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‘The Big Bang Theory’ Cast Felt ‘Blindsided’ by Jim Parsons’ Exit: ‘It Could Have Been Handled Better’

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A dramatic reveal. The cast of The Big Bang Theory have candidly discussed their reactions to Jim Parsons‘ 2018 exit from the show — and several actors said they weren’t prepared for the big change.Kaley Cuoco, Johnny Galecki and other alums of the CBS sitcom recalled their feelings about the situation in Jessica Radloff‘s new book, The Big Bang Theory: The Definitive, Inside Story of the Epic Hit Series.

Showrunner Steve Molaro claimed that Parsons, 49, believed the show could continue without him as Sheldon, but producers felt differently.“There was never a question about continuing on without him,” Molaro, 50, explained in the oral history. “The show was this ensemble and the thought of doing some strange version without him didn’t seem right.”When the Emmy winner announced his exit from the show in August 2018, it meant that the comedy’s then-upcoming 12th season would be its last.

Once he made his decision, Molaro and cocreator Chuck Lorre held a meeting with the cast where they allowed Parsons to tell everyone that he’d decided to leave before revealing that his departure would also bring the show to a close after 12 seasons.“There was a lot of crying in the room.

Kaley, in particular,” Lorre, 69, recalled in the book. “It was a blow. And there was no way to soften it by giving them a heads-up.

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