Who does Liza end up with in 'Younger'? The series finale explained
Who does Liza end up with in 'Younger'? Liza Miller doesn’t officially end up with anyone in the series finale. Her relationship with Charles falls apart again, confirming they aren’t meant to be. She walks away and ends up at a bar, unexpectedly running into her ex, Josh, just like they first met. The series leaves Liza’s romantic future open to interpretation.
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Key takeaways
- Liza doesn’t officially end up with anyone in the series finale.
- Liza doesn’t end up with Josh or Charles, but the final scene hints at a possible reconnection with Josh.
- Liza never gets pregnant in Younger, but she has a pregnancy scare in season three.
- Liza is a 40-year-old single mom who pretends to be 26 to land a job in publishing.
- Liza's double life challenges her personal and professional integrity, forcing her to face the cost of deception.
Who does Liza end up with in 'Younger'?
Liza's love story ended somewhat uncertainly, as she didn’t end up with anyone definitively. Her relationship with Charles hit another dead end. She then went to a bar, where fate had her crossing paths with her ex, just like that fateful night when they first met.
Earlier in the episode, Liza and Charles exchanged "I love you" messages after reconciling. But reality hit hard, and they admitted they couldn’t make it work. It was a bittersweet breakup, but mutual. Charles headed off to a writing retreat and asked Liza to take over Empirical Press in his absence, a huge gesture of trust.
Later, Liza met up with friends at a bar, struggling to catch the bartender’s attention. That’s when Josh stepped in, ever the saviour. "I didn’t see you there," Liza remarked. "Really?" Josh answered. "Because I’ve been right here, by your side all along." This perfect full-circle moment left the door open for a future with Josh.
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Who does Liza date in season 6?
In season six, Liza is in a relationship with Charles Brooks, the CEO of Empirical Press. In episode six, to sign author Travis Jason, who is writing a book on substance use, Charles and Liza attend a "medicinal" retreat hosted by Jason.
At the retreat, they unexpectedly run into Josh, Travis’s friend. After experiencing hallucinogenic effects, Liza opens up about her feelings for both men to a nurse and hallucinates a surreal dance with them.
After the retreat, Charles makes a huge decision. He sells Mercury to Kelsey for just one dollar, to work alongside Liza and focus on mending his strained relationships with her family, Kelsey, and Diana.
In episode 12, Charles invites Liza and Caitlin to join him and his daughters on vacation. This is another step forward in his relationship with Liza. During a wedding celebration, while dancing to "their" song, Charles proposes to Liza. But just as Liza is about to respond, Kelsey accepts Charles’s earlier offer, leaving the episode on a dramatic cliffhanger.
When do Liza and Charles get together?
Liza and Charles officially become a couple in Season four of Younger. However, their romantic tension simmers from early on. It starts with a kiss in the season two finale, followed by a slow dance and another kiss at the Hamptons Book Fair in season three, episode 11.
But it’s in season four that they finally take the plunge. Charles chooses to stay with Liza even after discovering her real age. From that moment, their romance becomes a central storyline through seasons four, five, and six.
Does Liza get pregnant in Younger?
Liza never gets pregnant in Younger, but she has a pregnancy scare in season three. It happens during her on-again-off-again relationship with Josh. The moment adds emotional weight to their dynamic, especially since Josh later expresses a desire to have a family with her.
Interestingly, that scare becomes a turning point. It prompts deeper conversations about life goals, age, and compatibility. And while Liza doesn’t end up having another child, the storyline underscores the tension between her youthful facade and real-life responsibilities.
What happens to Liza in Younger?
Lisa spends years pretending to be in her 20s to relaunch her career. Finally, she proves herself in the publishing world and rises through the ranks at Empirical Press.
Along the way, she forms deep friendships. She navigates two major romantic relationships: one with Josh, a much younger tattoo artist, and another with Charles, her boss and the head of Empirical.
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In season seven, Liza and Charles try again to make their relationship work. Despite their love for each other, they ultimately realise they’re not compatible in the long run.
Their breakup is mutual and respectful, and Charles steps down from his role at Empirical to focus on writing. Liza remains at the company, grows in her role and solidifies her place as a respected leader in publishing.
The series Younger finale ends on a subtle but meaningful note. Liza is at a bar with friends, struggling to get the bartender’s attention, when Josh steps in to help, just like he did the night they first met.
The moment mirrors the show’s very beginning and hints at the possibility of a renewed connection between them. However, it doesn’t confirm anything outright. Ultimately, Liza doesn’t officially end up with anyone romantically.
FAQs about the Younger series
- What is Younger about? Younger is about Liza Miller, a 40-year-old single mom who pretends to be 26 to land a job in publishing. The series explores her double life, romantic entanglements, and the challenges of keeping her secret.
- Why did Liza lie about her age? Liza lied about her age to re-enter the publishing industry after years out of the workforce. She had been repeatedly rejected for jobs due to her age.
- How many seasons of Younger are there? Younger has seven seasons, with a total of 84 episodes.
- Where can one watch Younger? You can watch Younger on streaming platforms like Netflix, Paramount+, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video (depending on your region).
- Who are the main characters in Younger? The main characters in Younger include: Liza Miller (Sutton Foster), Josh (Nico Tortorella), Charles Brooks (Peter Hermann), Kelsey Peters (Hilary Duff), Diana Trout (Miriam Shor), Lauren Heller (Molly Bernard), and Maggie Amato (Debi Mazar).
- Is Younger based on a book? Yes. Younger is based on the 2005 novel Younger by Pamela Redmond Satran, though the show expands beyond the original story.
Final word
Who does Liza end up with in 'Younger'? The series leaves Liza’s romantic future open. While she doesn’t officially end up with Josh or Charles, the final scene hints at a possible reconnection with Josh. More importantly, Liza finishes the series focused on her career, friendships, and personal growth.
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