The Young Sheldon The cast helps create the story of Sheldon Cooper's childhood with his family in Texas as he begins his journey as a young genius. To capitalize on the popularity of The Big Bang TheoryThe first spin-off of the sitcom premiered in 2017. The shows aired two years back-to-back, but since its parent series wrapped its run in 2019, Young Sheldon was left standing alone. The events of Young Sheldon Take place around two decades before the beginning of The Big Bang Theory.
While Sheldon Cooper may be the main focus of the show, the sitcom has proven its own strong ensemble with characters that have appeared on The Big Bang Theory Like older versions of themselves, those that are only mentioned, and some that are completely new creations in this prequel show. Young Sheldon Season 7 was its end, Although it will not be the last time to see this talented cast together. From the new names on Sheldon Cooper to the family and friends in his story, the Young Sheldon Cast remains very talented.
Sheldon Cooper/Adult Sheldon
Played by Iain Armitage / Jim Parsons
Playing the titular character in the Young Sheldon Cast is Iain Armitage. He takes over the role of Jim Parsons who played his older version in The Big Bang Theory. Dubbed a once-in-a-generation genius, Sheldon is clearly already into science, especially theoretical physics which explains why he is pursuing it at CalTech. Things really changed for Sheldon as the series wore on. With so many things that his adult version said in TBBT About his childhood, the continuation in Young Sheldon Was a struggle though the original show planets seeds for exciting developments.
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Despite his young age, Armitage has already appeared in several other projects outside of Young Sheldon. He first gained prominence through his YouTube series, Yain loves theater where he reviewed stage shows. From there he appeared Great little shots, Played Ziggy Chapman in Great Little LiesAnd was even a guest in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Season 18. On the big screen, he provided the voice for young Shaggy Rogers in Scoob! And chase in PAW Patrol: The Movie.
Meanwhile, Parsons presents the mature narrative in Young Sheldon. Apart from his career-defining role as the elderly Sheldon Cooper in The Big Bang Theory Where he won four Primetime Emmy Awards, he also played Tommy Boatwright in both the Broadway and television versions of The normal heart. He was in Hidden figures, Extremely bad, shockingly evil and vileAnd The boys in the bandtoo.
Mary Cooper
Played by Zoe Perry
Sheldon's mom, Mary Cooper, is portrayed by Zoe Perry - a role she inherited from her real mother. Laurie Metcalf played the character in The Big Bang Theory. Mary's signature trait is that she is a devout Southern Baptist, and despite her family's refusal to practice their faith, she insists that they do. Mary is extremely protective of her kids, but she has a soft spot for Sheldon knowing full well of his quirks and eccentricities. It is known George's affair in Young Sheldon It seems that this is the reason why the couple divorced, but the marriage troubles have already existed.
Perry is from Chicago, and she got her start when she moved to New York City to get jobs in television. She has been active in the entertainment industry since 1992. One of her earliest roles actually connects to young Sheldon as Perry played young Jackie on RoseanneOnce again playing the younger version of Laurie Metcalf's character. She was also a guest in Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Private practice, Gray's Anatomy, NCISAnd Scandal.
George Cooper Sr.
Played by Lance Barber
Sheldon's father, George Cooper Sr., is played by Lance Barber in the Young Sheldon Figure. Since George was already dead during the events of The Big Bang TheoryHe is the only Cooper family member with no older predecessor in the original series. Despite being originally described as a no-good father who did nothing but drink, Young SheldonThe version of the character is different. He is a devoted family man who works tirelessly for his family. However, George's cheating storyline never materialized young sheldon, And he died recently.
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Lance Barber is an actor from Michigan who started working at the Barn Theater as a child alongside Jennifer Garner. His breakthrough came with the TV show The comeback on HBO in 2005. He is also known for appearing in many shows over the years. He was in It's always sunny in Philadelphia, The comeback, Black-ish, Brooklyn no-noAnd Gilmore Girls. Interestingly, he Also played Leonard's bully, Jimmy Speckerman, in The Big Bang Theory.
George "George" Cooper Jr.
Played by Montana Jordan
Sheldon's older brother, GeorgeGeorgie"Cooper Jr. was played by Montana Jordan in the Young Sheldon Figure. Not much was initially revealed about the character in The Big Bang TheoryUntil just before Sheldon's wedding when he finally showed up. The spin-off reveals more of him before he became the successful business owner of a Mr. Tire dealership in Texas. Although he is not academically gifted like Sheldon, Georgie has great entrepreneurial skills. He has since become a father on the show, which sets up the upcoming Young Sheldon Spinoff about Georgie and Mandy's life as young parents.
Montana Jordan is an actor from Texas who got his start when he was cast in the film The Legacy of Whitetail Deer Hunter Like Josh Brolin's son. The movie actually came out after his character first appeared in the Young Sheldon Figure. He too reprized his role as young Georgie in the one-time crossover episode Between The Big Bang Theory and its edge. This was the only film and television work so far in his career.
Missy Cooper
Played by Raegan Revord
Raegan Revord, the portrayal of Sheldon's twin sister, Missy Cooper. Like Georgie, she is also not scholastically inclined, but she is high-tailed as revealed when their parents evaluated them. Despite her constant bickering with her twin, the pair actually have a great relationship, and in The Big Bang TheoryIt is revealed that she is proud of Sheldon's achievements. n the Young Sheldon Figure. But, so does she Has minor appearances in shows like Modern family, Wipe onAnd Alexa & Katie.
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Missy has also proven in recent seasons that she is nowhere near as intelligent as her character was originally presented and she has a rebellious streak. Reward, who was born in 2008, is best known for her role as I
Connie Tucker / Meemaw
Played by Annie Potts
Mary's mother and Sheldon's grandmother, whom he affectionately calls Meemaw, is played by Annie Potts in the game. Young Sheldon Figure. named Connie Tucker, Young Sheldons version of the character is significantly different from The Big Bang Theorys. Instead of the mild-mannered old lady she eventually became, the spin-off's iteration is angry and even sarcastic at times. She tends to cope with George, but they try to be civil with each other for the sake of the family.
Annie Potts was born in Tennessee and has more than 40 years of experience in movies and television shows. Most fans know her from her biggest movie role, Wu She played Janine Melnitz in the Ghostbusters Franchise And will finally join the team right in the upcoming Game Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. John Hughes fans also probably remember her from her role as Iona in Pretty in pinkWhere she played Andy's close friend. Potts also voices Bo Peep in the Toy Story Franchise.
Mandy McAllister
Played by Emily Osment
Emily Osment joined the Young Sheldon Cast as Mandy McAllister in season 5. She became a regular full-time cast member in season 6 when she ended up seriously dating Gerogie, eventually becoming the mother to his child. in TBBT In learning, Mandy possibly ends up as one of Georgie's ex-wives, and the two married in the final season right before George Sr. died Osment is an actor from Los Angeles who got her start as a child actor in several television shows before landing roles in the Game Spy Kids Franchise.
In 2005, Osment got her Breakout role when she played Lilly Truscott in Hannah Montana. She appeared in the show's third and fourth seasons and ended up pursuing a career in music, where she worked with the band Eve 6. In 2013, she returned to television and landed a starring role in Cleaners And then had major roles in Young & Hungry, The Kominsky methodAnd Almost family. She also hears pep in the Beverly Hills Chihuahua Franchise.
Young Sheldon supporting cast
Wallace Shawn as Professor John Sturgis - Sheldon's first mentor named Professor John Sturgis is played by Wallace Shawn. The old teacher was the first person to introduce the socially unrestrained genius into theoretical physics. He also has a time with Meemaw. The actor is best known for his roles in Clueless, Princess Bride, Toy Story movies, The Cosby Show, Star Trek: Deep Space NineAnd Gossip girl.
Ed Begley Jr. Like Dr. Gant Linkletter - Sheldon gets a new mentor when he starts college in Dr. Grant Linkletter played by Ed Begley Jr. He is also Dr. Linkletter's arch rival at East Texas Tech. He went out in St. Elsewhere, Blue collar, An officer and a gentleman, Batman Forever, Pineapple ExpressAnd Chips.
Matt Hobby as Pastor Jeff - Mary works directly with Matt Hubby's pastor Jeff at church. He often spends a lot of time challenging Sheldon's beliefs through logic exercises. He was also in Boardwalk Empire, Hart of DixieAnd The grinder.
Wyatt McClure as Billy Sparks - In The Big Bang TheorySheldon mentioned having a friend named Billy Sparks who was played by Wyatt McClure in the Young Sheldon Figure. He has an unrequited love for Missy. The child actor is best known for his roles in I see you And Psychos.
Melissa Peterman as Brenda Sparks - Billy's mom, Brenda Sparks, is portrayed by Melissa Peterman. She may also be George's first mistress mentioned in The Big Bang Theory After she separated from her husband. Peterman appeared in Lord and was the host of Bet on your baby And The singing bee.
Billy Gardel as Herschel Sparks - The patriarch of Sparks, Herschel Sparks, is played by Billy Gardel. Like George, he often made fun of his wife, until Herschel decided to separate from her. The actor is best known for his role in Mike and Mollyas well, Bob Hearts Abisola.
Ryan Phuong as Tam Nguyen - Ryan Phuong portrays Sheldon's first best friend, Tam Nguyen. in The Big Bang TheoryIt is revealed they have a falling out after Tam chose a girl over moving to Pasadena with Sheldon. However, they eventually patched things up after Tam visits Sheldon at CalTech where the pair reconnect. Phuong has roles in Shame And these Thundermans.
Craig T. Nelson as Dale Ballard - Meemaw is dating again after she breaks up with Dr. Sturgis and her next boyfriend turns out to be Georgie's business mentor in Young SheldonDale Ballard, who is played by Craig T. Nelson. Fans know him from shows like Coach And ParentsAs well as, in films such as Poltergeists, Turner & HoochAnd The devil's advocate.
Reba McEntire as June - Dale's ex-wife, June, pops in from time to time and is played by Reba McEntire. Widely dubbed as "The Queen of the Country" Given her successful music career, she was in the Broadway musical Annie get your gunAnd TV shows such as tremors And Lord.
McKenna Grace as Paige Swanson - Sheldon was introduced to another child prodigy named Paige. Portrayed by McKenna Grace, the pair mostly have a contentious relationship, but they bond over shared experiences. At one point, Sheldon even develops a crush on Paige. Grace has appeared in shows like The young and the restless, Once upon a time, Full houseAnd Designated survivor. On the big screen, she was in Independence Day: Resurgence, Talented, I, Tonya, Ready player one, Captain MarvelAnd Ghostbusters: Afterlife.
Andrea Anders as Linda Swanson - Paige's mom is played by Andrea Anders who is known for her roles in sitcoms such as Joey, The class, Modern familyAnd Better off Ted. She also recently appeared in Ted Lasso And Cruel summer.
Doc Farrow as assistant coach Wilkins - Originally Sheldon's PE teacher at Medford High, Doc Farrow's coach Wilkins also became one of George's closest friends in Young Sheldon. He was in The good site, Curb your enthusiasmand the movie, Bomb.
Valerie Mahaffey as Victoria McElroy - Sheldon's home and English teacher, Victoria McElroy, is played by Valeria Mahaffey. She started her career in the soap opera, The Doctors and appeared in shows like Northern exposure, Wings, Desperate housewives, Shallow servicesAnd Great ski. She also starred in movies including Senior trip, Jungle 2 Jungle, SallyAnd French exit.
Brian Stepanek as Hubert Givens - Hubert Givens is Sheldon's science teacher at Medford High and is portrayed by Huber Givens. He is best known for his role in The Suite Life of Zack & Cody Like Arwin Hawkhauser and in Transformers As a Sector Seven agent.
Jason Alexander as Mr. Gene Lundy - Jason Alexander's Gene Lundy is Medford High School's resident drama teacher. The actor is best known as George Constanza in Seinfeld and then starred in Curb your enthusiasm And Wonderful Mrs. Maisel. Alexander was also in Beautiful woman And Shallow hall.
Daniel Pinnock as Evelyn Ingram - Sheldon's math teacher at Medford High is played by Daniel Pinnock who was in This is us, The entrepreneur's wife, ScandalAnd Ghosts.
Rex Lynn as Tom Peterson - The principal of Medford High, Tom Petersen, is portrayed by Rex Linn. He went out in Wyatt Erp, Rush House, Cheaper by the dozen, Django Unchained, A million about to die in the West, Doogie Howser, MD, 3rd stone from the Sun, Nashville, Better call Saul, Lethal weaponAnd The Kominsky method.
Nancy Linehan Charles as Peg - Mary works with Pastor Jeff's sassy secretary at Peg and is played by Nancy Linehan Charles. She went out in Minority Report, The stepfather, Criminal MindsAnd grim.
London Cheshire as Marcus - Missy's first boyfriend in Young SheldonMarcus is portrayed by London Cheshire, who was also in 9-1-1.
Chris Wylde as Glenn - Chris Wylde portrays the owner of the comic book store King Kong Comics, Glen. The actor is known for appearing in General Hospital, The DUFF, Place cowboysAnd The Revenant.
Sarah Baker as Sheryl Hutchins - Medford High librarian Sheryl Hutchins is portrayed by Sarah Baker who is best known for her appearances in the Campaign, mascots, The Kominsky methodAnd Levi.
Isabel May as Veronica - Georgie's first real crush, and may very well be his first wife, is Isabel May's Veronica. She starred in the definitive Netflix show, Alexa & Katie.
Mary Grill as Officer Robin - Pastor Jeff's second wife named Officer Robin is portrayed by Mary Grill who appeared in The Mindy Project, Veep, Father figuresAnd Crazy people.
Ava Allan as Jana - After Veronica disappeared in Young SheldonGeorgie started a new relationship with Jana, played by Ava Allan. She was in pretty little liars, Modern familyAnd Suits.
Dan Bird as Pastor Rob - Dan Bird's youth pastor Rob teaches the kids during Sunday school. Pastor Rob also ended up in a controversial Young Sheldon Storyline where Mary possibly tried to hook up with him when she thought George was cheating on her. The actor is best known for his roles in A Cinderella Story, Easy A, And Cougar Town.
Rachel Bay Jones as Audrey McAllister - Rachel Bay Jones plays Audrey McAllister in the Young Sheldon Figure. She is Mandy's mother and the grandmother to Georgie's child. Jones is best known for her role in Dear Evan Hanson As Heidi Hanson, a role that earned her an Emmy and Grammy Award.
Will Sasso as Jim McAllister - Wants Saso to join them Young Sheldon Cast as Jim McAllister, Mandy's father and the grandfather of Georgie's baby. Saso is a comedy actor who got his big break in sketch comedy shows Crazy TV. He also had roles in Less than perfect, How I Met Your Mother And United we fall.
Which characters return for Georgie & Mandy's first wedding?
The upcoming spin-off of Young Sheldon Is Georgie and Mandy's first weddingAnd as the title suggests, it will star Montana Jordan and Emily Osment as Georgie and Mandy. They are the new center of attention when they move in with Mandy's parents (played by Will Sasso and Rachel Bay Jones). While this moves things away from the main Young Sheldon figure, There will be guest appearances by members of Georgie's familySo fans don't have to worry about that.
There is no word on whether Iain Armitage will appear as Sheldon Cooper
This includes Zoe Perry returning as Mary Cooper, Annie Potts appearing as Meemaw, and Reagan Revord returning as Missy Cooper. The number of appearances they will make remains unknown, but they are only listed as "guests" on the new series, while the McAllister family are the main stars. There's no word on whether Iain Armitage will appear as Sheldon Cooper, but don't expect it to happen, as he likely won't be coming back home anytime soon.
Finally, a video of an upcoming Thanksgiving episode was also released, and more Young Sheldon Faces returned there, including Perry, Reward, Potts and Craig T. Nelson, all at the McAllister House for the holidays. There will be some familiar faces, however Georgie and Mandy's first wedding Will most likely try to create their own world with the new stars and only use the Cooper family on a limited basis.