How Much Did Kaley Cuoco Make for Each 'Big Bang Theory' Episode?

Story by Matthew Perrino

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Kaley Cuoco's massive '$150M Big Bang payday' reveals Hollywood's lucrative road to stardom

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Cuoco's earnings started modestly at just $60K per episode for the sitcom's early seasons, but skyrocketed to a reported $1M per show by the final season
The eye-popping payout underscores how hit TV shows can transform struggling actors into multi-millionaire celebrities, making even veteran stars envious of young newcomers

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