Young Sheldon Star Iain Armitage Shares Reaction To Having Jim Parsons & Mayim Bialik On Set
Young Sheldon star Iain Armitage shares his reaction to having Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik on set, reprising their roles from The Big Bang Theory.
Young Sheldon star Iain Armitage has opened up about what it was like to have Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik on the set of the prequel series, reprising their roles from The Big Bang Theory. Parsons portrayed an older version of Sheldon in the original sitcom, which later inspired the spinoff where Armitage brought the character’s younger years to life. Both Parsons and Bialik – who plays Amy – have been confirmed to return in the series finale of the current show in the franchise.
Speaking with Variety, Armitage spoke about what it was like to have Parsons and Bialik on set for the end of Young Sheldon season 7. The actor explained what it was like watching Parsons in particular portray Sheldon after so many years, while also teasing how well-acted their scenes are going to be. Check out what Armitage had to say below:
It was incredible. It felt like a reunion, getting to see them back together. They know each other so well and act so well together. They knew each other’s cues, which was wonderful to see. I think Mister Jim and Miss Mayim both quite enjoyed it, so that’s nice.
It was definitely surreal [watching Parsons play Sheldon]. I think it was weird and cool and interesting. He said that in a good way, he felt like a guest on our set. I was happy that it didn’t feel too weird or out of the ordinary for him. That’s all I can ask for.
How Parsons & Bialik’s Return Can Give Young Sheldon A Fitting End
With Parsons and Bialik joining the cast of Young Sheldon for the show’s final episode, it’s clear the spinoff’s ending is going to heavily tie into The Big Bang Theory. This implies the older version of the franchise’s main character will be shown reminiscing on his past, possibly alongside Amy, explaining his voiceover throughout the show. No matter how his return plays out, though, it’s clear the major purpose of it will be to tie both shows together while offering the prequel a proper series finale, giving the younger Sheldon the sendoff he deserves.
It has already been confirmed the final season will feature important elements of the core character’s younger years, such as George Sr’s impending death. A moment like this could warrant a physical appearance by Parsons, especially given how important this part of the show is going to be. Although that would mean saving his father’s death until the very last episode, it would still make for a fitting point in the show where the older version of Sheldon finally appears in the flesh.
By having Parsons and Bialik show up during the final episode, Young Sheldon season 7 promises fitting closure to its main character’s story, closing this chapter in the franchise in a meaningful way. However, it won’t mark the end of The Big Bang Theory universe, as a Georgie and Mandy spinoff has been confirmed to air once the current comedy is complete. Even so, this could be the last of Sheldon’s central role in the universe, making it important for Parsons and Bialik to be there for the prequel’s finale.
