Kaley Cuoco SaysBig Bang TheoryWas 'Some of the Best Years of My Life' — and Teases Reprising Her Role (Exclusive)

Mar. 15, 2025

Kaley Cuoco in April 2024, Kaley Cuoco as Penny in ‘The Big Bang Theory.'.Photo:JC Olivera/Variety via Getty Images, Michael Yarish/CBS via Getty Images

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Kaley Cuocowill always have a place in her heart forThe Big Bang Theory.While chatting exclusively with PEOPLE, the actress, 38, opens up about her time starring in the popular CBS sitcom.“I spent 12 years playing that role, and it really set off my career. I owe a lot to that character, to that show, to [creator]Chuck Lorre,” she says. “It was some of the best years of my life, and some of the most fun I’ve ever had.“When asked if she would ever be open to reprising her character of Penny, Cuoco admits, “I would absolutely reprise that role.““100%,” adds the star, who has partnered withSubaruto celebrate National Make a Dog’s Day on Oct. 22. “I love that character, and I always will.“Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.Kaley Cuoco in ‘The Big Bang Theory.'.Sonja Flemming/CBS via Getty ImagesThe Big Bang Theory, which followed a group of science-loving friends in California, ran from 2007 to 2019 and scored 10 Emmy wins throughout its time on television.Along with Cuoco, the series starredJim Parsons,Mayim Bialik, Simon Helberg, Kunal Nayyar andJohnny Galecki, among others.The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now!A spinoff prequel,Young Sheldon, which was based on Parsons’ character,Sheldon Cooper, was released in 2017. That show, starringIain Armitagein the lead role, ended earlier this year.Young Sheldonthen launched another spinoff,Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, which debuted on Oct. 17. Meanwhile, a Max spinoff ofThe Big Bang Theorystarring Kevin Sussman, Brian Posehn and Lauren Lapkus is currently in talks,multipleoutletsreported.Kaley Cuoco (left) and Jim Parsons (right) in ‘The Big Bang Theory.'.Cliff Lipson/CBS via Getty ImagesCurrently, Cuoco has another passion project lined up — the second season of her Peacock seriesBased on a True Story.The show follows “a realtor, a former tennis star and a plumber” who “seize a unique opportunity to capitalize on America’s obsession with true crime,” perIMDB.“I am so excited about it,” Cuoco tells PEOPLE. “We had such a great time shooting season 1, and I think that we made an even better season 2.““It’s very funny. It’s very dark … and I’m thrilled,” themother-of-onecontinues.The Big Bang Theoryis available to stream on Max.Based on a True Story’s season 2 will premiere on Peacock on Nov. 21.

Kaley Cuocowill always have a place in her heart forThe Big Bang Theory.

While chatting exclusively with PEOPLE, the actress, 38, opens up about her time starring in the popular CBS sitcom.

“I spent 12 years playing that role, and it really set off my career. I owe a lot to that character, to that show, to [creator]Chuck Lorre,” she says. “It was some of the best years of my life, and some of the most fun I’ve ever had.”

When asked if she would ever be open to reprising her character of Penny, Cuoco admits, “I would absolutely reprise that role.”

“100%,” adds the star, who has partnered withSubaruto celebrate National Make a Dog’s Day on Oct. 22. “I love that character, and I always will.”

Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.

Kaley Cuoco in ‘The Big Bang Theory.'.Sonja Flemming/CBS via Getty Images

Sonja Flemming/CBS via Getty Images

The Big Bang Theory, which followed a group of science-loving friends in California, ran from 2007 to 2019 and scored 10 Emmy wins throughout its time on television.

Along with Cuoco, the series starredJim Parsons,Mayim Bialik, Simon Helberg, Kunal Nayyar andJohnny Galecki, among others.

The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now!

A spinoff prequel,Young Sheldon, which was based on Parsons’ character,Sheldon Cooper, was released in 2017. That show, starringIain Armitagein the lead role, ended earlier this year.

Young Sheldonthen launched another spinoff,Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, which debuted on Oct. 17. Meanwhile, a Max spinoff ofThe Big Bang Theorystarring Kevin Sussman, Brian Posehn and Lauren Lapkus is currently in talks,multipleoutletsreported.

Kaley Cuoco (left) and Jim Parsons (right) in ‘The Big Bang Theory.'.Cliff Lipson/CBS via Getty Images

Cliff Lipson/CBS via Getty Images

Currently, Cuoco has another passion project lined up — the second season of her Peacock seriesBased on a True Story.

The show follows “a realtor, a former tennis star and a plumber” who “seize a unique opportunity to capitalize on America’s obsession with true crime,” perIMDB.

“I am so excited about it,” Cuoco tells PEOPLE. “We had such a great time shooting season 1, and I think that we made an even better season 2.”

“It’s very funny. It’s very dark … and I’m thrilled,” themother-of-onecontinues.

The Big Bang Theoryis available to stream on Max.Based on a True Story’s season 2 will premiere on Peacock on Nov. 21.

source: people.com