Yes, Norma Bates is apparently dead, having been killed by her son Normans hand and a bunch of carbon monoxide.
Bates Motel will be back for what will certainly be a bonkers Season 4 finale on Monday, May 16, on A&E.
The emotional response could definitely be everyones reactions to Norma being dead, or whoever actually finds out about it.
Plus, the last season of Bates Motel shouldnt just be Norma avoiding Norman out of fear and possible hatred, since their weirdo relationship is what makes this show.