Pasadena, California – Young Sheldon star Iain Armitage took to Instagram to bid farewell to the series after seven seasons of portraying the titular boy genius. In a heartfelt post coinciding with the two-part finale airing on May 16, Armitage expressed gratitude for his time on the show and excitement for what the future holds.
Armitage, who was only eight years old when he landed the lead role on Young Sheldon in 2017, reflected on his experience playing young Sheldon Cooper and highlighted the joy of working with a beloved cast and crew. The actor also mentioned his anticipation for the next chapter in his career.
The finale of Young Sheldon concluded a successful run of seven seasons and 141 episodes. Notable appearances in the finale included Jim Parsons reprising his role as Sheldon Cooper from The Big Bang Theory, alongside Mayim Bialik as Amy Farrah Fowler, now Sheldon’s wife.
While saying goodbye to familiar characters, the Young Sheldon spin-off Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage is set to premiere in Fall 2024, focusing on young married parents Georgie and Mandy. This new series introduces a fresh storyline, raising questions about potential appearances by the Coopers in the spin-off.
Fans of the series can expect more updates in the following months as Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage gears up for its premiere. As the Young Sheldon chapter closes, viewers can look forward to the next stage in Armitage’s career and the new narratives awaiting in the spin-off series.