A new Young Sheldon season 6 image reveals the first look at a grown-up Sheldon Cooper. CBS' premier sitcom continues after season 5 with two more seasons already guaranteed. This means that viewers will learn more about The Big Bang Theory's socially inept genius' childhood in Texas including his evolving relationship with the rest of his family.
With just two months to go before CBS' premier sitcom returns with fresh episodes, Young Sheldon season 6 filming has quietly started. After the coronavirus pandemic disrupted the sitcom's schedule in the last couple of years, the show is back to its regular season premiere timeline, with Young Sheldon season 6 set to start in late September 2022. Much of what can be expected in the new year was set up Young Sheldon season 5, especially with Georgie's pregnancy arc and the crumbling marriage between George and Mary. As for Sheldon, the boy genius will continue with his college adventures and deal with his sometimes unique growing pains.
With Young Sheldon season 6 now in production, the first image of Sheldon Cooper has made its way online thanks to show producer Ansley Rix. The snap was shared on her Instagram story and reveals a more grown-up Sheldon back in church with Missy and Mary. Check out the photo below:
Raegan Revord previously shared an image that indicates Young Sheldon season 6 will see the Coopers' return to church, but this is the first time that some characters are shown for their upcoming return. Based on Zoe Perry's mask, it seems like this was taken in between breaks, with Revord and Armitage laughing at something. This image, however, seemingly makes Armitage look much bigger than he did last season. He's significantly taller than his on-screen twin in this snap. Perhaps it's an indication that there will be a time jump in-between seasons of The Big Bang Theory prequel. Otherwise, Young Sheldon could just not make a big deal out of it.
Since there's barely any context given in this photo, other than where the trio is, it's curious what exactly brought them back to church. It's worth remembering that the whole congregation and Pastor Jeff turned their backs on Mary and the Coopers in Young Sheldon season 5 after news of Georgie unexpectedly getting Mandy pregnant broke out. It's possible that, despite all of this, Mary remains committed to her church, which could create more tension between her and George. The possible appearance of Youth Pastor Rob could further complicate things for Sheldon's parents. As for Sheldon, the boy genius has seemingly given up on his more casual aesthetic that's reminiscent of his get-up in The Big Bang Theory and reverted to wearing his shirt and tie combo.
Source: Ansley Rix/Instagram