Kaley Cuoco was paid up to $1 million per episode of the hit CBS comedy The Big Bang Theory. She is one of the highest-paid actresses on television at the time, and her net worth is estimated to be around $110 million as of 2025.
Continuing her red carpet streak into 2025, Kaley Cuoco turned heads once again at the Golden Globes—this time opting for a vintage Chanel moment that balanced elegance with understated glamour.
Kaley Cuoco, joined by fiancé Tom Pelphrey, wore a vintage-inspired ivory Chanel Fall 2001 A-line dress paired with barely visible Jimmy Choo Skye crystal-embellished satin sandals at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills (Credit: Jennifer Bloc / Future Image / Cover Images)
The popular American television sitcom The Big Bang Theory, which broadcast 279 episodes over twelve seasons and made her a rich woman, premiered on CBS on September 24, 2007, and concluded on May 16, 2019.
Kaley Cuoco was the highest-paid actress on television for several years during her time on The Big Bang Theory (Credit: CBS)
Starring in the highest-rated television series, Kaley earned up to $24 million per season. Her salary increased throughout the show, starting at $60,000 per episode in the first season and eventually reaching $1 million in the final seasons.
Endorsements and Production Ventures
Cuoco also boosted her net worth through endorsement deals with brands like Priceline and Toyota and her production company, Yes, Norman Productions, which produced the successful HBO Max series The Flight Attendant.
In addition to these ventures, Cuoco has invested in real estate and other opportunities, further diversifying her income streams.
While Kaley landed her breakthrough role as Bridget Hennessy on the ABC sitcom 8 Simple Rules in 2002, most of her net worth derives from The Big Bang Theory, for which she has received Satellite, Critics’ Choice, and People’s Choice Awards.
Before branching into production and new TV roles, Kaley Cuoco continued to make waves on the red carpet. One of her standout fashion moments came at the 2019 Golden Globe Awards, where she effortlessly combined elegance and high-fashion flair.
Glamorous in Monique Lhuillier and Brian Atwood at the Golden Globes
In January 2019, she hit the red carpet at the 2019 Golden Globe Awards in a strapless Monique Lhuillier Fall 2019 gown, Brian Atwood shoes, and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.
Kaley Cuoco in a strapless Monique Lhuillier gown at the 2019 Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on January 6, 2019 (Credit: WENN)
At the InStyle and Warner Bros annual Golden Globes after-party, Kaley was joined by her most recent husband, Karl Cook.
They married on June 30, 2018. Karl’s father is Scott David Cook, an American billionaire businessman and the co-founder of Intuit. Their three-year marriage ended in September 2021.
Kaley Cuoco, accompanied by then-husband Karl Cook, wore a strapless Monique Lhuillier Fall 2019 gown adorned with black floral appliqués, styled with Le Silla Ines sandals and a Hunting Season clutch at the Warner Bros. Golden Globes after-party on January 6, 2019 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
Kaley Cuoco’s Fendi Outfit at Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic Gets People Talking
In October 2018, Kaley also attended the 2018 Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic at Will Rogers State Historic Park in the Pacific Palisades, California.
She flaunted her legs in a Fendi Pre-Fall 2018 outfit with white Stuart Weitzman shoes.
Kaley Cuoco flaunts her sexy legs at the 2018 Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic at Will Rogers State Historic Park in the Pacific Palisades, California, on October 6, 2018 (Credit: Apega / WENN)
In June 2018, Kaley attended the Inspiration Awards at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. She wore an MSGM lip print dress and pink Ash sneakers.
Kaley Cuoco’s MSGM lip print dress at the Inspiration Awards held at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on June 1, 2018 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
How do you like Kaley’s black, pink, and red lip print mini dress?
Kaley Cuoco’s pink sneakers from Ash (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
Her smooth leather sneakers from Ash with geometric appliques have unfortunately sold out.
Kaley Cuoco’s Ash sneakers with geometric star appliques (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
Kaley Cuoco and Ryan Sweeting’s Marriage and Divorce
While they would later get divorced, Kaley Cuoco and her professional tennis player husband celebrated their first wedding anniversary on New Year’s Eve, 2014. They married on December 31, 2013, and divorced on May 6, 2016.
In January 2015, the couple kept the fire burning at the Los Angeles premiere of The Wedding Ringer, where they were seen locking lips while posing on the red carpet at the TCL Chinese Theatre.
Ryan Sweeting and Kaley Cuoco locking lips at the world premiere of The Wedding Ringer at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles on January 6, 2015 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)
The Bahamian-born tennis player looked dapper in a gray plaid suit with a white button-down shirt, a gunmetal tie, and a pair of brown oxfords.
On the other hand, the Big Bang Theory star stuck to the wedding theme in a sparkling $4,995 KaufmanFranco Fall 2014 strapless dress. The dress features all-over sequin embellishment, a figure-flattering A-line silhouette, and a cutout detail at the back.
Kaley Cuoco’s endless legs in a Kaufman Franco dress at the premiere of The Wedding Ringer at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles on January 6, 2015 (Credit: Brian To / WENN)
She carried a matching metallic clutch and completed her look with grayish Pedro Garcia sandals. These heels featured a slim ankle strap and high heel that subtly elongated her 5ft 5¾ (167 cm) frame.
The then-29-year-old actress styled her pixie into tousled waves with a crystal-embellished headband. Her makeup was gorgeous, with lined eyes and glossy lips.
Kaley showed off her upper back tattoo, which showed three rows of large Roman numerals – XII.XXXI.XIII – inked between her shoulder blades. They mark her New Year’s Eve wedding date. After her divorce, she removed the massive Roman numeral tattoo.
Kaley Cuoco got a massive Roman numeral tattoo on her back in December 2013 to commemorate her wedding to Ryan Sweeting (Credit: Brian To / WENN)
Kaley carried an origami-inspired metal box in “Hologram” python by Jill Haber featuring silver hardware.
Kaley Cuoco’s origami-inspired metal box (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)
The “Cecily” sandals complemented Kaley’s lovely outfit. They are sleek with front straps, open toes, crisscross buckled ankle straps with metal eyelets, and 4-inch heels.
Kaley Cuoco stepped out in sleek gray Pedro Garcia sandals featuring a patent leather finish, slender stiletto heel, and asymmetrical crisscross ankle straps for a leg-lengthening effect (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)
It seems like Kaley was excited to wear these sandals. She even forgot to remove the sticker tags from the outer soles!
Kaley Cuoco hit the red carpet in style—but overlooked one detail, leaving the price sticker tags visible on the soles of her Pedro Garcia sandals (Credit: Brian To / WENN)
Nothing looks as fresh as a strappy sandal, and this ankle-strap style from Pedro Garcia, with its sleek design, slender heel, and modern hardware, will become your go-to shoe for the coming seasons.
Cecily Ankle-Strap Sandals in Meringue, Black, and Punch, $480
Kaley Cuoco’s Most Memorable Shoe Moments
From red carpet elegance to casual chic, Kaley Cuoco has showcased an impressive array of footwear. Here are some of her standout shoe moments:
Stuart Weitzman’s ‘Nudist’ Sandals at ‘The Big Bang Theory’ 200th Episode Celebration
- Event: ‘The Big Bang Theory’ 200th Episode Celebration
- Outfit: Kaley donned a lace-and-tulle masterpiece by Marchesa.
- Footwear: She completed her look with Stuart Weitzman’s ‘Nudist’ sandals in black suede.
- Read more: Kaley Cuoco’s Feet in Nudist Sandals and Lace-and-Tulle Dress
Balenciaga Studded Leather Flat Sandals During a Shopping Trip
- Event: Shopping at Barneys New York in Beverly Hills
- Outfit: Kaley kept it casual with a distressed white T-shirt and ripped skinny black jeans.
- Footwear: She opted for Balenciaga studded leather flat sandals to complete her laid-back look.
- See more: Kaley Cuoco’s Chic Off-Duty Look: Balenciaga Sandals & Chanel Bag
Stuart Weitzman’s ‘Courtesan’ Sandals at the 2016 Critics’ Choice Awards
- Event: 2016 Critics’ Choice Awards
- Outfit: Kaley embraced the dress-over-pants trend with a pink Noon by Noor ensemble.
- Footwear: She paired her outfit with nude Stuart Weitzman ‘Courtesan’ sandals.
- Discover more: Kaley Cuoco Nails the Dress-Over-Pants Trend at the 2016 Critics’ Choice Awards
Christian Louboutin Clare Nodo Bow Pumps at the ‘Evening From The Heart’ Event
- Event: 20th Anniversary Evening From The Heart Gala
- Outfit: Kaley wore a stylish pink blazer dress by Philosophy.
- Footwear: She completed her look with metallic Christian Louboutin Clare Nodo bow leather slingback pumps.
- Explore her style: Kaley Cuoco and Tom Pelphrey Dress to Impress at Aortic Health Event
These moments highlight Kaley Cuoco’s versatile fashion sense and ability to pair outfits with the perfect footwear, whether on the red carpet or during casual outings.