Young Sheldon Cast: Who Stars in Young Sheldon? Who Plays Young Sheldon?
The hit CBS sitcom Young Sheldon served as a heartfelt prequel to The Big Bang Theory, diving into the early life of Sheldon Cooper. From the genius boy himself to the quirky family around him, the show featured a talented ensemble cast that made the Coopers unforgettable. Here’s a breakdown of the main cast and who plays who.
👦 Who Plays Young Sheldon?
Iain Armitage stars as Sheldon Cooper, the brilliant and socially awkward child prodigy.
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Iain was just 9 years old when he was cast.
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His performance captures Sheldon’s genius, quirks, and emotional growth beautifully.
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Fun fact: He’s also known for playing Ziggy in Big Little Lies.
👩 Who Plays Mary Cooper (Sheldon’s Mom)?
Zoe Perry plays Mary Cooper, Sheldon’s protective, religious, and warm-hearted mother.
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She is the real-life daughter of The Big Bang Theory’s Mary Cooper actress, Laurie Metcalf.
👨 Who Plays George Cooper Sr. (Sheldon’s Dad)?
Lance Barber plays George Sr., Sheldon’s tough-but-lovable father.
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He’s a high school football coach and plays a more complex version of the character compared to how Sheldon remembered him in The Big Bang Theory.
👧 Who Plays Missy Cooper (Sheldon’s Twin Sister)?
Raegan Revord portrays Missy Cooper, Sheldon’s sarcastic and witty twin sister.
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Fans love her quick comebacks and emotional depth.
👦 Who Plays Georgie Cooper (Sheldon’s Older Brother)?
Montana Jordan plays George “Georgie” Cooper Jr., Sheldon’s charming and often confused older brother.
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He eventually becomes a central character in the upcoming spin-off, Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage.
👵 Who Plays Meemaw (Connie Tucker)?
Annie Potts plays Meemaw, Sheldon’s sharp-tongued, poker-playing grandmother.
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She’s a fan-favorite for her sass, humor, and loving relationship with her grandkids.
👨‍⚖️ Other Notable Characters:
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Matt Hobby as Pastor Jeff, the local church pastor.
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Emily Osment as Mandy McAllister, Georgie’s girlfriend and later his wife in the spin-off.
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Wallace Shawn as Dr. John Sturgis, Sheldon’s eccentric college professor and Meemaw’s love interest.
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Melissa Peterman as Brenda Sparks, the Coopers’ neighbor.
🎙️ Narrator: Jim Parsons
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Jim Parsons, who played adult Sheldon in The Big Bang Theory, narrates the series as grown-up Sheldon looking back at his youth.
If you’re just diving into the world of Young Sheldon, this cast brings together heartfelt performances and sharp humor that build the perfect origin story for one of TV’s most iconic characters.
