After a 20 year layoff, season 10 of ROSEANNE is here! Noticeable differences scattered among memorable similarities in a show that is thus far a fun mixture of hilarious jokes and one liners mixed with relatable drama. In many ways ROSEANNE season 10 picked exactly where ROSEANNE season 9 left off. Or better put, where ROSEANNE season 7 left off, as the new ROSEANNE seems to omit all of the nonsense that was seasons 8 and 9.
With as much that has been included thus far in only two episodes, it begs the question as to who else will make a return to the show? There are some questions that obviously answer themselves. We already know we won't be seeing Nana, as the late Shelly Winters sadly left us in 2006. It's almost certain that Grandpa Conner won't be on the show as well. Even though Ned Beatty is still alive, the character died of a heart attack in season 6. The only reason to tease the possibility of a small cameo of Grandpa Conner is that weirder things have happened on ROSEANNE. If a short subtle scene in the garage can quickly dismiss Dan's death from 20 years prior, I'm sure writer's could somehow bring Grandpa Conner back to life if the wanted. Sadly enough, another character we know we won't be seeing is Prince Carlos. For two reasons. A - we lost the bundle of talent 18 years ago to lung cancer and B - it's not even certain if he were a real person to begin with.
Now onto the characters that have at least some possibility of returning to the show.....
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David
(Johnny Galecki)
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It's 100% certain that we will see David on the new ROSEANNE. It's already been confirmed and other fans of the show have indicated that they've already seen stills with him in it. As he's divorced from Darlene and the father of her two children it'll be interesting to see what they do with his character. If maybe he'll play a role similar to the character of Fred from the original series or if their will be a reconciliation between him and Darlene. In reality scheduling conflicts with THE BIG BANG THEORY have the most effect on his whether his role will be pivotal or not.
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At first glance it would appear that the character of Andy (Jackie's son) has received the Chuck from HAPPY DAYS or Judy from FAMILY MATTERS treatment. He was not mentioned or even casually referenced in episode one or two of season 10. It could be a case of feeling that his presence is unnecessary and simply acting as if he never existed. Yet, I have a feeling that he'll make a return and I'll tell you why.
Roseanne as in the real life Roseanne Barr and as in the character Roseanne Conner, is a bullheaded, stubborn individual who likes to make herself heard. Opinionated, her points will be made. A believer that conservatives are hard working individuals in comparison to lazy liberals, I can see Roseanne using this opportunity to make a political statement. I can see it to where Jackie's choices in life lead her to being unable to support Andy on her own and thus Andy's father, Fred getting sole custody of him as a result. Which leads me to our next character.
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Fred
(Michael O'Keefe) |
I think the chances of actually seeing Michael O'Keefe as Fred on the new ROSEANNE are slim to none, although I do think the character will be mentioned. Actually seeing him in the flesh is highly unlikely but Jackie mentioning that she dropped Andy off at Fred's or getting off the phone with Fred in the kitchen are both possibilities I see in the future.
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Scott and Leon
(Fred Willard and Martin Mull) |
I really hope to see at least an appearance or two out of Scott and Leon on the new ROSEANNE. Martin Mull and Roseanne had such good chemistry. Their scenes were always entertaining and hilarious. As Roseanne makes it a point to prove that she is a modern day conservative, one with an open mind, I feel very confident that both Leon and Scott will make their way onto the show. If for nothing more than to show the Trump supporting Roseanne Conner's acceptance, love and support of her homosexual friends.
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Nancy
(Sandra Bernhard)
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It's difficult to say whether Nancy will make an appearance on the new ROSEANNE or not. There doesn't seem to be much of a demand for her from the fanbase and storyline wise she doesn't deem necessary. If anything she'd be exactly as she was 20 years ago, just sorta there. It also seems unlikely that Nancy would show up on the show, considering that Sandra made some unfavorable remarks about Roseanne's support for Trump. Saying that any woman who would vote for Trump couldn't think for herself. She was also a Hillary Clinton supporter who Roseanne can't stand.
Ironically enough, this could as easily be the reason why Nancy does make a return to the show as much as it could be why we'll never see her again. It's as feasible that Nancy comes onto the show to be seen as an extremist on the left as it that she doesn't.
It seems that one of the shows messages is the importance of communicating and co-existing with those whom you may disagree with politically. I can think of little that would illustrate that point better than to have Nancy back on the show.
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Crystal
(Natalie West) |
The character of Crystal was originally phased out of the series as writers and producers discovered that there really wasn't a need for Roseanne to have a best friend, considering that Jackie filled the role. There's little reason to think the Crystal would have a reoccurring role on the new ROSEANNE but it is fun to think that she and her two kids might stop by for a visit.
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Grandma
(Estelle Parsons) |
It's already been confirmed that Estelle Parsons will be making a return to ROSEANNE. I personally find this a pleasant surprise. I thought that maybe she wouldn't considering that she is 90 years old. I'm very anxious to see what her role is like and how she plays it. If Beatty White can do it, so can Estelle!
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Arnie Thomas
(Tom Arnold) |
There are a million different reasons as to why we'll never see Tom Arnold on an episode of the new ROSEANNE, which is exactly why I think we will see him make at least one appearance before it is all said and done. ROSEANNE is all about shock value, she always has been. With her it is expect the unexpected and what would be more unexpected than to see Tom Arnold show up on an episode of ROSEANNE? Remember that he was asked, upon Roseanne's request to show up at her roast and that could be a subtle hint of things to come.
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Molly
(Danielle Harris) |
On paper it would seem that there is little to no need for a return of the character Molly. She served her purpose on the original series and that's that. However, at one time Harris and Roseanne were very close and to this day Harris is extraordinarily complimentary and thankful to Roseanne for everything that she did for her career. While the character of Molly may be long forgotten, seeing Harris return to the show in a different role does seem very plausible.
How about other characters? There were an assortment of them. George Clooney? Who knows? Anxious to find out.
