Plenty of characters were at the center ofGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriageseason 1 at times, but one character’s development in particular wasn’t acknowledged, which can benefit the story inFirst Marriageseason 2. The location change from the Coopers’ house inYoung Sheldonto the McAllisters’ inFirst Marriagemade focusing on other characters possible for the latter.
The challenges that Georgie and Mandy faced were understandably the focus ofGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriageseason 1, but theYoung Sheldonspinoff also managed to exploreConnor’s perspective enough to make himFirst Marriage’s breakout character. However, Jim and Audrey were also important enough inFirst Marriageto have central storylines, and Audrey’s in particular was especially transformative.
Audrey Unwaveringly Supports Mandy & Unexpectedly Warmed Up To Georgie
While Audrey’s behavior inYoung Sheldonwas inexcusable, especially with Mandy, considering how she kicked her out and ignored her at her most vulnerable,she tried to understand her daughter’s perspective inGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriage. Not only did Audrey unwaveringly support Mandy, but she also forced herself to keep an open mind about Georgie after hearing Connor’s praise.
Audrey’s insensitive remarks didn’t completely disappear inGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriageseason 1, but it was clear that the intention that motivated her behavior was different.No matter how some of Georgie’s comments might have irked her, Audrey couldn’t ignore the good in himafter seeing it. Similarly, Audrey put supporting Mandy’s career goals and feelings first, unlike before.
Despite that, Audrey was still seen as villainous byGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriageseason 1’s ending. InFirst Marriageseason 1, episode 20, Georgie’s Mother’s Day poem for Mandy included a reference to being sorry she had to spend it with Audrey. Her protests against Mary’s attacks were seen as unreasonable, even if Mary behaved as badly as her.
Dealing with Mary and Connie brought out the worst in Audrey inGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriageseason 1’s second half, but apart from them, she was surprisingly and relatively gentle when the McAllisters were involved.
Even if Audrey proved herself and showed how much she had changed for the better regarding supporting her entire family, Georgie included,Mandy and Georgie never gave Audrey the benefit of the doubt. Like them, everyone among the McAllisters and the Coopers expected the worst from Audrey, as if she were always disagreeable, unable to have the capacity for change.
Audrey’s Behavior Changed Greatly From Young Sheldon To First Marriage Season 1’s Ending
Audrey Went From Turning Her Back On Mandy To Being Her Biggest Supporter
Audrey’s behavior changed greatly throughoutGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriageseason 1. TheYoung Sheldonspinoff’s series premiere detailed the many ways in which Audrey antagonized Mandy and made Georgie’s life difficult, causing much of the initial discord in the McAllisters’ home, even if Georgie behaved wonderfully in return. However,Audrey was wholly supportive inFirst Marriageseason 1’s finale.
Audrey gradually warmed up to him, softening her stance not because of Georgie’s attempts at flattery but because she accepted she could change her mind.
Although Georgie won Jim over almost immediately inYoung Sheldon, Audrey was determined not to like her son-in-law. That was the case for a good chunk ofGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriageseason 1, until Audrey gradually warmed up to him, softening her stance not because of Georgie’s attempts at flattery but because she accepted she could change her mind.
Georgie accidentally proved his worth to Audrey time and time again. From his idea to drive the tow truck whenever somebody called, to his insistence on getting new tires for the shop,Audrey found herself welcoming and supporting Georgie’s inventiveness. Their joint venture to make McAllister Auto & Tires a welcoming place for women only cemented their seemingly friendlier bond.
Audrey’s character development even revealed itself in her relationship with Mandy. IfGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriage’s series premiere showed Audrey being purposefully harsh towards Mandy and Georgie, especially when their relationship was the topic being discussed, she toned down her cruel remarks to a minimum by the end ofFirst Marriageseason 1.
Not only that, butAudrey consistently proved herself to be Mandy’s career’s biggest supporter, showing how much she was in her corner in multiple ways. From buying her a dress to wear while covering as a weather girl to being on her side when Jim and Georgie underappreciated her work at home, Audrey truly heard Mandy and understood her.
How First Marriage Season 2 Can Acknowledge Audrey’s Big Steps Forward
Georgie & Mandy Should Stop Expecting The Worst From Audrey
AfterGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriageseason 1 showed Audrey’s change in behavior, but her family didn’t recognize it, season 2 can focus on that.First Marriageseason 1 was quick to highlight Audrey’s shortcomings, but her family not acknowledging when she was on her best behavior could aggravate her, especially if they continued to see the worst in Audrey.
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriageseason 1 didn’t show how Audrey reacted to Mandy consistently choosing Connie over the McAllisters’ advice, but it’s unlikely she would take it well.
Audrey reaching a breaking point is even more likely to happen inFirst Marriageseason 2 if Mandy doesn’t realize how much her mother changed for her sake.Audrey and Connie’s feud inGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriageseason 1, episode 19 showed how much Mandy revered Connie, taking her side despite her family being the one she threatened.
Even Georgie had suggested that Mandy not get herself involved in Connie’s illegal sportsbook business, but Mandy ignored him because of the financial rewards Connie promised and because she trusted her.Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriageseason 1 didn’t show how Audrey reacted to Mandy consistently choosing Connie over the McAllisters’ advice, but it’s unlikely she would take it well.
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriageseason 2 premieres on CBS at 8:00pm on Thursday, July 20, 2025.
Audrey calling Mandy out on her refusal to acknowledge the good she did for her daughter can thus put season 1’s best character development at the center ofGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriageseason 2. It would undoubtedly make things difficult, as they’d need to discuss Audrey’s abandonment of Mandy during Mandy’s pregnancy, but it could also improve their relationship.
