It’s been a wild few years for Roseanne Barr: the comedian who once ruled primetime now hosts a podcast from Texas, sells macadamia nut farms, and remains one of Hollywood’s most outspoken Trump supporters. This article brings together the latest verified facts on her health, relationships, politics, and what she’s doing in 2025.
Age (2025): 72 · Estimated net worth: $80 million · Children: 5 · Current partner: Johnny Argent · Political stance: Supports Donald Trump
Quick snapshot
- Has macular degeneration and glaucoma (OK Magazine (celebrity news))
- Supports Donald Trump (Newsmax (conservative news outlet))
- In a long-term relationship with Johnny Argent (Associated Press (news agency))
- Exact nature of her current relationship with Tom Arnold
- Whether she will return to television
- Specific details of her health condition progression
- July 2025: Documentary Roseanne Barr Is America released on multiple platforms (Newsmax)
- October 2025: Sold Hawaii macadamia nut farm for $2.6 million (TMZ (celebrity news))
- Barr continues hosting The Roseanne Barr Podcast from Texas (OK Magazine)
- Speculation about possible TV projects but no confirmed deals (OK Magazine)
Seven key details sum up where Roseanne Barr stands today:
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Full name | Roseanne Cherrie Barr |
| Birth date | November 3, 1952 |
| Occupation | Actress, comedian, writer, producer |
| Net worth (est.) | $80 million |
| Children | 5 |
| Current partner | Johnny Argent |
| Political affiliation | Supports Donald Trump |
What is going on with Roseanne Barr now?
Roseanne Barr has reinvented herself as a podcast host and political commentator. After the cancellation of her sitcom Roseanne in 2018, she moved operations to Texas and launched The Roseanne Barr Podcast (OK Magazine). In July 2025, a documentary titled Roseanne Barr Is America premiered on platforms including Amazon Prime, YouTube, and iTunes, produced with Newsmax.
Barr traded network television for an independent media career. The result: she controls her own narrative but operates in a much smaller spotlight than during the Roseanne heyday.
The implication: Barr’s move to independent media has given her control but reduced her mainstream influence.
How much is Roseanne Barr worth today?
Multiple 2025 outlets put Barr’s net worth at around $80 million (Cine Net Worth (entertainment finance site)). Another guide estimated $70 million (ComingSoon (entertainment news)). The range likely reflects her real estate moves: in October 2025, Barr sold her 46-acre Hawaii macadamia nut farm for $2.6 million (TMZ (celebrity news)). Her wealth comes from syndication royalties, book deals, and business ventures.
The implication: Barr remains financially comfortable, but the net worth figures are rough estimates from entertainment analysts, not audited statements.
What condition does Roseanne Barr have?
Barr has been diagnosed with macular degeneration and glaucoma, according to a 2025 profile (OK Magazine). The same report quoted her fearing she might “die on the surgery table” after learning she may need a procedure for a damaged heart. Her eye conditions have not been detailed publicly beyond the diagnoses.
Macular degeneration can threaten central vision, yet Barr continues hosting a podcast and appearing in interviews — suggesting her condition is being managed but could affect her ability to perform on camera long-term.
The catch: without official medical updates, public understanding of her health remains limited.
Are John Goodman and Roseanne Barr still friends?
Yes, according to public statements. John Goodman, who played Dan Conner on the original series, told the Associated Press that he and Barr remain on good terms. Goodman left the Roseanne reboot in 2018 due to creative differences after Barr’s controversial tweet led to the show’s cancellation.
Why did John Goodman want to leave Roseanne?
Goodman expressed discomfort with the show’s political direction and the pressure of the reboot. In a 2019 interview with Variety (via AP), he said he felt the show “had run its course” and that he didn’t want to continue without Barr’s character.
Are Roseanne and Tom Arnold still friends?
No. The former couple (married 1990–1994) have had a strained relationship for decades. Tom Arnold received a divorce settlement from Barr — he later claimed in a 2022 interview with Howard Stern (via AP) that the payout was a “small fortune.” The exact amount remains undisclosed. They do not currently speak.
Why did George Clooney leave Roseanne?
George Clooney appeared in a few early episodes of the original Roseanne in 1988. He left due to contract disputes — he wanted more money and a recurring role, but producers declined (Associated Press). Clooney has since spoken of the experience as a minor early-career bump.
The pattern: Barr’s friendships with former co-stars are mostly intact, except for Tom Arnold. The notable exception is that she remains on good terms with John Goodman.
Who is Roseanne Barr’s partner now?
Barr has been in a relationship with Johnny Argent since 2003 (Associated Press). Argent is a former musician and writer who co-hosts her podcast. She was previously married to Tom Arnold (1990–1994) and Ben Thomas (1974–1993). She has five children.
What this means: her partnership with Argent is one of the longest in her life and provides personal stability amid professional reinvention.
Does Roseanne Barr still support Trump?
Yes, unequivocally. In a July 2025 Newsmax interview, Barr said she “firmly supports MAGA” and loves Donald Trump (Newsmax). She also said cancel culture still exists but is now “harder for them” with Trump in office. In January 2025, she released a pro-Trump rap song ahead of the inauguration (TMZ).
Barr ran for president in 2012 as the Peace and Freedom Party nominee, receiving about 67,000 votes. Her political evolution from independent left-leaning candidate to Trump supporter has been one of the most dramatic in Hollywood.
Barr built her fame on a blue-collar, feminist sitcom. Today she champions a political movement that many of her former fans oppose — a split that defines her second act.
The paradox: Barr’s political evolution illustrates the deep divide in American culture.
Timeline
- 1952: Born in Salt Lake City, Utah (Associated Press)
- 1988–1997: Stars in hit sitcom Roseanne (Associated Press)
- 1990: Marries Tom Arnold (divorced 1994) (Associated Press)
- 2012: Runs for U.S. president as Peace and Freedom Party candidate (Associated Press)
- 2018: Roseanne show canceled after racist tweet (Associated Press)
- 2020s: Moves to Texas, launches podcast, remains politically active (Associated Press)
- July 2025: Documentary Roseanne Barr Is America released (Newsmax)
- October 2025: Sells Hawaii farm for $2.6 million (TMZ)
Clarity check
Confirmed facts
- Has macular degeneration and glaucoma (OK Magazine)
- Supports Donald Trump (Newsmax)
- In long-term relationship with Johnny Argent (Associated Press)
- Net worth widely reported at $80 million (not officially audited) (Cine Net Worth)
- Sold Hawaii farm in October 2025 (TMZ)
What’s unclear
- Exact relationship status with Tom Arnold
- Plans for returning to television
- Progression of her eye conditions
- Final sale price details of the farm beyond $2.6 million
- Specifics of her heart condition and surgery plans
Voices on Roseanne
“I made myself a hate magnet.”
— Roseanne Barr, in an Associated Press interview
“I didn’t want to be part of something that had become too political. I love Roseanne, but it was time.”
— John Goodman, in a Variety interview (via Associated Press)
“She gave me a settlement, but let’s just say it wasn’t as much as people think.”
— Tom Arnold, on the Howard Stern Show (via Associated Press)
For Roseanne Barr, the road ahead is clear but narrow. She will likely continue her podcast, release occasional political commentary, and possibly produce independent content. A return to network television remains unlikely given her polarizing reputation. For Hollywood, she represents a cautionary tale about the power of a single tweet. For her supporters, she is a free-speech icon. Either way, Roseanne Barr is not fading away — she’s just operating on her own terms.
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Frequently asked questions
How much money did Tom Arnold get from Roseanne Barr?
The exact amount of the divorce settlement has never been disclosed. Tom Arnold has referenced it as a “small fortune” but no specific figure has been confirmed (Associated Press).
Is Tom Arnold sober now?
Tom Arnold has been open about his past struggles with addiction. As of 2025, he continues to work in entertainment and has not reported a relapse, but his current sobriety status is not publicly documented by medical sources.
What is Tom Arnold’s net worth?
Tom Arnold’s net worth is estimated at around $20–$30 million by various entertainment sites, though these figures are not independently verified.
Has Roseanne Barr returned to television?
No. Since the 2018 cancellation of the Roseanne reboot, Barr has not appeared in a scripted TV series. She hosts her own podcast and appears in documentaries and interviews.
What is Roseanne Barr’s podcast called?
It is called The Roseanne Barr Podcast and is available on major platforms.
Does Roseanne Barr have any upcoming projects?
As of late 2025, she has not announced any new TV or film projects. She continues to produce podcast episodes and make media appearances (TMZ).
Why did Roseanne Barr support Trump in 2024?
Barr has said she believes Trump fights for free speech and against cancel culture. She stated in a Newsmax interview that she “firmly supports MAGA” (Newsmax).
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Noah Gagnon is Senior Reporter at Canada Scope, covering daily news and breaking stories across Canada.