Big Bang Theory Writers Made a Huge Mistake Writing This Character Off

In the ever-evolving world of television, characters constantly come and go, especially in long-running shows like The Big Bang Theory. They can be written off for various reasons – their storyline may have reached its natural conclusion, the actor might want to pursue other projects, or the plotline may have become redundant.

While it's always sad to see beloved characters leave, not all farewells are created equal, with some shows truly dropping the ball. And that's exactly what happened to TBBT when they wrote off Raj's girlfriend, Emily.

Raj Koothrappali, brilliantly portrayed by Kunal Nayyar, experienced his fair share of romance on the hit sitcom. Initially terrified of talking to women, Raj's character evolved over time, and he had several girlfriends, one of them being Emily Sweeney, played by Laura Spencer.

Emily Sweeney, a quirky dermatologist, encountered Raj through his dating site and reached out to him. Their connection began to blossom, and Emily's unique traits, including her vibrant red hair, sense of humor, and love for gory things, made her a fascinating addition to the show's dynamic.

However, in season nine Raj broke up with her because he wanted to pursue a relationship with Claire and when that didn't work out, he ran back to Emily. Then, in season ten, Raj revealed that he and Emily had broken up for good.

This abrupt departure from the show didn’t sit well with many fans. They strongly felt that despite the relationship having its ups and downs, the two worked well together as a couple. In fact, many are talking about it to this day, convinced they should've been endgame.

The mistake in writing Emily off lies in the missed opportunity to explore her (and Raj’s) character further. Emily's presence and chemistry with Raj could have added depth to a show that's been stuck in the same romantic tropes for years. Not to mention that Emily's dynamic with the rest of the cast felt authentic and the audience loved it. Her character had all the potential to become a series regular.

Of course, by removing Emily from the equation, the show cleverly ensured that there would always be one member of the group available for entertaining dating subplots, while the other characters pursued committed relationships. It's certainly understandable from a creative perspective, as Raj's series of unsuccessful relationships provided plenty of comedic material. However, it's disheartening nonetheless because it resulted in sacrificing a significant portion of Raj's personal development.