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'Big Bang Theory' Season 9 Finale Cliffhanger Ending Explained by Showrunner

SPOILER ALERT – Do not continue reading if you don’t want to be spoiled on The Big Bang Theory finale!

The season nine finale for CBS’ smash hit comedy series The Big Bang Theory aired on Thursday night (May 12) and now showrunner Steve Molaro is explaining the cliffhanger ending.

The episode had the introduction of Judd Hirsch as Alfred, the father of Johnny Galecki‘s character Leonard.

“It started a few months back when Johnny and Judd met [at NBC's James Burrows tribute] and started talking and Judd expressed an interest in playing Leonard’s father. We thought he was amazing as Alfred. We started wondering how and why he comes to town and what could be fun about that,” Steve told The Hollywood Reporter about how the new role came about.

Click inside for spoilers on the cliffhanger and an explanation for what happened… More Here! »

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Gerard Butler & Gavin Rossdale: Ermenegildo Zegna Global Store Opening

Gerard Butler and Gavin Rossdale suit up for the Ermenegildo Zegna Global Store Opening on Thursday night (November 7) in Beverly Hills, Calif.

The guys were joined at the event by Jeremy Renner, Joe Jonas, Joe Manganiello, Zelda Williams, Jim Parsons, Edward Norton, and Ethan Peck.

PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Gerard Butler

The day before, Gerard sported a cool pair of aviator sunglasses while out and about on Rodeo Drive with two guy pals.

15+ pictures inside of Gavin Rossdale, Gerard Butler, Jeremy Renner, and more at the Ermenegildo Zegna Global Store Opening….More Here! »

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