After seven seasons of heartwarming humor and clever storytelling, the beloved journey of Young Sheldon has reached its end. As the cameras officially stopped rolling on the series finale this week, a palpable wave of nostalgia and emotion has washed over its dedicated cast. At PaleyFest 2024 on April 14, the familiar faces from the hit CBS comedy offered exclusive insights to PEOPLE, sharing their most genuine thoughts and feelings about the cherished years spent bringing the Cooper family to life.
Zoe Perry, who masterfully portrayed the witty and loving Mary Cooper, openly articulated the complex emotions swirling amongst the cast. “It’s been very bittersweet,” she admitted, a sentiment likely echoed by fans worldwide. “It’s not easy to realize that something so truly wonderful for us is coming to an end.” Yet, amidst the sadness, a profound sense of gratitude prevailed. “I think I can speak for everyone when I say we’re just incredibly grateful to have told this story, to have told it for as long as we did, and to have experienced the wonderful audience reactions,” Perry expressed. “We are truly so appreciative.”
Montana Jordan, known for his endearing portrayal of Georgie Cooper, emphasized that the cast forged a bond far stronger than mere colleagues. “We’ve been a family since the day we met—and we’re still a family,” he asserted. Their connection extended beyond the soundstage, with the cast often spending time together off-set. Jordan, 21, playfully revealed that Raegan Revord (Missy Cooper) was particularly persistent, “bugging him all the time” via text “to do stuff.” Laughing, Jordan added, “But no, I enjoy it, man. I really do. I have two older sisters in real life, and on the show, I’ve got a little brother and a little sister, so I get the best of both worlds. Just because the show’s ending doesn’t mean we won’t continue to be a family. That’s the kind of bond we have.”
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A “Full-Circle” Finale Promises Heart and Humor
While the cast understandably remained tight-lipped about the exact plot points of the Young Sheldon series finale, set to air on May 16, Iain Armitage (Sheldon Cooper), the show’s titular star at just 15 years old, offered a tantalizing tease. He assured fans of both Young Sheldon and its predecessor, The Big Bang Theory, that they would be satisfied with how the narrative beautifully ties everything together. “It very much comes full circle,” Armitage affirmed, “and I think we’re trying our best to satisfy both fans of our show and Big Bang, and it’s been so much fun to film.”
Perry, 40, further hinted at delightful surprises for long-time viewers. She subtly suggested there would be “fun little” nods to previous episodes or clever “Easter eggs” embedded throughout the final installment, rewarding loyal audiences. Her overarching message about the finale resonated deeply: “I think what you can always expect from the show is, obviously, the levity, the humor, but also a lot of heart. So I think people will be really moved by the ending of this. It’s a big chapter closed.”
Cherished Mementos and Lasting Legacy
As the production wraps, the Young Sheldon cast and crew were poised to celebrate their remarkable journey with a well-deserved wrap party, as confirmed by Emily Osment. Many actors also expressed intentions to take home small, meaningful mementos from the set, preserving tangible memories of their time on the show.
Revord, 16, for instance, has her eye on the tapestry that hung behind her character Missy Cooper’s bed. She also nurses a fondness for miniature spoons, hoping to acquire a few from the set. “We went to London, and I found one at a flea market, and I was like, ‘The obsession has started,’ and Zoe [Perry]… has a holder of miniature spoons,” she recounted playfully. “That’s also mine. I’m running with it. I love them.”
The conclusion of a show that has become a cherished part of millions of viewers’ lives always evokes a spectrum of emotions. What aspect of the Young Sheldon finale are you most looking forward to, or what do you hope it delivers for its dedicated fanbase?
