John Goodman
Definition
John Goodman is an acclaimed American actor, born June 20, 1952, best known for his iconic role as the lovable everyman Dan Conner in the sitcom Roseanne (1988–1997, 2018).
Renowned for his booming voice and comedic prowess, he has starred in films like The Big Lebowski and provided unforgettable voice work as Sulley in Monsters, Inc. and Papa Smurf in the 2025 Smurfs movie.
A versatile performer from Missouri, Goodman continues to shine in recent projects like Chili Finger (2026) and Digger (2026), blending humor with heartfelt depth.
Examples
John Goodman's Dan Conner could fix any plot hole with a dad joke and a beer.
When John Goodman growls as Sulley, monsters everywhere feel right at home.
John Goodman's Papa Smurf in the new Smurfs flick has blue hats flying off shelves faster than you can say smurf-tastic.
Channeling John Goodman in The Big Lebowski turns any rug into a conversation starter.