By detailing the family life of the Coopers, Young Sheldon Guaranteed a focus on the family patriarch George, who was ill treated in the parent series The Big Bang Theory But often shine brightly Young Sheldon. Sheldon’s peculiarities have already been a source of problems or misunderstandings in The Big Bang TheoryHowever Young Sheldon Showing a young version of the socially awkward genius ensured it would be easier for viewers and characters alike to empathize with Sheldon’s struggles. Indeed, despite Sheldon’s openness, all those close to him showed kindness, trying to help him navigate high school, with George often offering support.
Sheldon and Mary spare no kindness to George Sr. when they talk about him in The Big Bang TheoryWith the two, they either described him as good-for-good or attributed to many of the most insulting remarks. George’s picture in Young Sheldon is completely contradicts the character description Mary and Sheldon given in Big Bang Theory And His integrity filtered through George’s every interaction in Young SheldonWith his good intentions highlighted even when his delivery is wrong. Whether with family friends or parents of his and Mary’s children, some of ​​George’s best moments in Young Sheldon Let all shine through his good character.
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George stands up for Sheldon with Dr. Hodges
Season 1, Episode 6, “A Patch, a Modem and a Zantac”
George’s inability to connect with Sheldon is a major theme in Young Sheldon Season 1, because of their different interests and divergent approach to exploring them. While Young Sheldon Season 1 includes various moments of connection between the young genius and the copper patriarch, The first time George can be seen standing up for Sheldon is against NASA engineer Dr. Hodges in Young Sheldon Season 1, Episode 6. Dr. Hodges rejects Sheldon’s idea to let rockets land instead of crashing them, greatly affecting Sheldon, pushing him to prove Hodges wrong, but also giving him an ulcer in the process.
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Bringing the whole family over to Houston so that Sheldon’s thoughts can be heard proves George’s belief in Sheldon and willingness to do what his son needs Even if he didn’t understand why, it shows that George listened to Sheldon’s wishes when it would have been easier to refuse them. The sweet moment in “A Patch, a Modem and a Zantac” lets George’s best intentions shine through when Sheldon’s parents shine through, proving that he’s capable of supporting Sheldon even when he can’t understand Sheldon and why he’s the way he is. Consumed by his interaction with Hodges.
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The Coopers’ boys trip to Cape Canaveral
Season 1, Episode 8, “Cape Canaveral, Schrödinger’s Cat and Cyndi Lauper’s Hair”
Sheldon and Mary are harsh TBBT Jokes about George also contrast with another moment in Young Sheldon Season 1 that Mary could have prompted but was handled the best way because of George’s insight into Sheldon. Young Sheldon Season 1, Episode 8, “Cape Canaveral, Schrödinger’s Cat, and Cyndi Lauper’s Hair” sees George take Georgie and Sheldon away for a boys’ weekend unlike any before, as Sheldon’s idea is chosen for once so that George and Sheldon can bond over the latter’s interests. Always wanting to see a rocket launch in real life, Sheldon is super excited by the weekend.
One of the sweetest things George can do for Sheldon is put him at ease and make him happy because of how much he knows him.
George never let Sheldon lose hope in Young Sheldon Season 1, Episode 8, Despite the Pouring Rain. When it became clear that the storm would impede the rocket launch that day, George teases Sheldon by asking him about thunder and lightning, because Sheldon likes to talk about science.. George’s knowledge of his son refocuses Sheldon’s attention away from what upsets him, even leading older Sheldon to consider it as the best trip he ever had, proving one of the sweetest things George could do for Sheldon, putting him at ease and making He was happy thanks to how much he knew him.
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George & Missy’s Lobster Dinner
Season 1, Episode 21, “Summer Sausage, a Pocket Poncho and Tony Danza”
While George’s best moments often included his relationship with Sheldon because connecting with him was more difficult for the copper patriarch, his relationship with his other children also brought out the best in him. One memorable moment that turned over Young SheldonA cornerstone of George Sr. And Missy’s relationship, is their dinner at Red Lobster of himself. Prompted by Sheldon’s inability to see George Sr. as a role model, Mary suggests George ask what Missy wants to do and follow through.
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Missy wishes to have dinner at the “Fanciest restaurant in Texas“Being allowed not only makes you feel heard by George but also makes possible one of the sweetest moments between them in Young Sheldon. Bonding over their love for lobsters makes Missy feel appreciated and closer to George, as she wants him to sit with her.But it also shows George that he can find things in common with Missy. George will continue to do this over Young SheldonStudy and found her more respectful than Georgie and Sheldon ever were.
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George’s pep talk to Sheldon before his campaign speech
Season 2, Episode 19, “A Political Campaign and a Candy Land Cheater”
George and Sheldon’s interests could not be more different, but Sheldon can find comfort in his father’s words in Young Sheldon Season 2, Episode 19, “A Political Campaign and a Candy Land Cheater.” George and Sheldon’s differences make it more difficult for the two to find common ground, but Sheldon’s nomination in the upcoming class president election makes it possible again for George to be helpful to Sheldon.
Public speaking scare Sheldon prompts George’s pep talk about Sheldon’s bravery in attending high school already and not overestimating his audience of teenagers, which eventually convinces Sheldon he can give a speech. By inviting Sheldon to consider another perspective, George convinces him of how strong Sheldon already is.Boost his confidence and make it possible for him to be elected, because Sheldon’s speech was necessary to turn the student body against Nell Kavanaugh.
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Missy & George bond over baseball & George helps her through heartbreak
Season 3, Episode 4, “The Hobbit, Physics, and a Ball with a Sieve”
Her maturity and empathy often confirmed Missy as the best Young Sheldon Sibling, but her being there for others often meant that few were able to be there for her when she had problems. George Sr. proves to be one of the few who can Young Sheldon Season 3, Episode 4, as he helps Missy bond with her crush over baseballThe basics of what George teaches you.
Although their bonding over baseball already shows how useful George Sr.’s children can be, it is his behavior when Missy cries because the boy she has a crush on likes someone else who is rewarded. Indeed, George listens to Missy’s problems, he acknowledges her heartbreak, and he manages to take her mind off it because of her continuing interest in baseball.. That it eventually turns into a sport Missy enjoys only adds to George’s ability, as by teaching her the basics, George Sr. leaves Missy something she will always remember him by.
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George realizes his mistake and invites Dr. Sturgis over
Season 3, Episode 9, “A Party Invitation, Football Grapes and a Ground Chicken”
After John Sturgis and Connie’s breakup, John longs for male friendship, even more so as he is unsure about the choice he made to break up with her, wanting to spare her his crises. Although it is initially Mary who suggests George should bring John to the bar So that he would not talk to the children about his breakup with their grandmother, The friendship of John and George eventually evolvesHow John doesn’t want to be alone after the breakup.
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John’s repeated requests to see George were met with refusals Young Sheldon Season 3, Episode 9, leading him to think the Copper Patriarch wants nothing to do with him. Although George denies this, seeing Mary doing everything in her power to socialize Sheldon with his peers Shows George that her worries about Sheldon leaving as an adult are not so different from John Sturgis and his existing loneliness. This prompts George to right the wrong and invite John to watch a football match with him, showing his kindness even to characters who could not be more different from him.
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Sheldon and George visit Pasadena together
Season 3, Episode 16, “Pasadena”
Young Sheldon Season 3, episode 16 shows George and Sheldon on opposite sides over Sheldon’s wish to go to Caltech to see Stephen Hawking’s lecture there, but the episode eventually unites the two more than ever. Although also focusing on Mary and Georgie’s fight about Jana, “Pasadena” mostly puts a spotlight on Sheldon’s insistence on going to Caltech to see Hawking’s lecture. Once East Texas Tech offers to pay for Sheldon and George’s trip, George has no good reason to object, leading to their long-distance trip to Sheldon’s. TBBT University.
While Sheldon’s idea of ​​asking George first to go together speaks volumes about their closer bond, this is what happens between George and Sheldon on their flight to Pasadena in Young Sheldon Which can count among George’s best moments. Indeed, George manages to coax Sheldon back to his seat and even offers him support by acting as Captain Kirk and Mr. SpockEffectively calm him down and bring him to see the university that is Sheldon’s home The Big Bang Theory For the first time.
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George’s speech convincing Sheldon to face the federal auditor
Season 4, Episode 14, “Mitch’s Son and the Unconditional Approval of a Government Agency”
Sheldon and George even fight in Young Sheldon Season 4, episode 14 When Sheldon sees the request from the IRS to send four dollars and fight their assessment, because he did not make a mistake. Sheldon eventually goes against George’s request, writing to the IRS and getting an audit, That backfires as the agent eventually asks them for much more than what they originally wanted.
George’s pep talk proves successful, not only getting Sheldon back to the meeting, but inspiring him to be confident enough to beat the agent.
Despite the very real possibility of Sheldon’s decision costing them much more money, George ends up supporting Sheldon as he runs away from the meeting.Understandably how stupid of him it was not to admit a mistake when challenging the IRS got them there. George’s pep talk proves successful, not only getting Sheldon back to the meeting, but inspiring him to be confident enough to beat the agent, proving once again how much he always understood Sheldon despite their differences.
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George and Missy survive the tornado
Season 6, Episode 22, “A Tornado, a Ten-Hour Flight, and a Damn Fine Ring”
Young Sheldon Season 6 includes the first time Missy rebels right against her family, feeling ignored by them with their focus shifting between Georgie and Mandy’s daughter and Sheldon. Between her joy with Paige and sneaking out with Tonya, Missy builds a wall between her feelings and her familyHe even refuses to properly say goodbye to Mary and Sheldon when they leave for Germany.
However, the tornado in Young Sheldon Season 6’s finale changes things completely for Missy and George. Seeing that it’s coming, having to leave the car to protect themselves and finally survive it, Missy admits that she doesn’t know why she behaved like that, loves Mary and George and doesn’t really hate Sheldon. George’s compassion in handling the situation and belief when Missy promises not to misbehave like that anymore cements him as the most understanding. Between the Coopers, easily make this one of the best moments of George Sr. season 6.
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George’s last playful, supportive conversation with Georgie
Season 7, Episode 12, “A New Home and a Traditional Texas Torture”
The death of George Sr. is pending Young Sheldon Season 7, tinting every scene of ​​George with the Coopers with sadness, because it could be their last. George dies in Young Sheldon Season 7, episode 12 nevertheless makes it possible for Georgie to have one last scene with George Sr. Which still maintains a very playful relationship.
When Georgie sees George Sr. inspecting the roof after the estate agent’s visit, he playfully asks if it is sensible for George to be so tall, to which George replies that he will do the same when he owns a house. Georgie’s speech about planning to be rich and paying someone to do it and George barely believing him encapsulates their playful relationship, leaving their last moment together before George’s death in Young Sheldon Season 7 is simultaneously about George teasing Georgie and secretly believing in him.