When Young Sheldon wrapped up its emotional final season, fans said goodbye to the Cooper family — but not to the incredibly talented cast that brought them to life. From red carpets to new roles, the stars of Young Sheldon have been busy building careers that go far beyond West Texas.
Let’s dive into what each actor has been up to since the series finale aired — and spoiler alert: there are some major moves happening!
H2: Iain Armitage (Sheldon Cooper)
H3: From Child Prodigy to Rising Star
No surprise here — Iain Armitage isn’t slowing down. After winning hearts as the boy genius Sheldon Cooper, Iain has taken a break from TV but remains very much in demand.
🎬 What He’s Up To Now:
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Voicing Young Batman in an upcoming animated feature.
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Set to star in a coming-of-age indie film premiering at Sundance 2026.
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Continues to support theatre communities nationwide (he’s a huge Broadway buff).
Armitage, now in his mid-teens, is poised to make a successful transition into mature roles, and industry insiders say he’s got the range to become a Gen-Z acting powerhouse.
H2: Zoe Perry (Mary Cooper)
H3: The Emotional Core, Now Leading a New Drama
Zoe Perry quietly stole scenes as Sheldon’s loving but complex mother, Mary. And while she’s kept a lower profile post-finale, she’s about to step into a starring role of her own.
🎭 What She’s Up To Now:
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Cast as the lead in a gritty legal drama for ABC, tentatively titled Judgment Day.
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Narrating a true crime podcast that’s topping charts on Spotify.
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Frequently collaborating with her mom, Laurie Metcalf, on stage projects.
Perry’s career has taken a more serious, dramatic turn, and fans are excited to see her front and center.
H2: Lance Barber (George Cooper Sr.)
H3: From TV Dad to Unexpected Fan Favorite
After playing Sheldon’s misunderstood father, Barber has become a surprisingly in-demand character actor.
🎬 What He’s Up To Now:
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Guest-starring in HBO’s political satire The Campaign.
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Developing a comedy pilot with CBS.
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Recently made headlines for a viral cameo on Saturday Night Live.
He’s loving the chance to flex his comedy chops again and shake the dramatic baggage from his final Young Sheldonarcs.
H2: Montana Jordan (Georgie Cooper)
H3: From Big Brother to Breakout Star
Montana Jordan has grown up on screen, and now he’s stepping into leading man territory.
📺 What He’s Up To Now:
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Starring in a new streaming series called Lone Star Heist, playing a charming but reckless con artist.
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Launching a YouTube series about life in small-town Texas.
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Still close friends with co-star Raegan Revord — they often appear in each other’s social posts.
Jordan’s mix of southern charm and sharp timing is setting him up to become the next great comedic actor with heart.
H2: Raegan Revord (Missy Cooper)
H3: Young Missy No More — She’s Finding Her Voice
Raegan Revord’s portrayal of Missy was one of the most emotionally rich parts of the show’s later seasons. Now? She’s ready to explore new dimensions.
🎤 What She’s Up To Now:
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Writing and producing
