Jim Parsons, who originated the role of (old) Sheldon Cooper on Chuck Lorre's CBS hit "The Big Bang Theory," may be hesitant to return to the role ... but his onscreen wife Mayim Bialik, who played The show's Amy Farrah Fowler has a very different take on the idea.

Bialik, who recently guest-starred on NBC's "Night Court" reboot (a reboot that stars Bialik's former co-star and on-screen bestie Melissa Rauch, who played Bernadette Rostenkowski-Wolowitz on "The Big Bang Theory"), said Yahoo! that she had a great time reuniting with Rauch and would love to bring back The Big Bang Theory in some shape or form. "With all due respect to Jim, I think there's a lot of interest and love for these characters and I'd be very happy to visit (it) in any way," Bialik told the outlet, keeping Parsons less optimistic. words in mind. “I think we all really respect the brand for what it was and what we were able to create. But for me, I understand the specialness and would love to visit Amy again if she ever comes around."

Well, what do Parsons previously talked about any kind of revival of The Big Bang Theory and the idea of ​​playing Sheldon Cooper again? Also, what have the two stars been up to since the sitcom ended in 2019 — and what's this about a Young Sheldon cameo?

"The Big Bang Theory" ended after 12 years and seasons mostly because Jim Parsons, who was going through some big personal and professional changesthey decided to leave the show behind, effectively bringing the entire enterprise to an end. Although he appeared in the series finale of "Young Sheldon" - where the titular young Sheldon Cooper is played by Iain Armitage - as the "old" Sheldon, Parsons, who found the whole experience pretty bizarremade it quite clear that he just thinks there's no reason to resurrect The Big Bang Theory.

In October 2024, Parsons sat down with Chris Wallace for the reporter's podcast "Who's Talking to Chris Wallace" which is also broadcast in movie format on Max. When Wallace asked if Parsons would consider participating in a reboot or revival of "The Big Bang Theory," Parsons' answer was unequivocal. "As we sit here now, no, but I also (...) I never say never to anything, because life just changes so much," the actor replied, going on to state that he felt like the show was basically too special . to return.

"You know, one of the things that was so special about it was what it is," Parsons continued. “And they call it lightning in a bottle for a reason,” he added, “and you can be sure it won't be. And why should we do that? I don't know, that's how I feel right now, but as I say, God willing, life is very long." Still, Parsons cherishes her time on the show. "The headline for me is always that it was the craziest, happiest blessing I could ever ask for," the actor clarified.

Since "The Big Bang Theory," Parsons has had roles in projects like Ryan Murphy's Netflix miniseries "Hollywood," films like his romantic dramedy "Spoiler Alert," and stage work in productions of "Mother Plays" and "Our Town." , so he's definitely busy. However, maybe one day he'll change his mind about participating in some sort of revival of The Big Bang Theory.

Mayim Bialik - who once admitted she actually had trouble watching The Big Bang Theory after starring as Amy Farrah Fowler — has definitely stayed busy since her time on the sitcom. After The Big Bang Theory ended, Bialik hosted her own show, Call Me Kat, which was—as it happens—produced by Jim Parsons himself (along with Bialik); the series aired on Fox from 2021 to 2023 for three seasons. During the same time period, Bialik also served as one of the two hosts of "Jeopardy!" alongside former champion Ken Jennings after longtime host Alex Trebek passed away in 2020. Eventually, however, Bialik retired after alternating with Jennings for about two years. (The timing of this was a bit odd, as Bialik chose not to cross the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strike line during the 2023 strikes—leaving Jennings to host all episodes solo—and she simply didn't return after the end on strikes.) Also, I probably don't need to tell you this part, but Bialik pretty famously played Blossom on "Blossom" in the early 1990s.

Either way, it looks like if creator Chuck Lorre and the rest of the Big Bang Theory cast want to stage a revival, Bialik is game — and hopefully someone can convince Parsons to come on board, too. For now, The Big Bang Theory is streaming in its entirety on Max.