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Michael Fishman addresses absence from The Conners finale after fan questions

Michael Fishman shared a statement after being left out of The Conners finale, expressing gratitude and understanding.

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Original Roseanne star Michael Fishman has responded after fans noticed his absence from The Conners series finale.

Fishman, who portrayed D.J. Conner from childhood through the show’s spinoff, was neither seen nor mentioned in the final episode, which aired on ABC.

Following the broadcast, Fishman, 43, addressed the situation via an Instagram video, explaining that many fans had reached out for his reaction. “People seem to want there to be some kind of conflict or controversy,” Fishman said. “All I’ve ever had was empathy and understanding.” He emphasized his gratitude for the show’s legacy and its loyal audience.

Fishman credited Roseanne creator Roseanne Barr for the franchise’s success and said he was honored to have been part of it. He added, “I prefer to be a lighthouse in the dark,” expressing his wish to offer comfort rather than criticism.

Fishman first joined Roseanne at age six and remained a part of the franchise until his character was written off in Season 4 of The Conners, explained by D.J. joining his wife overseas. At the time, he issued a positive public statement, expressing love and appreciation for the opportunity.

According to showrunner Bruce Helford, the decision not to include D.J. in the finale was due to the shortened season and a focus on completing storylines for remaining characters, rather than bringing back characters without a significant narrative arc.