Okay, let's talk Big. Specifically, why did Mr. Big, that commitment-phobe-turned-doting-husband, kick the bucket in "And Just Like That..."? It was... unexpected, to say the least.
The official story? A heart attack. Brought on by...exercise? Seriously? This is New York, not a marathon training camp!
A Peloton Problem?
Remember that infamous Peloton scene? Yes, that one. Big hopped on the bike, seemingly fine. A few minutes later, boom! Down he goes.
Peloton stock plummeted. The internet exploded. But was it really the bike's fault? I have my doubts.
Maybe Big's heart just gave out. He wasn't exactly a spring chicken. But I think there's more to it.
Stress and the City
Let's be real, Carrie and Big's relationship was… complicated. Remember all those breakups? The almost-marriages to other people?
Even when they were "happy," there was always a tension. A will-they-won't-they simmer beneath the surface. That takes a toll on a person!
I think the constant drama finally caught up with him. All that unspoken anxiety, manifesting as cardiac arrest.
My Unpopular Opinion
Here's my hot take: Big died of... boredom. Stay with me!
He finally "won" Carrie. They were married. Settled. Predictable. Was that truly what Big wanted?
He was a man who thrived on the chase. The game. The uncertainty. Once he had the ultimate prize, did he lose his spark?
Maybe the thrill was gone. Maybe domestic bliss wasn't as blissful as he imagined. Maybe, just maybe, his heart simply wasn't in it anymore.
Think about it. No more late nights at jazz clubs, no more chasing fleeting passions. Just… dinners and quiet evenings in a fancy apartment.
The Unseen Pressure
Carrie is wonderful, of course. But imagine trying to live up to "Carrie Bradshaw's husband" title. The pressure!
Every outfit, every social event, every public appearance. You're constantly scrutinized. Is my tie crooked? Am I smiling enough?
Maybe Big just couldn't handle being a supporting character in Carrie's fabulous life. Maybe he needed to be the star again, even if that meant… checking out.
A Convenient Exit?
Okay, conspiracy time. Did the writers *want* Big gone? For Carrie's storyline, I mean.
His death freed her up. She could grieve, date, and rediscover herself. It opened up endless possibilities for the show.
Was it a little… harsh? Definitely. But from a writing perspective, it made sense. A clean slate for Carrie Bradshaw.
So, did Big die from a heart attack? Sure, technically. But I think the *real* reasons are far more interesting. Stress, boredom, and maybe a touch of writerly convenience.
Rest in peace, Big. You may be gone, but you'll always be the guy who should have just texted. And maybe, just maybe, invested in a good therapist instead of a Peloton.
