Roseanne Barr Rejects ABC Cameo, Defends 2018 Tweet

Roseanne Barr remains unapologetic about her 2018 tweet comparing Valerie Jarrett to a 'Planet of the Apes' character, now saying she regrets apologizing and claims the backlash was politically motivated. She continues to assert that she was inspired by God and denies any racist intent, maintaining the tweet was misinterpreted. After ABC canceled her show's reboot and fired her, Barr's character was killed off on 'The Conners' via an opioid overdose. Barr revealed ABC later asked her to return as a 'ghost' guest star, which she found insulting and refused, alleging it was due to declining ratings. She also draws parallels between her character's on-screen death and a former cast member's real-life overdose. Despite the ongoing controversy, Barr is developing new comedy projects and remains defiant about her actions.