Is Steve Brady's Potential Death a Serious Offense to His Persona?
In the next season of "And Just Like That," one of the most cherished characters in the "Sex and the City" universe may meet an untimely end. Widespread rumors regarding who might be leaving "And Just Like That" have been aroused by the recent sighting of the group dressed entirely in black, appearing to attend a funeral. While it makes sense for a character to pass away as they age and navigate their 50s and 60s, killing off another major character so soon after Carrie's husband Big passed away felt like a controversial move done again. However, this time, Miranda Hobbes's long-suffering husband Steve Brady is the suspected victim.
An Imaginary Tool to Bring Carrie and Aidan Back Together?
Steve Brady appears to have been the one to die away, based on pictures of the cast taken while they were wearing black. Carrie's on-again, off-again love interest Aidan Shaw is visible in the photos, which has fueled more rumors. His attendance at a funeral, especially what appears to be Steve's, raises the possibility of a storyline change in the next season. Steve's passing might be a plot device used to make Aidan and Carrie face their complicated relationship and possibly rekindle their love.
Is Steve's Story Coming to an End?
In the larger context of the "Sex and the City" universe, Steve's story seems to have come to a logical end. Steve opened a hot dog and clam stand on Coney Island as a way to start a new chapter in his life after going through a difficult divorce from Miranda. Since his plot, which was connected to Miranda's journey, is now complete, Steve's passing seems pointless. Even if the story might advance as a result of Steve's death, it would be an extreme and possibly unsuitable way to end the series, especially given his recent sense of serenity and self-discovery.
The Decline of Steve Brady's Manhood
To put it mildly, Steve's treatment in the "And Just Like That" revival has generated controversy. There has been emotional turbulence and a sense of betrayal in Steve's tale following a turbulent relationship and a contentious divorce from Miranda. He was left to handle the remnants of a shattered marriage, while Miranda pursued a new romance with Che. For a character who has already endured so much, his death would be a cruel and callous conclusion, especially after such a traumatic and dehumanizing event.
An Improved Way to Close Steve's Tale
A character that is now on the sidelines would be eliminated with Steve's passing. His tale has essentially come to an end, and he is not a major character in the plot of the show. Steve would be better off staying on Coney Island and enjoying his newfound bliss. His departure from the program would free Miranda to fully explore her new connection and her developing identity, allowing her journey to progress without the burden of his presence. "And Just Like That" may have chosen to just let Steve live his life, allowing him to find peace and closure after a turbulent era, rather of going for a spectacular and unnecessary death.
