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Emily Osment's 'Young Sheldon' Prop Led to Cracked Rib
21 Oct
Summary
- Emily Osment cracked a rib wearing a 12.5-pound prosthetic pregnancy bump.
- The actress experienced severe side pain and required hospital treatment.
- Osment's role on 'Young Sheldon' expanded from a guest spot to a regular.
Actress Emily Osment recently shared the physical challenges she faced portraying a pregnant character on 'Young Sheldon.' The twelve-and-a-half-pound silicone prosthetic used to simulate her pregnancy caused significant discomfort and ultimately led to a cracked rib. Osment required hospitalization for the intense pain in her side, which she attributed to the heavy prop.
Osment's journey on the CBS comedy began as a guest appearance for a single episode. However, her role as Mandy McAllister expanded significantly, leading to her becoming a series regular. Following the conclusion of 'Young Sheldon' in May 2026, Osment has continued her role in the spinoff series, 'Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage,' which premiered its third season on October 8, 2026.
