Jim Parsons on Rihanna Marriage Rumors, Young Sheldon and Playing a 14-Year-Old on Broadway

Jim Parsons talks about the final season of Young Sheldon, young Michael Keaton looking like Iain Armitage and working with Jessica Lange on Broadway for Mother Play.
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Jim Parsons on Rihanna Marriage Rumors, Young Sheldon and Playing a 14-Year-Old on Broadway
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[@user-we2rv7op2g]

I've known he was 51, because I've long been impressed with the fact that he was 40 playing a 26 year old.

[@jackwhitbread4583]

No he wasnt, it was never even so much as suggested that he was 26 uears old in the big bang and in all honesty he never would have been a theoretical physicist of Sheldons character if Sheldon was supposed to be only 26.

[@user-we2rv7op2g]

@@jackwhitbread4583 It wasn't suggested, it was said outright. Also, perhaps you're forgetting, but Sheldon graduated high school and went to college at age 11. by age 18 he had his first of two Ph. D. Even Leonard got his Ph. D at age 24

[@user-tq9vs6fc9u]

No, he wasn’t. He was 34 when the show started and Sheldon was 27.

[@tobymortimer13]

@@jackwhitbread4583he was born in 1980 and so he’s 27 in the big bang pilot

[@SkerikIsBae]

@@jackwhitbread4583 you gotta google b4 you say things, its a winning strategy trust

[@Deleonemily1218]

Jim Parsons and Sheldon Cooper would always be the same person to my eyes

[@riobrasilsambashowssambist1453]

Because they really are. He was just playing himself

[@CK-tg7qn]

Except here he talks about energy, his relaxed, and his voice is higher, I see a difference.

[@CK-tg7qn]

​@@riobrasilsambashowssambist1453he's so different from Sheldon, in personality and mannerism. Especially earlier episodes.

[@6RshEuH2]

go watch Spoiler Alert and Boys in the Band, definitely not sheldon and it's sad a large part of his career was wasted on BBT.

[@yevgeniyaleshchenko849]

But they are NOT the same person, he's an actor, sweetie, it's high time you should understand that. Jim Parsons is so much more than just Sheldon...

[@Victoriasmiles-kv]

He is so sassy 🤣😻 when he turned his head side to side 🤣 in the intro

[@miroslavassiniavskis7725]

Probably reference to recent Kristen Wig phenomenal disable woman SNL sketch in news segment? I mean 100% it is in his connections doing that.

[@matthewalkman386]

Not jolly or sassy? Infield or outfield? Could a rowboat support him?

[@Marius26-73]

KInda... g.yish...

[@Monkemonke223]

@@Marius26-73it might seem crazy what I’m bout to say 🎶 (he’s been with his husband for 20 years)

[@Boneappleteahee]

@@Marius26-73he is gay lol

[@Streetgamerin]

jim parsons is so adorable, love him

[@shubhamjoshi4294]

Jim Parsons : I'm 51... Me: (in Kevin Hart's voice) DAAMN!!

[@cognito2g84o]

how can I like this more than once?

[@robinedwards8796]

Chris Tucker's voice. You must be under 30.

[@christina2763]

Wait he is?????

[@doubleznixz]

@@robinedwards8796On Kevin Hart’s talk show, there was running joke where he said “DAMN” when someone says their age (usually celebs over 50) so don’t correct something that you don’t know about.

[@adriantrusca1245]

He looks 51.

[@kn7615]

And that young actor is just staggeringly talented. I HOPE he does not get lost in Hollywood as he is now getting older. I hope Jim protects him, for real.

[@Alannameyers]

Jim Parsons is a gem of a human being

[@FrancieMoon9]

That is SO Mayim to say that! She is so honest and real. I love Sheldon and Amy and Jim and Mayim!!

[@noelbivens8074]

I swear it’s impossible to not like him. And who would want to. Gods this man is so humble and just so talented

[@selimhandal6088]

I love him so much...i'm just rewatching the Big Bang, remembering past days and he is the Best 😭

[@chiedu90069]

I saw the play in previews and it's one of the most beautifully written plays I've seen in years. Every performance is spectacular just spectacular. They'll all get Tony nominations.

[@varunnaren7968]

Jim Parsons is the best

[@janisnicole1967]

❤❤❤❤

[@constacechapman7900]

Jim Parsons exudes kindness. Such a great person

[@jemmmmyeah]

This man is just pure joy. I love him!

[@alexasouth]

Jim is so cute!😍🥺 PS: Jim talking about him and Mayim filming their roles together, MY MAJIM HEART!!😭🥹💕 I can’t wait for the finale!!

[@melizab2424]

He is an absolute Gem!💚💙🩵💜🤩😘🥰😍

[@prescriptionpete866]

Love Jim so much!! He’s just amazing 🤩 ❤

[@ziggy33399]

Love Jim Parsons in SO many ways! Professionally, personally (I don’t know personally, just from interviews, etc). Wouldn’t you just love to have him be one of YOUR friends too? Yes ❤

[@henessy.-.45]

Jim is a true GEM! So personable & down to Earth.

[@lashendawest7509]

We love Jim parsons and jimmy fallon

[@FMFvideos]

And Jim Camel

[@jehanhaidar2179]

He is so fun and charismatic. Great to see him succeed in his many endeavors.

[@michaelrafales2782]

Such a fantastic job with young Sheldon! Looking forward to your new show. Thank you

[@paayalsridhar1819]

One of the best actors in our time, he is absolutely brilliant ❤️✨

[@user-cj1kz8jf4y]

Brilliant!

[@oadougz]

Love you Jim Parsons! ❤

[@NJB1920]

I love him so much, Jim is my everything, to even him hear talking about working with Jassica makes my mind blow, they are two my the most favorite people in the entire world, two icons on one stage❤❤I wish I could see that. How is he 51

[@maiphuongnguyen7851]

6:33 don't we just love when he starts talking passionately about how talented his colleagues are. Such a pure soul.

[@Monkemonke223]

I love how he’s a fan of his co stars and appreciate their work as much as we do

[@S.Shea2432]

My Mama, & I both absolutely LOVE Jim Parsons in Everything He does. Especially, "The Big Bang Theory," & "Young Sheldon!!" 😍 Their both our two favorite shows of all times!! But, It sucks that both of our favorite shows have ended, & are about to end!! 😭💔💜💜

[@dishamukherjee8245]

Gosh cannot believe he is 51 😮😮 his skincare routine must be phenomenal

[@ASThompson-pp3pq]

He looks 51 hate to tell you

[@dishamukherjee8245]

@@ASThompson-pp3pq haters gonna hate 😆😆.

[@chisomibezim1481]

​@@dishamukherjee8245so he's a hater because he thinks he looks his actual age???

[@dishamukherjee8245]

@@chisomibezim1481 I am allowed to express my opinions and I don't care whether a hater like you or him agree

[@chisomibezim1481]

@@dishamukherjee8245 get out of your feelings. Just because he calls it like it is, doesn't mean it's hating. You say you don't care but you clearly do if you're calling us haters for our opinion

[@kaylenejantjes8113]

Jim Parsons is so wonderful! I did enjoy the interviews he did with Rihanna to promote their movie 'Home'.

[@S.Shea2432]

Jimmy: You wanted to be a Meterologist. This must be the biggest day in the World? Jim: No!! 🤣🤣 I LOVE both Jimmy Fallon, & Jim Parsons!! 💜💜

[@julie_uk_]

Fact clarifying Sheldon came out there a little bit, I'm here for that, as an AuDHDer ❤

[@S.Shea2432]

@@julie_uk_, Absolutely!! & I'm right there with you!! 💜💜

[@rockybudgeboa]

I LOVE HIM!!!! Such an endearing man

[@iadiramorales68]

Such a free spirit ❤❤ beautiful soul ❤

[@janetperkins8949]

That was fabulous!!!!

[@christophermarshall527]

Jim Cooper and Sheldon Parsons are two of my favorite people!

[@m_brokenleg]

Such an awesome, funny, generous and adorable guy! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@ayanna629]

Love how sassy he is😂 love this man my God

[@HM-IITM]

Gotta say, the last few months have been so freaking tough getting caught up in exams and related scams (yep, scams fr); Young Sheldon was definitely one of the most hilarious shows I've ever watched. Finished it all in a month, helped me cheer up and deal with loneliness too...

[@stormyzvox2185]

Big bang theory got me through some lonely times whilst in high school.

[@kaywillispositivevibespodcast]

I love Young Sheldon. God bless you!

[@Hahahah7718]

Same, but with big bang!

[@randomkevinislasok]

I love him so much!! So charming

[@greencherry1113]

he is so genuinely lovely

[@sandytrunks]

@5:12 "The swift sell, if you will, is that there's a mother, Jessica Lange" STOP! I'm in.

[@beckyann2000]

He’s so wholesome 💕💕

[@ruxyyrusty7780]

❤More with JParson🎉it’s a National treasure 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Mary-fv4bn]

Priceless❤

[@luciagilgsthmrvls]

5:15 oh, yess!!! This!! With Jessica Lange and Jim Parsons

[@leeshwan903]

I'm really loving season 7 of Young Sheldon, but I just gotta say that as someone who lost his own grandmother back in November, watching George's death is probably gonna seriously break me emotionally. My family and I aren't ready for the show to end just yet.

[@yevgeniyaleshchenko849]

Maybe they won't show his death and just imply it or talk about it in voice-over

[@PlatoWrestling]

0:55 he makes such a good point... They're just asking for it 😂

[@georgerodarte8549]

This show and the big bang theory were my dad's favorites. I COULDN'T stop crying on the last episodes.

[@navasaberi9000]

Lovely Jim Parsons❤❤❤

[@NeddyMontz]

Sheldon Cooper with eternal youth 😂

[@luciagilgsthmrvls]

"Go for it" 😂❤

[@Mar-kc6cv]

i adore him

[@benvang4102]

Jim parson is the best😂

[@GraphicOG]

Jim is the best!

[@monicaembile]

Ah, dang it! ❤ Jim is so freaking cute and adorable. I just recently rewatched TBBT on Netflix, and currently rewatching Young Sheldon. I want to watch other films he has been in. Gosh! I'm so happy for him. 😊

[@CK-tg7qn]

Jim talking about eclipse energy is awesome.

[@oamrxc92]

Sheldon is snappy and testy and I’m here for it hahaha

[@andystreet1479]

love Jim Parsons Big Bang was so huge what a lovely man and a brilliant actor

[@whosadrianneidkher]

Oh, I love Jim so much❤❤❤

[@kn7615]

LOVE Young Sheldon...SO incredible, lol.

[@joannab.1859]

love young sheldon.. hope will see more iain

[@CharlieHepp]

NOW PLAYING this Weekend Update ft. Sarah Sherman and Heidi Gardner - SNL on Saturday Night Live show 265K views 12 hours ago New I've known he was 51 because I've long been impressed with the fact that he was 40 playing a 26-year-old. He is so sassy when he turns his head side to side in the intro Jim Parsons: I'm 51... Me: (in Kevin Hart's voice) DAAMN!! Jim Parsons is so adorable, love him Jim Parsons and Sheldon Cooper will always be the same person in my eyes Jim Parsons is a gem of a human being And that young actor is just staggeringly talented. I HOPE he does not get lost in Hollywood as he is now getting older. I hope Jim protects him, for real. Jim Parsons is the best I love him so much... I'm just rewatching the Big Bang, remembering past days and he is the Best We love Jim Parsons and Jimmy Fallon I saw the play in previews and it's one of the most beautifully written plays I've seen in years. Every performance is spectacular just spectacular. They'll all get Tony nominations. Jim is so cute! PS: Jim talking about him and Mayim filming their roles together, MY MAJIM HEART!!🥹 I can’t wait for the finale!! One of the best actors of our time, he is absolutely brilliant Gosh cannot believe he is 51 his skincare routine must be phenomenal He is an absolute Gem!🩵 Love Jim Parsons in SO many ways! Professionally, personally (I don’t know personally, just from interviews, etc). Wouldn’t you just love to have him be one of YOUR friends too? Yes, I Love Jim so much!! He’s just amazing My Mama, & I both absolutely LOVE Jim Parsons in Everything He does. Especially, "The Big Bang Theory," & "Young Sheldon!!" Their both our two favorite shows of all time!! But, It sucks that both of our favorite shows have ended, & are about to end!! Jim is a true GEM! So personable & down to Earth. Gotta say the last few months have been so freaking tough getting caught up in exams and related scams (yep, scams fr); Young Sheldon was definitely one of the most hilarious shows I've ever watched. Finished it all in a month, helped me cheer up and deal with loneliness too... I love him so much, Jim is my everything, to even him hear talking about working with Jessica makes my mind blow, they are two of my favorite people in the entire world, two icons on one stage I wish I could see that. How is he 51 This man is just pure joy. I love him! Such a fantastic job with young Sheldon! Looking forward to your new show really met him here Tom Selleck on "Blue Bloods" and his memoir, "You Never Know" Read that book on CBS Sunday Morning with 156K views 8 days ago Thank you, Jim Parsons, exudes kindness. Such a great person He is so fun and charismatic. Great to see him succeed in his many endeavors. Love you, Jim Parsons! @5:12 "The swift sell, if you will, is that there's a mother, Jessica Lange" non-STOP talking! I'm in. Sheldon Cooper with Eternal Youth 6:33 Don't we just love it when he starts talking passionately about how talented his colleagues are. Such a pure soul. Jim Parsons is so wonderful! I did enjoy the interviews he did with Rihanna to promote their movie 'Home'. I LOVE HIM!!!! Such an endearing man Such an awesome, funny, generous, and adorable guy! Such a free spirit beautiful soul Sheldon is snappy and testy and I’m here for it hahaha I'm really loving season 7 of Young Sheldon, but I just gotta say that as someone who lost his own grandmother back in November, watching George's death is probably gonna seriously break me emotionally. My family and I aren't ready for the show to end just yet. no more with JParsonit’s a National Treasure 5:15 Oh, yes!!! This!! With Jessica Lange and Jim Parsons LOVE Young Sheldon...SO incredible, lol. That was fabulous!!!! I love how he’s a fan of his co-stars and appreciates their work as much as we do Love how sassy he is love this man my God NOW PLAYING Best of The Big Bang Theory Cast on the Ellen Show is done to started TheEllenShow live-action today at May 22 on Wednesday on Ellen Show So charming She’s did done this week so wholesome to check it out is playing is funny on stage that girl was lying to Ellen Show talking she posted already is out now that act well overdone it.

[@miroslavassiniavskis7725]

So happy to see JIm on Late night. His couple with Amy is one of my favourite ever and it probably will make cinema history being in public content on related keywords. His performance in Hollywood was too Sheldony for me at the beginning but then I get used to his new amplua. So I would love to see him in new projects trying to figure out will he have mainstream sitcom main actors (being on very top if this category) bad karma.

[@myroslavavyshyvaniuk6673]

He will always be Sheldon for me ❤

[@mellissafox4747]

You know what show I’d love to see. Sheldon and Amy as parents. (With penny and Leonard as parents to) seeing Sheldon raise kids would be so interesting especially after watching young Sheldon

[@debbiezatterberg5481]

Love this kid !

[@JustinBanet]

Wow I was just talking about Jim Parsons yesterday. Love u both. !!! Lol free pass. Love it. Shine bright

[@alexmcaruthur6966]

He’s really talented ❤

[@visariosorino8034]

To the person reading this, even though I don't know you. I wish you the best of what life has to offer 🙏 😊❤🙌

[@jamesfayne108]

Thank you.❤

[@visariosorino8034]

😊❤️👍​@@jamesfayne108

[@bryannguyen8440]

Post something that is related to the video

[@bryannguyen8440]

@@jamesfayne108good riddance. It’s the same comment on every video

[@jonwoodmass2849]

Bot

[@moorebounce]

They should remake Pee Wee's Big Adventure with Jim Parsons

[@robertnewhart3547]

I wish you wouldn't have. ... yikes.

[@drao0907]

There was actually a joke on Big Bang about Sheldon looking like Pee Wee Herman when he wears a bowtie hahahaha

[@drao0907]

There was actually a joke on Big Bang about Sheldon looking like Pee Wee Herman when he wears a bowtie hahahaha

[@OxanaExon]

Jim Parsons is so nice guy!

[@thomasdahl2232]

Just brilliant!!!! :)

[@PrescientHope]

Jim Parsons is an Innovator. Jimmy Fallon Is An Inventor. Nice Conversation.

[@PrescientHope]

This conversation is the greatest adept of Common Sense I Have Ever Experienced.

[@user-yl6lx1qo9e]

I remembered so much Watching this video. I enjoyed watching this.

[@carloscastanoangulo3702]

Jim!!!! ❤

[@etfrancis5886]

He's so fabulous

[@yurielcundangan9090]

Jim P got some guts😂

[@luciagilgsthmrvls]

I love him so much he's great

[@Jenniferlynn6504]

I want to see that show now

[@MaxineShaw_84]

I want to see this play!! He sold the hell outta that.

[@luciagilgsthmrvls]

I love Jim 🙌🙌😆💚💚💚

[@Takaichi666-]

Love this guy 😁

[@yurielcundangan9090]

Jim Got some guts😂

[@julie_uk_]

Respect to Jim for choosing to be open to eclipse energy, I was too ❤

[@anthonygordon9483]

Open up with the most small talk topic of the week ? Who wasn't talking about it. I went to work and people open up talking about it

[@mrmeme-jq6qr]

You can tell he’s a real comedian

[@SamJones01011]

Jim Parsons seems such a sweet guy! 😊

[@dianagarciaruiz2008]

I would totally watch a spinoff or i guess continuation show of sheldon maybe old sheldon or family sheldon idk but it would be interesting to see how he handles having kids, being married, his career etc i love jim parsons!!

[@tibebesolomon8878]

Sheldon Cooper is similar to a robot. It would not be a spinoff. It would be a condition requirer.

[@fernandasarantes6088]

I love him

[@laurieclark9179]

Love Jim Parsons. Always authentic. Loved Spoiler Alert!!!

[@jesseyasaitis9036]

I love how animated he is.

[@Dira091998]

Love Jim so much! Can't believe he is 51 tho WOW he looks good

[@hyaghoskate1]

1:27 there's always a guy who goes lie "wow" and then the crowd react, and when he does it again they stop hahahahahahahahaahhaa

[@annedean60]

Love you Jim

[@Puklii]

Jim Parsons the best actor in the world... Respect from hungary

[@raytom5758]

Jim Parsons ❤

[@ForEveryone-bv3cq]

Cant wait for his movie career to blast off

[@matt13r1]

Jim Parsons is so funny

[@luciagilgsthmrvls]

6:13 loool 😂❤

[@larsonfamilyhouse]

Love Jessica Lange 🥰

[@rjcarter2904]

Talented actor.