Simon Helbarg

ultimately, the right call was made to end the show after 12 successful seasons. Simon Helberg was among the castmates to agree with the decision

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Jim Parsons and Simon Helberg spent lots of time together behind the scenes during Big Bang Theory's 12 year run

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Parsons made mention in a previous interview that he'll miss Helberg the most

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We'll take a look at how close Howard and Sheldon really were behind the camera

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In reality, The Big Bang Theory could have lasted a few extra seasons

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Especially Kaley Cuoco, who broke down following the news that Jim Parsons was not set to return

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Simon helbarg Completely understood why Jim wanted to leave the show

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“Now, that didn’t mean that we, in any way, expected that the show would certainly end,” Helberg added

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The network to keep the show running, whether or not we were involved

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It was an emotional ending for everyone involved, including Jim Parsons. it didn't make his departure any easier

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