Mary & Brenda Will Finally Confront Each Other in Young Sheldon Season 6 Episode 17

The prequel to The Big Bang Theory, Young Sheldon, has enchanted audiences with its relatable characters and realistic portrayal of family drama, in contrast to the original show with its over-the-top caricature characters.

Although we know certain events that are supposed to happen because they were mentioned in TBBT, the escalating tension within the Cooper family is still keeping audiences on their toes.

This is particularly true about the relationship between Mary and George. Sheldon's parents have been struggling for some time, with their marriage teetering on the brink of collapse.

Both parents strive to keep the family together, and as a devout Christian, Mary wouldn't want to tarnish her image by getting a divorce. However, their intimacy is dwindling, they are arguing more and more, and they both know of each other's infidelity.

After the most recent episode, in which Missy runs away from home with Paige, and the parents rush to rescue them, it appears the focus will shift back to George and Mary's situation.

The teaser trailer for the upcoming episode 17, A German Folk Song and an Actual Adult, hints at a confrontation between Mary and Brenda. Will this lead to the Coopers' marriage collapsing, or can they find a temporary compromise?

In episode 14, Mandy, George Jr.'s pregnant partner, goes into labour. With Sheldon being the only one at home, he calls Brenda Sparks for help. When George arrives at the hospital, he talks to Brenda, who is spotted by Mary and Pastor Roy. This leads to a heated argument between George, Mary, and Brenda, with each accusing the others of cheating.

Following the events at the hospital, the spouses hardly speak to each other and sleep separately, while the idea of divorce seems increasingly plausible despite their denial in episode 15.

The trailer reveals Brenda at the Cooper house, indicating an intense conversation between her and Mary, with Sparks' perspective finally being revealed.

As we know from TBBT, Sheldon once caught his father with a mistress. Was it Brenda or someone else? We'll learn more about that and witness the family conflict's resolution (or further escalation) in the upcoming episode, airing on April 13 on CBS.