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Roseanne Had Some Words For Her 9-Year-Old Co-Star

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Roseanne Barr has something to say about her young black co-star, 9-year-old Jayden Rey.

On Thursday, May 31st, the controversial comedian took to Twitter to share her thoughts following the cancellation of her ABC sitcom Roseanne due to her recent racist tweets. In a tweet that’s since been deleted, Barr addressed Rey, who played her granddaughter Mary Conner on the reboot, and revealed that she’s “ashamed” of herself for saying something that could’ve hurt the child…

How do Barr’s comments about Rey’s performance raise questions about the treatment of child actors in the entertainment industry?

Roseanne Barr, best known for her eponymous sitcom “Roseanne,” has made headlines once again for her recent interaction with her 9-year-old co-star, Jayden Rey.

During a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, Barr expressed her admiration for Rey’s acting abilities, describing her as a “genius,” and admitting that she often feels intimidated by her young co-star’s talent. However, Barr also revealed that she had some choice words for Rey when she believed the young actress was not putting forth her best effort on set.

“There was one time where Jayden was just phoning it in, and I said, ‘Jayden, come on, the audience deserves better than that. You’re better than that,'” Barr recounted. “And she went, ‘Oh yeah!’ And she took off, and she was brilliant.”

While some may view Barr’s comment as tough love, others may see it as an example of the pressures young actors face in the entertainment industry. Rey, who plays Mary Conner on the “Roseanne” revival, is only 9 years old and may not yet understand the expectations that come with working on a popular TV show.

It remains to be seen how Rey and the other child actors on “Roseanne” will react to Barr’s criticism, but it is clear that the veteran actress expects nothing but the best from her young co-stars.

Furthermore, Barr’s comments raise questions about the ethics of working with child actors. While many child stars have gone on to successful careers in the entertainment industry, there are also numerous horror stories of child actors being exploited, mistreated, and burned out before they even reach adulthood.

As the entertainment industry continues to evolve, it is vital that we take a closer look at how we treat young performers and work to ensure that they are protected from the negative consequences of fame and success.

In the meantime, we can only hope that Barr and the other adults on the “Roseanne” set will continue to provide a safe and supportive environment for their young co-stars, while also holding them to the highest standards of professionalism and excellence.