Rhiannon Hendricks
The Big Bang Theory has had its fair share of weddings, with three main couples tying the knot. The first was Howard and Bernadette, who had an impromptu ceremony due to Howard's unexpected space launch. The second was Leonard and Penny, who eloped to Las Vegas in the season 8 finale and later had a second wedding ceremony with friends and family. The third and most popular wedding was between Sheldon and Amy, which was a big splashy affair with a huge white dress. Sheldon and Amy's wedding was also notable for its unique touches, such as having Wil Wheaton officiate and including a nod to Sheldon's father.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Season | 11 |
| Episode | 24 |
| Couple | Sheldon and Amy |
| Episode Name | Shamy Wedding |
| Episode Type | Season Finale |
| Episode Duration | 44 minutes |
| Guest Stars | Oscar winner Kathy Bates, Star Wars icon Mark Hamill, Teller |
| Couple's Children | Yes |
| Couple's Vows | Yes |
| Couple's Relationship | Amy knew from the moment she saw Sheldon that there was something special. |
| Couple's Conversation Before Wedding | Sheldon and Amy discussed how to raise their children. |
| Couple's Dress | Amy wore a huge white dress. |
| Couple's Family | Amy met Sheldon's family for the first time. |
| Couple's Friends | Penny, Wil Wheaton, Stuart, Leonard, Howard |
| Couple's Gifts | A gift from Stephen Hawking |
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What You'll Learn
Leonard and Penny's wedding
The wedding ceremony itself was live-streamed, with Sheldon goading Amy into revealing their breakup in the middle of the event. This clash between Amy's naivete and Sheldon's coldness fell flat with viewers, who felt it was petty and callous. Additionally, the absence of wedding preparations and the inclusion of a storyline about Leonard kissing another woman contributed to the episode's unpopularity.
Due to the disappointing response to their first wedding, Leonard and Penny were given a second wedding in season 10, episode 1, "The Conjugal Conjecture." This ceremony was designed to be the wedding fans had dreamed of, with a romantic outdoor setting and Penny in a beautiful knee-length white gown. The couple was surrounded by friends and family, including Penny's mother and brother, who made their first appearance on the show. Bernadette officiated the ceremony, and Amy played the harp.
The second wedding also served as a renewal of the couple's vows, allowing them to include their loved ones and address the disappointment caused by their initial elopement. This time, the wedding was well-received, giving fans the satisfying conclusion to Leonard and Penny's relationship arc that they had been waiting for.
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Sheldon and Amy's wedding
Season 11 of "The Big Bang Theory" focused on Sheldon and Amy's engagement and wedding planning. The couple faced challenges, with Sheldon initially finding the wedding planning stressful. However, they eventually divided the tasks among themselves and their friends, ensuring that their closest friends could be part of their big day.
The wedding episode, titled "The Bow Tie Asymmetry", aired on May 10, 2018, as the season 11 finale. It featured a star-studded guest list, including Mark Hamill as the wedding officiant, Kathy Bates and Teller as Amy's parents, and Jerry O'Connell, Laurie Metcalf, and Courtney Henggeler as members of Sheldon's family. Will Wheaton, a former star of "Star Trek: The Next Generation", also reprised his role.
In the episode, Sheldon and Amy's families arrive, and everyone is focused on ensuring the wedding arrangements go according to plan—everyone except the bride and groom. Despite the challenges and stress of wedding planning, Sheldon and Amy finally tie the knot, surrounded by their loved ones and friends. The episode also included a special tag featuring a wedding present from Hawking with a unique engraving, which was cut from the on-air broadcast but can be found online.
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Howard and Bernadette's wedding
In the lead-up to the wedding, Howard and Bernadette encounter several challenges. Bernadette's father expects Howard to sign a prenup, which causes some tension. Additionally, after seeing a video from Howard's bachelor party, Bernadette learns about his past behaviour and almost calls off the wedding. Furthermore, Howard's plans to go to space are brought forward, prompting the couple to arrange a last-minute wedding before his departure.
The wedding itself is filled with memorable moments. Each of Howard and Bernadette's friends gives a speech, and there is a brief argument between Leonard and Penny about Leonard's proposal to Penny. Sheldon attempts to deliver his vows in Klingon, but Bernadette stops him. The episode ends with Howard and Bernadette sharing their first kiss as a married couple, surrounded by their loved ones.
After the wedding, Howard and Bernadette navigate the challenges of married life. They deal with issues like deciding where to live, adjusting to parenthood, and balancing their careers and family responsibilities. Despite the ups and downs, they ultimately prove to have one of the strongest marriages on the show, with Howard demonstrating a deep understanding of his wife's needs.
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Raj's sister Priya's wedding
Raj's sister, Priya Koothrappali, was introduced in season four of The Big Bang Theory as a singleton looking for love. She is Raj's younger sister and a former on-again, off-again girlfriend of Leonard. She is also an intelligent lawyer, certified to practice law in three different countries, and was top of her class at Cambridge University.
Priya's relationship with Leonard causes consternation in his future wife, Penny. The pair continue their relationship when Priya moves back to India, but the long distance ends up driving a wedge between them, and they eventually break up. After season five, Priya is not seen again, but in season 10, episode 16, Raj's father mentions that five of his six children are married and self-sufficient. Since Raj is not married, viewers discover that Priya must have settled down after her relationship with Leonard ended.
One fan on Reddit commented on this detail, writing: "Even though we don’t hear much about Priya after she and Leonard broke up, in S10E16 Raj’s dad says to Raj that out of his six children, five are married, which means Priya is married." Another fan replied, "Well, she did cheat on Leonard with her ex when she went back to India, so my assumption was that she married him."
While Priya's wedding is not shown on-screen, her marriage is implied through the dialogue between Raj's father and Raj in season 10, episode 16. It is possible that Raj never mentioned Priya's marriage to his friends to spare Leonard's feelings following their messy break-up.
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Leonard and Penny's second ceremony
Leonard and Penny's second wedding ceremony, titled "The Conjugal Conjecture", took place in the season 10 premiere of The Big Bang Theory. The episode gave fans the wedding they had been waiting for, as the couple's first wedding was a low-key elopement to Las Vegas.
The second ceremony was more formal and traditional, with Penny walking down the aisle on her father's arm, and the couple's friends and family in attendance. Penny's father proudly escorted her to the altar, where she joined Leonard, and the ceremony was officiated by Bernadette.
The episode included humorous moments, such as Stuart crying at the wedding, and Sheldon discussing STDs among the elderly with his mother. Penny also acknowledged the couple's first wedding in Vegas, saying:
> "Okay, I understand everyone’s a little tense today, so I’m just gonna get to the important stuff. Leonard standing here with you in front of our family and friends is bringing up a lot of feelings. Like what a good idea it was to elope the first time. But also how incredibly happy you make me. Thank you for marrying me."
The ceremony also included scientific vows from Leonard, which impressed Penny, and music from Amy, who played "The Wedding March" on her harp.
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Frequently asked questions
Sheldon and Amy's wedding takes place in Season 11, Episode 24.
The episode features Amy meeting Sheldon's family for the first time, including his mother, brother, and grandmother, who is notably absent from the wedding. It also includes a surprise appearance by Mark Hamill and a gift from Stephen Hawking.
Leonard and Penny get married in the Season 9 premiere after eloping to Las Vegas in the Season 8 finale. They decide to have a second wedding ceremony with family and friends in the Season 9 finale.
Yes, Howard and Bernadette also get married in the show. Their wedding is impromptu as Howard has to leave for space, so they decide to get married quickly before he launches.
