The Conners carries on the plot of the iconic Roseanne television series and it majorly centers on a working-class family in Lanford, Illinois, and this happens mainly as they deal with all the exhaustive day-to-day difficulties following the death of their matriarch, Roseanne.
Among the cast members of the show are Sara Gilbert, Laurie Metcalf, and John Goodman, and the show began airing on ABC on October 16, 2018, and continued for seven seasons until April 2025.
John Goodman is well known for his role as Dan Conner on The Conners, and reflecting on his adventure, he confessed it was difficult to say goodbye and this was especially after so many years. In a recent interview, he said,
“It was so exciting when we got this together and it seems like it was two weeks ago.”
More about John Goodman’s role in The Conners
John Goodman is best known for his role as Dan Conner in The Conners - it is a unique role that he has played for decades, and as per the show's unique storyline, Roseanne’s character is suddenly passed, so with this, Dan’s storyline became even more central. The episodes showed his emotional depth as he faced life’s challenges while raising his children.
Goodman’s portrayal of Dan resonates with many viewers, and this is mainly because of its mix of humor, warmth, and authenticity. His unique and one of the most common abilities is how he can bring the heart to his character. This is done alongside navigating the ups and downs of family life, and this makes him a beloved figure in TV history.
In a heartfelt interview with PEOPLE, the famous actor shared some insights on leaving The Conners. He said,
"It's something I'm going to miss for a while. I'm old and resistant to change."
The Conners is just one aspect of Goodman's extensive career, and he originally became well-known in the 1980s because of movies like Raising Arizona, and in 1998, The Big Lebowski cemented his place as a Hollywood favorite.
Throughout this long and famous career, Goodman has received several honors during his career and the most famous ones include Emmy and Golden Globe nominations.