Remember when ‘The Big Bang Theory’ was the geeky cornerstone of our TV lives? Ah, those were the days. But just like that last slice of cold pizza, all good things must come to an end. So, what have our favorite socially awkward scientists been up to since they left the comfort of their comic book-laden apartments? Let’s find out!
Jim Parsons (Sheldon Cooper)
Jim Parsons, the man who brought to life the iconic Sheldon Cooper, has been far from idle. After wrapping up his time on ‘The Big Bang Theory’, Parsons took to the stage and screen with the zeal of a man on a caffeine binge. He’s been seen in a slew of acting gigs, from Broadway shows like ‘An Act of God’ and ‘The Boys in the Band’ to the Off-Broadway revival of ‘A Man of No Importance’. Parsons, the Emmy-winning star of “Big Bang Theory,” most recently appeared onstage in the 2022 Off-Broadway revival of “A Man of No Importance.”
And let’s not forget, he’s also lending his voice to ‘Young Sheldon’ and producing projects like Bialik’s ‘Call Me Kat’. Talk about a busy bee!
Johnny Galecki (Leonard Hofstadter)
Oh, Johnny Galecki, where art thou? Since taking off Leonard’s glasses, it seems Galecki has been enjoying some personal milestones. He welcomed a baby boy with his then-girlfriend in 2019 and has been keeping a relatively low profile since. While we don’t have specifics on his current projects, we know he’s been living life beyond the lens. Galecki announced the arrival of his first child, a baby boy, with then-girlfriend Alaina Meyer in December 2019.
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Our dear Kaley Cuoco, who once served us laughs as Penny, is now serving mystery and drama in ‘The Flight Attendant’. She’s not just acting; she’s also an executive producer through her company Yes, Norman Productions. Kaley Cuoco voicing Harley Quinn on HBO Max and anchoring that platform’s now-defunct comedic thriller The Flight Attendant.
From voicing Harley Quinn to navigating turbulent skies onscreen, Cuoco is proving that she’s got more than one trick up her sleeve.
Simon Helberg (Howard Wolowitz)
Say goodbye to belt buckles and turtlenecks; Simon Helberg is all about the drama now. After earning a Golden Globe nod for ‘Florence Foster Jenkins’, he’s continued to show his range with roles in ‘Annette’ and an enigmatic new series called ‘Poker Face’. Simon Helberg is the latest cast member to sign on for the upcoming series Poker Face, which is being somewhat cloaked in mystery by co-creators Natasha Lyonne (Russian Doll) and Rian Johnson (Knives Out).
It seems Howard Wolowitz was just a warm-up act for Helberg’s true dramatic chops.
Kunal Nayyar (Raj Koothrappali)
Kunal Nayyar may have shed Raj’s selective mutism, but he’s definitely not keeping quiet these days. Nayyar is taking center stage as the main character in ‘The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry’. With filming underway, he seems to be enjoying every bit of this new adventure. 6 am, another plane, another city, another adventure. Spreading love one place at a time. Coming to a cinema near you;)
, he shared about his bustling schedule.
Mayim Bialik (Amy Farrah Fowler)
Mayim Bialik, our beloved Amy Farrah Fowler, has been flexing her intellectual prowess both onscreen and off. She’s taken on hosting duties for ‘Jeopardy!’ and directed her first film ‘As They Made Us’, reuniting with her TBBT co-star Simon Helberg. Her approach seems as practical as it is passionate. I think one of the things that worked so well for us as actor partners, and maybe as producing partners too, is that we’re not overly sentimental as humans, which I think is helpful
, Bialik mused about her collaborative dynamic with Parsons.
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette Rostenkowski-Wolowitz)
Last but certainly not least, Melissa Rauch, known for her portrayal of Bernadette with a voice that could cut glass, has been making waves as an executive producer and star of the rebooted ‘Night Court’ on NBC. The show has garnered impressive ratings, marking a successful transition for Rauch from her TBBT character to new horizons. I love each and every one of you! What a dream it was to share it with you all. And cannot thank everyone who made this show enough … So over the moon to welcome you all to our #NightCourt family!
, she exclaimed about her latest endeavor.
In conclusion, while ‘The Big Bang Theory’ may have wrapped up its run on television, its cast members are continuing their journeys in exciting ways. Whether they’re tackling Broadway stages or producing new shows, each actor carries a piece of their beloved character into their new ventures. It’s clear that while we might miss seeing them together as a quirky ensemble, their talents continue to resonate across different platforms – proving that their personal big bangs are far from over.