Who Are The New Big 3 On This Is Us

A New Trio in Town: The Next Generation of "This Is Us" is Here!

Okay, let's be real. We all ugly-cried our way through the end of This Is Us. But did you catch the subtle shift happening in the final season? Hint: think younger... much, much younger.

Forget Kate, Kevin, and Randall (though, we'll always love them!). There's a fresh batch of Big Three contenders emerging, ready to tug at our heartstrings and make us reach for the tissues again.

Meet the Next Gen: Jack, Hailey, and… Matty?

Yes, you read that right. Jack Damon (Kate and Toby's son), Hailey (Kevin's daughter), and Matty (the son of Deja and Malik) are shaping up to be the core of the next generation's story.

Think about it: These kids are already inheriting the complexities of their parents' lives. Drama and complicated family dynamics? Check and check!

Remember when we first met Jack as a baby? Now he's a young adult, played by the amazing Blake Stadnik, who, like his character, is legally blind.

His musical talent and undeniable charm have already stolen our hearts. Could he become a superstar? Probably!

Hailey: The Quiet Observer, the Future Architect

Hailey, portrayed by the adorable Adelaide Kane in flash-forwards, definitely has her uncle Kevin's good looks. But she’s got something else too: a quiet strength and an intriguing career as an architect.

She's less showy than her cousins, seemingly more grounded. Maybe she'll be the next generation's Randall, the responsible one holding everyone together? Only time will tell!

Matty: A New Addition to the Family Tree

Now, Matty is the wildcard in this new Big Three equation. As the son of Deja and Malik, he's the first to expand the group beyond the direct Pearson bloodline. That’s a huge deal!

We didn't see as much of Matty in the flash-forwards, leaving plenty of room for speculation. Will he follow in his parents' footsteps, becoming an advocate for social justice?

Why These Three? The Subtle Clues

The writers of This Is Us are masters of subtlety. Think back to all those flash-forwards. Who were we constantly checking in on?

It wasn't just about the original Big Three. We saw Jack's musical journey, Hailey's career, and glimpses of Matty's life. These weren't random choices.

These characters have already been laid down as anchors for the future. The focus on them hints at a continuation of the Pearson legacy, but with a fresh twist.

What Does It All Mean?

So, what's the point of all this "new Big Three" talk? It means the stories of family, love, and loss are far from over. They're just evolving.

Even without a direct sequel (yet!), the groundwork is there. The next chapter is waiting to be written, focusing on these young adults as they navigate their own complex lives.

Who knows, maybe one day we'll see This Is Us: The Next Generation. And we'll be ready with our tissues!

Until then, let's appreciate the beautiful, messy, and heartwarming legacy of the Pearsons. Because family, in all its forms, is always worth celebrating.