Fans were heartbroken as The Big Bang Theory came to an end after 12 seasons. It was an emotional finale, and as it turns out, things weren't any easier behind the scenes, especially when Jim Parsons decided he didn't want to renew his contract. The decision caused quite the stir, as Johnny Galecki wasn't pleased that the cast wasn't warned ahead of time. In his defense, Parsons stated that when it came to the business side of things, the cast wasn't as united, unlike Friends.Most of the cast reacted differently to Parsons' decision, including Melissa Rauch. We'll take a look at how the actress felt about the decision, and her thoughts about the finale.We're also going to reveal how Rauch felt about Bernadette's journey on the show, and the way her character was able to evolve and find her voice.
From A Creative Standpoint, Melissa Rauch Loved The Evolution Of Her Character On The Big Bang Theory
Melissa Rauch thrived playing the role of Bernadette on The Big Bang Theory. The role was equally satisfying for the actress, as she particularly enjoyed the growth of her character throughout the seasons. Bernadette went from not wanting children, to becoming a great mom.
She told Today, “Over the years, she's sort of found her big-girl voice,” she said.
“When we originally met her, she didn't really like kids. She didn't know how she would interact with them. And it's been really cool to follow that journey from her not knowing if she even wanted kids to not knowing if she'd be a good mom to the struggle of when she finally did become a mom — that moment of, like, ‘What is going on?"
"And then just the very relatable struggle of having to enter back into the workplace after being home and leaving her kids. And there was some really raw emotion that was an honor to get to play.”
Although the actress loved Bernadette's journey, like the rest of the cast, she wasn't ready to see the show wrap up, and was caught by surprise.
Melissa Rauch Praised Jim Parsons For His 'Vulnerable' Moment With The Cast
Jim Parsons decision to leave The Big Bang Theory was one the cast did not expect. Kaley Cuoco immediately started crying, while Johnny Galecki was also taken aback by the decision from his co-star, given that Parsons hadn't left any hints with the cast, and dropped the major bombshell during a meeting.
In fairness to Parsons, he didn't want the entire series to end, he was just honoring his own contract. Nonetheless, it was a huge decision and one that ended the show during season 12.
Rauch applauded Parsons for his courageous moment, stating that it must've been very tough for the actor to reveal such information, in front of the entire cast.
"As someone who I love and care about, I saw how difficult it was for him as he was telling us how he felt," explained the actress."
"But Jim was so sweet about it and spoke from the heart, and it was totally understandable that he was ready to move on."
It meant the end of The Big Bang Theory during season 12. Rauch struggled to think about how things would end for Bernadette, and the result was one she absolutely loved.
Melissa Rauch Applauded The Finale And How Things Ended On The Big Bang Theory
Rauch had no idea how it was all going to end. But once she got the script, it was better than anything she could've ever anticipated.
“I love the finale so much and I couldn’t be happier with how the writers wrapped it all up,” she tells Hollywood Life.
"I honestly didn’t know how I wanted the show to end, but when I read this script, it was exactly what I didn’t even know I wanted and more. It’s seriously phenomenal.”
During the final episodes, Rauch admitted things were very emotional, but the actress did her best to stay in the moment.
“I’ve been cherishing every second and I will hold the memories from this show dear to my heart for the rest of my life. It has been such a wonderful ride and I am forever grateful for my time there.”
Quite the journey for Rauch and one she'll never forget.
