Lance Barber Open to Returning as George Cooper in a Young Sheldon Spin-off—Under One Condition
The Young Sheldon finale brought two pivotal storylines to life: Sheldon’s move to California for his postgraduate studies and George Cooper’s untimely death. Both arcs, heavily hinted at in The Big Bang Theory, were emotional and impactful moments for fans. While Iain Armitage (Young Sheldon) could seamlessly return for future spin-offs, bringing back Lance Barber as George Cooper is more complex—but not impossible.
In a recent interview with Dexerto, Lance Barber shared his thoughts on potentially reprising his role in a proposed spin-off, Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage. The actor, who portrayed the beloved Cooper patriarch, expressed his willingness to return, emphasizing how much he enjoyed playing George. However, Barber has one crucial condition: George’s return must not undermine the character’s powerful send-off in Young Sheldon.
Here’s what Barber had to say:
“I’d be open to getting the offer, that would be so flattering. If they figure out a way to do it that wasn’t diminishing what they’ve already established. If the writers decided to do that, they would do that in a thoughtful and classy way as opposed to a stunt to get people to watch the ghost of George Cooper return. If that could be done, then I would consider it. Otherwise, I’m really satisfied.”
This thoughtful stance reflects Barber’s deep respect for the character and the show’s storytelling legacy. While fans would love to see George Cooper again, any potential return would need to align with the heartfelt and authentic tone Young Sheldon is known for.
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