Kaley Christine Cuoco was born on November 30, 1985, in Camarillo, California, to Gary Carmine Cuoco, a realtor, and Layne Ann (Wingate), a homemaker. She is of Italian, English, and German descent. Cuoco began her career as a child actress and model.
Cuoco began her acting career in the early 1990s, appearing in television commercials and minor roles. Her early work included roles in films like “Virtuosity” (1995) and “Picture Perfect” (1997), as well as television series such as “Northern Exposure” and “My So-Called Life.” A significant early role was in the television movie “Quicksilver Highway” (1997).
Cuoco gained significant recognition for her role as Bridget Hennessy in the sitcom “8 Simple Rules” (2002-2005). Following the cancellation of “8 Simple Rules,” she secured a starring role as Billie Jenkins in the final season of the WB series “Charmed” (2005-2006). However, her most prominent role came with the CBS sitcom “The Big Bang Theory”.
Cuoco played Penny, a waitress and aspiring actress, in “The Big Bang Theory” (2007-2019). This role garnered her widespread acclaim, numerous award nominations, and cemented her status as a leading comedic actress. Her portrayal of Penny evolved significantly throughout the series’ twelve seasons, contributing to the show’s enduring popularity.
Following “The Big Bang Theory,” Cuoco transitioned to producing and starring in projects that showcase her versatility. She executive produced and starred in the HBO Max series “The Flight Attendant” (2020-2022), earning critical acclaim and multiple award nominations, including Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series. She also voiced Harley Quinn in the animated series “Harley Quinn” (2019-present), which she also executive produces. In 2023, she starred in the