“The Big Bang Theory” Cast Behind the Scenes: Their Biggest Secrets Revealed

The Big Bang Theory cast behind the scenes is as compelling and intermittently funny as it is on the small screen. But not everything IRL is as rosy and Hollywood-happy-ending as the series itself.

Previous acting roles, secret but intriguing friendships, hidden affairs, and pay disputes have been bubbling below the surface for years. And now The Big Bang Theory is getting ready to wrap up its run.

So here are some of the funnest facts and juiciest secrets about the show and its stars…

Jim Parsons: The Man Behind Sheldon

Huston-born Jim Parsons is one of the highest-paid TV actors in the world, famous for playing an uptight genius nerd.

What you might not know is that he’s very good friends with another former sitcom poster boy…

“Garden State”

Parsons has been friends with “Scrubs” star Zach Braff for years. Long before Parsons hit it big, he appeared in a bit part in Braff’s indie hit, “Garden State.”

The Nervous “Hidden Figures” Star

Parsons was initially hesitant to take on his role in the 2016 movie “Hidden Figures.” His reason? He didn’t want people to associate him with the unlikeable, bigoted character that he plays in the film.

Kaley Cuoco: Penny

Kaley Cuoco plays Penny, the only main character in “The Big Bang Theory” who doesn’t have a last name.

But this is hardly Cuoco’s first time on a sitcom…