Raegan Revord has been candid about her emotions regarding the conclusion of Young Sheldon, especially concerning her character, Missy. While the show remained popular throughout its run, Missy’s story did not receive the closure fans and even Raegan hoped for.
Feelings of Disappointment
Revord opened up in a recent interview about how Missy’s journey on the show left her unsatisfied. Reflecting on the final episodes, she said, It breaks my heart. She just doesn’t have it easy. Her whole life, she was kind of ignored because of her [twin] brother, and the one person who paid her attention died.
The show’s creators faced criticism for ending Missy’s character arc abruptly. Despite being a significant part of the series, Young Sheldon missed an opportunity to give her a proper send-off. Raegan shared her frustrations, acknowledging how difficult her character’s life had been since George Sr.’s death.
An Unexpected End for a Beloved Series
The cancellation of Young Sheldon came as a shock to many, including actress Annie Potts, who voiced her disappointment: It’s sad because I didn’t expect it. We’re the Number One show on network TV and the Number One show on Netflix. Who cancels this?
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This abrupt end left characters’ potential storylines unfinished, most notably Missy’s struggles in coping with her father’s death and living with a grieving mother, Mary, who turned to religion as solace.
The Impact on Missy’s Character Arc
This sudden ending has stirred feelings among fans and critics alike. As Revord pointed out, Mary’s grieving process involved becoming more religious, which didn’t help Missy navigate her own grief: She’s left with a grieving mom who probably [isn’t] there for her the way that she should have been.
A Potential Future for Missy
This brings us to what could have been if Young Sheldon continued broadcasting. The creators argued that Sheldon’s departure marked a natural conclusion. However, Revord and many fans believe Missy’s story offered more to explore. She expressed grief over how the show left her character in an unresolved state: [Missy] was kind of ignored because of her twin brother… and in Big Bang, Missy’s a waitress… she’s got all these kids [and] she’s the least successful Cooper kid.
CBS’s Decision and The Future
The new spinoff focused on Georgie and Mandy offers slight hope. Yet, it is uncertain if Missy’s character will be integrated significantly into this next phase: I can’t say anything about that… you’ll have to keep watching.
A Conclusion That Left Questions
The show’s ending raised questions regarding character resolutions and their futures. As executive producer Chuck Lorre shared about their approach: You do what feels right. You do what feels appropriate for the characters and relationships… you hope someone agrees with you.
This philosophy might explain why some fans felt disconnected with certain endings within the series. The jury is still out on whether CBS’s decision to end Young Sheldon was prudent or premature despite high viewership numbers. What remains clear is Missy’s character deserved more thoughtful closure – an aspect Revord strongly highlighted.
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