Roseanne Barr, 71, Poses with Daughter She Gave Up for Adoption — Fans React to Their Resemblance
Roseanne Barr recently shared a heartwarming picture with her daughter, Brandi Brown, on Instagram, where they wore matching clothing. Fans were amazed by the strong resemblance between the television star and the daughter she reunited with at 17.
Roseanne Barr and Brandi Brown attend the 2018 Disney, ABC, Freeform Upfront on May 15, 2018 in New York City | Source: Getty Images
Roseanne Barr's post showcased the duo in a cute coordinated outfit: Barr, cozy in a beige beanie, and her daughter, Brandi Brown, sporting a similar gray beanie. Both mother and daughter also wore statement shirts. Standing side-by-side in what seemed to be a kitchen, the two stood smiling.
The post quickly became a focal point for fans and followers, many of whom couldn't help but comment on the striking resemblance between Barr and Brown.
Roseanne Barr visits FOX News Channel’s "Gutfeld!" on February 14, 2023, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
One fan shared, "She looks just like you. I was adopted b u t [sic] my bio mom was not interested in a reunion. Happy for you two."
Roseanne Barr in "Is America a Forgiving Nation?" at Saban Theatre on September 17, 2018, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images
Echoing this sentiment, another remarked, "I can see the resemblance." The stream of comments continued with expressions of awe and happiness for the mother-daughter pair. "Wow, there is a huge resemblance. Love this for both of you," one wrote, while another added, "She looks just like you."
Roseanne Barr visits FOX News Channel’s "Gutfeld!" on February 14, 2023, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
Barr captioned the post, "Oldest bb 52 yrs old reunited @ aged 17! GD is good." emphasizing her profound happiness in being with her daughter.
Roseanne Barr and Brandi Brown attend the 2018 Disney, ABC, Freeform Upfront on May 15, 2018 in New York City | Source: Getty Images
While Barr's post may seem like the ordinary mother and daughter picture, it holds more significance to the two given their broken past. Brown is the television personality's daughter, whom she had given up for adoption decades ago.
Vanessa Arnold, Jake Arnold, children, Roseanne Barr and Ben Thomas at the MTV Video Music Awards on September 8, 1994 | Source: Getty Images
Years back, at the tender age of 18, Barr faced the unimaginable decision of giving up her baby girl for adoption. She was 17 when she got pregnant out of wedlock, and although she wanted to keep the baby, she could not afford to do so.
A studio portrait of Roseanne Barr. | Source: Getty Images
"I got on welfare and rented a room for 50 bucks a month. I turned on the water, and cockroaches came out of the spigot. Outside, there were drunks. I just couldn’t go on there, so I went away to Denver and moved into a Salvation Army home for unwed mothers," she revealed.
Roseanne Barr, Brandi Ann Brown, Jake Pentland, Jennifer Pentland, Jessica Pentland, and Ben Thomas at the MTV Video Music Awards, in New York City on September, 8 1994. | Source: Getty Images
Despite the heartache, she decided with her daughter's future in mind, to entrust her to the Jewish Family & Children’s Service in Denver. Yet, even in that moment of separation, Barr whispered a promise of reunion to her newborn daughter, that they would be reunited when she turned 18.
Roseanne Barr, Jake Pentland, and Brandi Brown attend the World Premiere Documentary: "Roseanne For President!" during the 2015 Tribeca Film Festival at SVA Theatre 1 on April 18, 2015, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
Years passed, and in a twist that seems almost fated, Barr's prediction came true under the most unlikely circumstances. A tabloid's invasive search led to the revelation of Brown's identity and her connection to Barr.
Roseanne Barr visits FOX News Channel’s "Gutfeld!" on February 14, 2023, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
When the tabloid called her, Barr was initially upset. She had left enough information for Brown to find her at age 21 and even told her succeeding children about the adoption. With the tabloid's interference, Brown's address, school, and adoptive parents became known. Meanwhile, she did not know her mother's name.
Roseanne Barr and Brandi Brown attend the 2018 Disney, ABC, Freeform Upfront on May 15, 2018 in New York City | Source: Getty Images
In a moment of panic, Barr hired a private detective to reconnect with Brown before the media could exploit their story. The reunion between Barr and her daughter, born on May 16, 1971, came two days later, but only through a phone call.
Roseanne Barr during the ABC Television/Disney portion of the 2018 Winter Television Critics Association Press Tour at The Langham Huntington, Pasadena on January 8, 2018, in Pasadena, California. | Source: Getty Images
Brown learned that her daughter was raised by Stanley and Gail Brown in Denver. The circumstances surrounding Brown's adoption and the eventual reunion with Barr read like a script from a movie.
Roseanne Barr, Jake Pentland, and Brandi Brown attend the World Premiere Documentary: "Roseanne For President!" during the 2015 Tribeca Film Festival at SVA Theatre 1 on April 18, 2015, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
"What was really weird was that Gail Brown’s mother’s best friend is my mother’s best friend," Barr revealed. Remarkably, connections existed between the Browns and Barr's family, yet no one ever made the link until Barr herself pieced it together.
The physical reunion between Barr and her daughter became a moment steeped in raw emotion and the culmination of years of separation and longing. This poignant event happened at the Westwood Marquis Hotel, while Barr, took a break from her work on "She Devil."
Roseanne Barr and Brandi Brown at her side at Tavern on the Green. | Source: Getty Images
She and her sister, Geraldine, arrived at the hotel, only to find that Gail and Brandi were not yet back. The decision to wait over a cup of coffee would serendipitously lead them to the moment they had been awaiting.
Roseanne Barr during the premiere of ABC's "Roseanne" at Walt Disney Studio Lot on March 23, 2018, in Burbank, California. | Source: Getty Images
The encounter that followed was nothing short of cinematic, with Barr and Brown instinctively running towards each other, their embrace a testament to the enduring bond that had survived the years of separation. "We embraced and wouldn’t let go of each other, hugging and crying," Barr recalled.
In 2006, Barr admitted that she had made several mistakes as a mother but spent the past years trying to make up for them. Now much older, Brown has followed in her mother's footsteps and ventured into the entertainment industry, carving out her own niche as both a production crew member and actress.
Roseanne Barr as seen in an Instagram post dated May 8, 2023 | Source: Instagram.com/officialroseannebarr/
She is best recognized for her contributions to notable projects, including "Roseanne" from 1994 to 1995, "The Jackie Thomas Show" between 1992 and 1993, "The Dr. Oz Show," and "Dark Faith."
Roseanne Barr at FOX News Channel’s "Gutfeld!" on February 14, 2023 in New York City | Source: Getty Images
Brown's involvement in these productions showcases her diverse talents and her successful entry into the world of entertainment, much like her mom. On the other hand, Roseanne Barr has been less active on television. Still, she remains very active on Instagram in her 70s.
She previously surprised fans and the general public with a daring new style. The beloved actress and comedian revealed her latest hair transformation: a textured pixie cut, a significant departure from her previously long, gray strands.
Roseanne Barr as seen in an Instagram post dated September 30, 2023 | Source: Instagram.com/officialroseannebarr/
With a simple yet compelling selfie captioned "Cut," Barr unveiled her new look from what seems to be her bedroom. The post quickly gained traction, drawing in a plethora of responses and praises in the comments section.
The shift to a shorter hairstyle has sparked a wave of positive feedback. Fans didn't hold back their enthusiasm, showering Barr with compliments and noting how the fresh cut appears to have given her a more youthful and vibrant look.