Chuck Lorre Reveals Roseanne Barr's Hostility Towards Writers

WHO:

NY Post - Chuck Lorre, Roseanne Barr

Variety - Chuck Lorre, Jesse Tyler Ferguson

WHAT:

NY Post - Chuck Lorre described his experience working with Roseanne Barr as "impossible" due to her hostility towards the writers.

Variety - Lorre characterized working on "Roseanne" as "malice" because Barr "fundamentally hated" the show’s writers.

WHERE:

Variety - The discussion took place on the "Dinner’s on Me" podcast.

HOW:

Variety - Lorre reflected on his difficult experience during a podcast interview.

(UPDATED October 7, 2026 14:04 UTC)

Chuck Lorre recently opened up about his challenging experience working with Roseanne Barr, describing it as "impossible" due to her hostility towards the writers. In a discussion on the "Dinner’s on Me" podcast, Lorre went further, stating that he felt Barr "fundamentally hated" the show's writers, characterizing the environment as one of "malice." This candid reflection highlights the tension that existed behind the scenes during the production of "Roseanne."