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Why The Big Bang Theory Pilot Didn't Do Right By Kaley Cuoco's Penny

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Kaley Cuoco almost turned down her breakout role as Penny on 'The Big Bang Theory' due to disliking the character's portrayal in the pilot, according to the show's creator.
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  • Cuoco felt the pilot version of Penny was 'too dumb' and didn't capture the full depth of the character she eventually brought to life.
  • Series creator Chuck Lorre admitted the pilot 'didn't do right' by Cuoco's character, saying the writers had to 'find the heart' of Penny in later episodes.
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Kaley Cuoco, Chuck Lorre, The Big Bang Theory, The Big Bang Theory
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