Back in the ’80s and ’90s, Roseanne and Dan Conner were one of the most beloved sitcom couples on TV, thanks to the hit show Roseanne. With the reboot of the series on ABC, fans are naturally curious about whether Roseanne Barr and John Goodman are as close off-screen as they appear on-screen. So, are they married in real life? Let’s dive in and find out.
John Goodman: A Happy, Long-Term Marriage
John Goodman has been happily married to his wife, Anna Beth Goodman, since 1989. They've shared an incredible journey together, raising a daughter, Molly Evangeline Goodman, who was born in August 1990 and is now 27 years old. Interestingly, when asked about the secret to his enduring marriage, John once told Elle magazine that it’s not romance but rather the fact that he spends a lot of time working away from home. Now, that’s honesty at its finest!
Roseanne Barr: A Journey Through Love
Unlike John, Roseanne Barr's love life has been a bit more complex. She’s been married three times. Her first marriage was to Bill Pentland, which lasted from 1974 to 1990. Together, they had three children: Jessica, Jennifer, and Jake. After her divorce from Bill, Roseanne married comedian Tom Arnold in 1990, but their marriage only lasted four years, ending in 1994. They didn’t have any children together. In 1995, Roseanne married Ben Thomas, and the couple had a son, Buck, before divorcing in 2002. Today, Roseanne is in a long-term relationship with her boyfriend, Johnny Argent, whom she’s been with since 2003. Despite their deep connection, the couple has chosen not to get married.
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A Secret Crush: Roseanne’s Admiration for John
Interestingly, Roseanne once revealed a personal detail in an article for New York Magazine—she had a secret crush on John during the first season of Roseanne. While venting about the show’s producer Matt Williams' script ideas, she casually mentioned her feelings for her co-star. She said, “The next battle came when Matt sent down a line for me that I found incredibly insulting—not just to myself but to John, who I was in love with, secretly.” When John was asked about this revelation, he admitted he was totally surprised. Can you blame him?
John and Roseanne on Roseanne.
A Friendship Like No Other
Despite not being romantically involved, John and Roseanne share a bond that goes beyond typical co-stars. John once described their long-standing relationship as being akin to a marriage. “We had our ups and downs. She was a pretty strong personality, and I’d hide—much like a modern marriage,” he joked. Roseanne, known for her strong vision of what she wanted for the show, often pushed boundaries. John added that if he had something to contribute, it would usually surface during rehearsals. When it came to learning from their disagreements, John confessed, “Not from her. Honestly, it’s best avoided.” Still, fans can’t help but wish they’d make the perfect real-life couple, and we’re all eagerly awaiting their on-screen chemistry in the revival.
