Why The Big Bang Theory Never Shows Howard's Mother (And What She Looks Like)

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Why The Big Bang Theory Never Shows Howard's Mother (And What She Looks Like)

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Why The Big Bang Theory Never Shows Howard's Mother (And What She Looks Like)

For fans of , one mystery has always loomed large: why is Howard Wolowitz’s mother, Mrs. Wolowitz, never seen on screen? Her loud, overbearing voice became a hallmark of the series, but her appearance remained a mystery throughout her 40-episode run.

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This choice wasn’t a coincidence. In fact, it was a clever nod to TV history, drawing from a rich tradition of characters who are heard but never seen.

A Classic TV Trick That Works Every Time

The decision to keep Mrs. Wolowitz off-screen harks back to a classic sitcom device.

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