“To expect life to treat you good is foolish as hoping a bull won't hit you because you are a vegetarian.”

American actress, comedian, writer, and producer

Roseanne Cherrie Barr, known professionally as Roseanne, is an American actress, comedian, writer, and producer. She built her career in stand-up comedy and later became widely known for playing the title role in the ABC sitcom Roseanne. Her work on the series brought her an Emmy and a Golden Globe. She is associated with comedy, television, and writing, and her public voice is often linked to the stand-up tradition that launched her career.