Emily Osment requested an intimacy coordinator on the set of Young Sheldon due to the significant age difference.

Emily Osment felt uncomfortable filming romantic scenes with 12-year-younger Montana Jordan in "Young Sheldon" and requested an intimacy coordinator. At the time, Osment was 30 and Jordan was only 18. This information comes from Jessica Radloff's new book about the series, where cast and creators share behind-the-scenes insights. Osment joined the cast in season five as Mandy McAllister, who develops a romantic relationship with Sheldon’s brother, Georgie. She specifically felt uneasy about their kissing scenes, describing Jordan as looking too young. Although a coordinator couldn't be provided for their first scenes, one was arranged for subsequent episodes, easing the situation. Director Alex Reid noted that both actors were tense during their initial scenes due to their lack of familiarity. Their storyline eventually became significant enough to warrant a spin-off.