Why Do Georgie and Mandy Fans Hate Mandy So Much?

Fans of Young Sheldon were thrilled to learn that a spinoff focusing on two of the franchise's most important characters, Georgie and Mandy, was in the works. However, it seems that from the beginning of the new show, which premiered in 2024, the fate of one of them was sealed.

Mandy was never the fan favorite, but hating her right away? There had better be a good reason for that. And it seems like there are just too many.

Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage has sparked a wave of online discussions on social media. People are leaving hateful comments about Mandy’s character, though some are still finding ways to defend her behavior. Let’s see what both sides have to say.

Mandy Is Judgmental (Just Like Her Mother)

One of the main reasons fans dislike Mandy is her perceived arrogance. In every episode, it seems like she finds a way to criticize Georgie. In episode 8, titled "Diet Crap," she criticizes him for his lack of higher education, despite her own college degree.

This behavior mirrors that of her mother, Audrey, who has also been shown to belittle Georgie in Young Sheldon.

Mandy Lacks Character Development (Despite Hints of Her Growing Up)

Many viewers feel that Mandy's character lacks depth and growth. Rather than evolving, she often resorts to petty arguments and displays jealousy, particularly over Georgie's success. However, fans clearly remember hints of Mandy growing up and developing genuine feelings for Georgie earlier in Young Sheldon.

“The biggest problem, in my opinion, is that by the end of Young Sheldon, you could tell she had grown to genuinely love Georgie. Now, it seems like she can't stand him. There have been very few moments in the new show in which she expresses or shows true affection for him,” Redditor SabreCrossYT said.

Hot Take: There’s No Reason to Hate on Mandy So Much

Despite that, some fans insist that there’s no reason to hate her so much because her flaws make her human.

“Mandy is a person with low EQ doing her best to pull herself up on her own. She doesn't communicate because she was never taught how. But she's getting better. I think there is so much room to grow and that she'll be well rounded with prickly edges as the series progresses,” Redditor dontkeepitquiet said.

What Do Fans and Critics Think About the Show?

• On Rotten Tomatoes, Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage has 89% from critics and 64% from viewers.
• On IMDb, Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage has 6.9/10.

Where to Stream Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage?

Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage is streaming on Paramount Plus. The final episode of the season premiers on May 15.