As Young Sheldon wrapped up its seven-season run in May 2024, fans were treated to a heartfelt finale that not only concluded the Cooper family’s journey but also offered a glimpse into their futures. But how do the ages of the cast members compare to the ages of their characters in the series finale? Let’s take a look.
Iain Armitage as Sheldon Cooper
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Actor’s Age: 16 years old (born July 15, 2008)
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Character’s Age in Finale: 14 years old
Iain Armitage portrayed Sheldon Cooper from ages 9 to 15, bringing the character’s quirks and genius to life. In the series finale, Sheldon is 14, just a year younger than Iain was during filming.
Raegan Revord as Missy Cooper
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Actor’s Age: 16 years old (born January 3, 2008)
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Character’s Age in Finale: 14 years old
Raegan Revord, playing Sheldon’s twin sister Missy, was also 9 when the series began. By the end of the show, she was 16, two years older than her character.
Montana Jordan as Georgie Cooper
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Actor’s Age: 21 years old (born March 8, 2003)
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Character’s Age in Finale: 18 years old
Montana Jordan portrayed Georgie, Sheldon’s older brother. While Georgie starts the series as a teenager, he is 18 in the finale, three years younger than Montana was during filming.
Zoe Perry as Mary Cooper
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Actor’s Age: 41 years old (born September 26, 1982)
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Character’s Age in Finale: 44 years old
Zoe Perry, who plays Sheldon’s mother Mary, was 39 when the series began and 44 by the end. She was only a few years younger than her character throughout the show’s run.
Lance Barber as George Cooper Sr.
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Actor’s Age: 51 years old (born June 29, 1973)
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Character’s Age in Finale: 50 years old
Lance Barber portrayed George Sr., Sheldon’s father. In the series finale, George is 50, just a year younger than Lance was during filming.
Annie Potts as Meemaw
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Actor’s Age: 71 years old (born October 28, 1952)
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Character’s Age in Finale: 71 years old
Annie Potts played Meemaw, Sheldon’s grandmother. Interestingly, both Annie and her character Meemaw are 71 by the end of the series, making her one of the few cast members whose real age matches their character’s age.
Emily Osment as Mandy McAllister
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Actor’s Age: 32 years old (born March 10, 1992)
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Character’s Age in Finale: 32 years old
Emily Osment joined the cast in season 5 as Mandy McAllister. By the series finale, both Emily and Mandy are 32 years old, aligning perfectly.
Matt Hobby as Pastor Jeff Difford
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Actor’s Age: 39 years old (born February 12, 1985)
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Character’s Age in Finale: 68 years old
Matt Hobby portrayed Pastor Jeff, the local church leader. In the series finale, Pastor Jeff is 68, significantly older than Matt, who was 39 during filming.
Wyatt McClure as Billy Sparks
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Actor’s Age: 16 years old (born December 8, 2007)
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Character’s Age in Finale: 14 years old
Wyatt McClure played Billy Sparks, a friend of the Cooper family. In the series finale, Billy is 14, two years younger than Wyatt was during filming.
Conclusion
The ages of the Young Sheldon cast members at the time of the series finale often closely align with their characters’ ages, showcasing the show’s commitment to casting actors who authentically represent their roles. While some characters, like Meemaw and Pastor Jeff, have age discrepancies due to the casting choices, most of the main cast members’ real ages are within a few years of their characters’.
FAQs:
Q1: How old was Iain Armitage when he started playing Sheldon?
A1: Iain Armitage was 9 years old when he began portraying Sheldon Cooper in Young Sheldon.
Q2: Did any cast members’ real ages match their characters’ ages?
A2: Yes, Annie Potts, who played Meemaw, was 71 years old, the same age as her character in the series finale.
