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Sarah Jessica Parker Opens Up About Mr. Big’s Death In And Just Like That Nearly 4 Years Later

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In a recent update, Sarah Jessica Parker (SATC’s Carrie Bradshaw) has opened up about the experience of filming ‘And Just Like That…’ following the heartbreaking demise of her on-screen husband, Mr. Big (Chris Noth). When the news broke about a revival for ‘Sex and the City’, fans were left wondering how Carrie’s relationship with Big would unfold. Over six seasons and two films, their tumultuous love story became emblematic of the “will they, won’t they?” dynamic, as they navigated infidelity, multiple breakups, and other marital entanglements only to find their way back to each other.

Despite the couple seemingly stabilizing their relationship in the pilot of “And Just Like That”, the series had a different path planned for Carrie and Big. After a tender moment at home, Big suffered a heart attack, and Carrie arrived too late to prevent it. The scene where she discovers her husband is deeply moving, so it’s understandable that Parker found it challenging to portray such a significant change. In an interview with E! News, the actress admitted that accepting this storyline was “extremely difficult” and left her feeling “adrift”.

Closing a significant chapter in life was incredibly challenging on both personal and professional fronts; it wasn’t just a minor setback, but a major artery that would be difficult to replace. Parting ways with it was truly heartbreaking. It wasn’t essential for my wellbeing, but this remarkable tale had enriched my life for many years.

How Big’s Death Affected The Sex And The City Revival

Carrie Enters A New Era Of Her Life In And Just Like That

A significant part of Carrie’s persona revolved around John “Mr. Big” Preston in the series Sex and the City. Despite her relationships with (and proposals from) other men, he remained the central figure in her life. Their bond, though occasionally toxic, also allowed them to grow together. It’s worth noting that Big wasn’t the only flawed individual in their relationship, but their marriage demonstrated a mutual dependence. For a while at least, they found happiness together.

In light of Parker’s heartfelt sorrow over Big’s demise, which was deeply rooted in their profound connection, this brave narrative decision has opened up an opportunity for Carrie to explore her identity independent of him. With or without his influence, he had a dominant role in her life. How might her life unfold without his dominating presence? What new relationships could she form? If Big were still alive, the series may have continued repeating old patterns, with them constantly orbiting each other without finding a definitive resolution.

Our Take On Carrie Bradshaw’s New Life In And Just Like That

Has Carrie Truly Moved On From Big’s Death?

The question arises: Has Carrie actually moved forward with her life? There’s much discussion about how And Just Like That reintroduced these characters, but Big’s death significantly altered Carrie. Therefore, one may ponder why she has returned to someone so closely connected to her and Big’s relationship. To put it simply, her renewed romance with Aidan Shaw (John Corbett) could be seen as a means of preserving a time when Big was still involved in her life. He essentially played a role in her and Aidan’s relationship.

As a dedicated movie reviewer, I found myself captivated by the intriguing decision to pause Carrie and Aidan’s romance for five years in ‘And Just Like That’ season 3, allowing their story to take a fresh, exhilarating turn – perhaps introducing a new love interest. However, it seems inevitable that they might struggle to maintain this distance throughout the series, given the franchise’s penchant for reigniting familiar romantic sparks. The daring and courageous move to end Big’s life was undeniably impactful, as evidenced by Sarah Jessica Parker’s heart-wrenching performance. Yet, I can’t help but wonder if ‘And Just Like That…’ has fully capitalized on this powerful narrative shift.

And Just Like That season 3 airs weekly, each Thursday on HBO Max.

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2025-05-30 14:07

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