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entertainment6 months ago

John Goodman’s SNL Audition Fail Despite Confidence

John Goodman auditioned for Saturday Night Live during the 1980-1981 season but was rejected due to a poor audition, despite believing he would be cast. His long comedy career includes hosting SNL 13 times and appearing in various roles, but he narrowly missed joining the original cast during a tumultuous period. Goodman reflects on his career, his approach to awards, and his comfort level with certain scenes in his recent projects.

entertainment1 year ago

"John Goodman Reveals Slimmed-Down Physique in NYC After 200-Pound Weight Loss"

"Roseanne" star John Goodman was spotted at JFK Airport in NYC showing off his fit physique after a 200-pound weight loss, which he embarked on in 2007. The 71-year-old actor, known for his role in "The Conners," revealed that he's been maintaining his weight loss through walking and plans to start a new exercise routine. Goodman, who once weighed almost 400 pounds, attributed his weight loss to cutting sugar from his diet and adding six workouts a week with the help of a health coach. He also discussed his struggle with alcoholism and the importance of finding spirituality and purpose.

entertainment2 years ago

John Goodman Hints at Possible End of "The Conners" Comedy Series.

John Goodman, who plays Dan Conner in The Conners, suggests that the Roseanne spinoff may end after its sixth season. However, ABC has not confirmed this. The show has been successful, ranking number one in total audience among ABC's sitcoms this season. Executive producer Bruce Helford has previously stated that the show may end after season six, but it is not definitive. The Conners follows the daily lives of the working-class Conner family, including Dan, Jackie, Darlene, Becky, Harris, Mark, and Mary.

entertainment2 years ago

John Goodman's empathy for Roseanne Barr during Twitter scandal

John Goodman, co-star of the cancelled "Roseanne" show, says he has "no" regrets about defending Roseanne Barr after she made racist comments on Twitter about Valerie Jarrett. Goodman said he felt bad for Barr after the backlash and that he misses her. He also said he doesn't know if he would act with her again. Barr made several apologies on social media and took a break from it to avoid hurting the show's return to television. "Roseanne" returned to ABC in March 2018, but the spinoff "The Conners" aired later that year without Barr's character.

entertainment2 years ago

John Goodman's Reflections on Roseanne Barr Controversy

John Goodman said he "felt bad" for his former "Roseanne" co-star Roseanne Barr after she faced backlash over a racist tweet in 2018. He had no regrets about defending her and said he was "surprised at the response" to the incident. Goodman was unsure if he would work with Barr again but said he missed her and wished her well. Barr apologized and offered several different explanations for the tweet, which compared former Obama adviser Valerie Jarrett to the Muslim Brotherhood and "Planet of the Apes."

entertainment2 years ago

John Goodman's Mixed Feelings on Roseanne Barr and TV Industry

John Goodman stands by his decision to defend Roseanne Barr after her racist tweet led to the cancellation of their sitcom, but he's unsure if he would work with her again. He reflects on the success of the blue-collar comedies Roseanne and The Conners, noting that they offered a part of American life that is seldom depicted on TV. The Conners was renewed for a sixth season last month despite Barr's dismissal from the series.