Jamie Lee Curtis is standing firm on her assertion that the acclaimed series The Bear is drawing to a close after its forthcoming fifth season. The 67-year-old Oscar-winning actress made the initial claim in an Instagram post on February 17, and she reiterated her stance during a recent public appearance.
Curtis Doubles Down at Scarpetta Premiere
On Tuesday night, at the premiere of her new show Scarpetta alongside co-star Nicole Kidman in New York City, Curtis was questioned by Access Hollywood about the potential ending of The Bear. When the reporter noted that people interpreted her earlier comments as confirmation of the show's conclusion, Curtis responded with apparent exasperation.
'But everybody’s confirmed the show is ending. I don’t understand why that’s such a big deal,' Curtis stated. 'Unless I’m gonna get a call from all the people saying, "You just told everyone," I think everybody understood that it was the last season of the show.'
She added humorously, 'If it isn’t, then I’ve completely blown it.'
Background and Fan Reactions
Curtis first hinted at the show's conclusion in a February 17 Instagram post, where she shared a photo with co-star Abby Elliott, who plays her daughter Natalie on the series. In the caption, she wrote about 'completing the story of this extraordinary family that we have all fallen in love with,' which fans quickly interpreted as signaling the end of The Bear.
Comments on the post included questions like 'Are we on the final season omg,' and 'Last season confirmed?' showcasing widespread speculation among viewers.
Official Status and Show Details
The Daily Mail has reached out to FX for comment, but as of now, there has been no official announcement regarding the conclusion of The Bear. The series, which airs on FX on Hulu, stars Jeremy Allen White as Carmen 'Carmy' Berzatto, a haute cuisine chef who returns to Chicago to transform his late brother's struggling Italian beef sandwich shop into a fine-dining establishment called The Bear.
Curtis has been a recurring character since season two, portraying Carmy's anxiety-inducing mother, Donna. The show also features Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Ayo Edebiri in key roles.
Renewal and Narrative Clues
Season four of The Bear premiered in June 2025, and FX announced a renewal for a fifth season the following month. However, this announcement did not mention any potential end to the series, which is expected to premiere later this year.
It remains unclear whether Curtis's claim that 'everybody’s confirmed the show is ending' refers to private discussions among the cast and crew. Notably, show creator Chris Storer has not indicated an impending conclusion, and neither White nor Edebiri has made similar statements.
Nevertheless, season four featured a significant narrative development with Carmy deciding to leave The Bear, potentially hinting at the show's finale. This plot point has fueled further speculation about the series' future.
As fans await official word, Curtis's persistent comments continue to stir debate and anticipation regarding the fate of this beloved television drama.
