CBS Renews The Big Bang Theory for THREE More Seasons

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CBS has delivered some majorly big news to fans of The Big Bang Theory.

The network announced today that Sheldon and company will be sticking around at least through the 2016-2017 television season, renewing the small screen's highest-rated sitcom for THREE more years.

“Comedy is a big part of our schedule, and ‘The Big Bang Theory’ is the biggest comedy force on television,” said CBS Entertainment chairman Nina Tassler in a statement announcing the mega deal, adding:

“This multi-year deal further strengthens our network’s position for future seasons and marks another chapter in the great partnership CBS enjoys with Warner Bros. Television for delivering audiences the best in comedy. We’re proud to work with and showcase the incredible talents of Chuck Lorre, Steve Molaro and this amazing cast every week."

The Big Bang Theory Season 7 marks the show's most-watched season to date. It is averaging 19.79 million viewers and a 6.1 rating/19 share in adults 18-49.

Bazinga, TBBT Fanatics. Bazinga.

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TBBT Quotes

Oh, Bernadette, please play my clarinet.

Raj's poem

Sheldon: I'll have a diet Coke.
Penny: Can you please order a cocktail? I need to practice mixing drinks.
Sheldon: Fine... I'll have a virgin Cuba Libre.
Penny: That's... rum and Coke without the rum.
Sheldon: Yes, and would you make it diet?