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Oral historians debate Young Sheldon's 'difficult' child actor
Oral historians question if Young Sheldon's Iain Armitage was 'difficult' as an 8-year-old on set.
In brief
Oral historians question if Young Sheldon's Iain Armitage was 'difficult' as an 8-year-old on set. Oral historians found Iain Armitage, who was 8 when he joined Young Sheldon, was sometimes difficult but appreciated for his talent and age. Originally reported by AV Club.
Oral historians question Young Sheldon's 'difficult' child actor
Oral historians debate whether Young Sheldon's Iain Armitage was difficult as an 8-year-old on set.
Annie Potts describes Armitage's challenges
Annie Potts says Armitage had to manage psychological weight of being 9 years old on set.
“We were all working for Iain. We were all serving him. The characters were meant to serve his journey, so that is a lot for a little person to manage psychologically.”
Jason Alexander and Wallace Shawn share insights
Jason Alexander and Wallace Shawn note Armitage was manic and energetic on set.
“He was very manic at first. He was wild. He would be running around, almost the absolute opposite of the character he played.”
Armitage responds to questions
Armitage says it was a privilege to work as an 8-year-old on Young Sheldon.
“It was a complete privilege to be on this show and play this character. But yes, it was a big undertaking for an 8-year-old.”
The debate continues
Oral historians find Armitage's experience highlights how unusual it is for child actors to work.
The takeaway
Oral historians found Iain Armitage, who was 8 when he joined Young Sheldon, was sometimes difficult but appreciated for his talent and age.
