Young Sheldon took an emotional curtain call earlier this year, with its final season ending on May 16, 2024. Through the years, the show saw some pivotal characters enter and exit, making a profound impression. Isabel May's 'Veronica Duncan' was one of the many characters who left an indelible mark on fans.
After her final appearance in season 3, episode 17, viewers have expressed their curiosity about her whereabouts. In Young Sheldon, Veronica was one of Georgie Cooper's (Montana Jordan) love interests since season 2. Before turning over a new leaf, Veronica was a wild child who fancied dressing grunge, booze, and parties.
However, after she decided to join the church, Veronica donned pastels, had a very soft-spoken voice, and spoke with more empathy than usual. Georgie was infatuated with Veronica long before she changed. At her baptism ceremony, he decided to express his feelings with a kiss - earning him a solid right hook from her.
The duo eventually developed profound feelings for each other and shared heartwarming moments. However, Georgie and Veronica's romance gradually fizzles out, and he ends up dating Jana Boggs in later episodes of Young Sheldon.
What happened to Veronica Duncan in Young Sheldon?
May's Veronica Duncan had a tumultuous journey in Young Sheldon, especially with her family. She had to endure her mother's abusive boyfriend, Clint while dealing with the aftermath of her poor decisions.
She found temporary solace with the Coopers after Georgie's dad knocked some sense into Clint. Sheldon and Veronica often bonded over tutoring, while Georgie enjoyed having her in the house. Since she was a senior in high school, Veronica has been working as a waitress to accumulate funds for her college education.
This resulted in her moving out of the Cooper residence and growing more independent. In season 3, episode 17, An Academic Crime and a More Romantic Taco Bell, Isabel May made her final appearance.
In the episode, Georgie and his then-new girlfriend, Boggs, are on a date at the restaurant where Veronica works as a waitress. The trio ended up having a somewhat awkward moment with Georgie making introductions.
Veronica told Georgie what she was up to while learning about his new relationship. The scene ended with Veronica wholeheartedly wishing him well, and she wasn't seen after that. However, she was in a cameo for the Montage of Young Sheldon in the show's last episode.
Why did Isobel May leave Young Sheldon?
Veronica's sudden departure from Young Sheldon perplexed many viewers about her decision, especially since Isabel May grew to be a fan-favorite on the show. During season 3 of the show, May was presented with a fantastic opportunity to pursue a role in Yellowstone.
May played Elsa Dutton on the hit series. Due to a potential clash in filming schedules, May had to depart from the show. This followed into how her story concluded on Young Sheldon - en route to college and working a job.
Where is Isabel May now?
Isabel May continued to pursue her acting career in Yellowstone's spin-off series, 1883. She stars as a narrator for the show. Additionally, she's busy with her role on Masters of the Air, a limited edition series airing on Apple TV produced by legendary actor Tom Hanks. Another highlight of her career was her role as the protagonist, Katie, on Netflix's Katie & Alex.
What else has Isabel May been in?
Besides her prominent role in Young Sheldon, Isabel May has pursued several other promising acting roles. She appeared in shows and movies such as:
- 1883: A Yellowstone Origin Story
- The Moon and Bac,
- I Want You Back
- Run Hide Fight
You can now binge seasons 1-7 of Young Sheldon on streaming platforms such as Hulu, Netflix, and Prime Video.
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