Big Bang Theory star Jim Parsons stood his ground to protect Mayim Bialik's Amy if the showrunner decided to ax her.
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The Season 3 finale of the hit series The Big Bang Theory introduced Amy Farrah Fowler as a potential companion for Jim Parsons' Sheldon Cooper, after Howard and Raj discovered a match for him on the dating site. The character was initially perceived to be very similar to Sheldon.
However, the character did not resonate with fans who were wary of any changes to Sheldon Cooper. Despite the mixed reception, Parsons was determined to keep the character on the show, as he believed that Amy added significant value to the show.
In The Big Bang Theory: The Definitive, Inside Story of the Epic Hit Series, Jim Parsons acknowledged that the introduction of a character with a vision for a "female version of Sheldon" could not remain static and would need to evolve to maintain the show's appeal.
