Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik may have signed on for cameos on Young Sheldon, but Kaley Cuoco, Johnny Galecki and other OG cast members turned it down flat – causing a major divide between the once close costars that looks to be unfixable.
“It's crazy how things have reversed in the six years since Big Bang Theory went off the air,” an insider exclusively reveals to Closer. “Jim has become a key architect of the interconnected universe via his executive producing and narration role on Young Sheldon, which made him tens of millions of dollars beyond the vast fortune he built on the original show, where he made more than $25 million per year in the final seasons.”
The source continues, “During the same time period, Mayim had the profound epiphany that being a dedicated TV comedy actress, not a part-time game show host, was her destiny. And she, of course, sees a similar future to what Jim has enjoyed during the last few years as Warner Bros. seeks to make more shows set in this continuity. But today, in 2024, Kaley and Johnny aren't involved whatsoever.”
Johnny, 49, and Kaley, 38, seem to be fine leaving the show in their rearview, according to the source. Kaley’s especially seen success with streaming shows like The Flight Attendant and Based on a True Story.
“They've both moved on in their own ways,” the source adds, “with Kaley pursuing a diversified slate of comedy and drama projects while also guiding and boosting the career of her partner Tom Pelphrey, and Johnny focused mostly on producing but also loving his downtime as a dad of young kids while only occasionally doing acting jobs.”
BBT’s Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik Annoyed With Costars
However, money isn’t the issue when it comes to the big divide between Kaley, Johnny, Jim, 51, and Mayim, 48.
“Yes, they all have more money than you can possibly imagine but if you had predicted eight years ago that this would be the dynamic among the cast in the 2020's, you would have sounded insane,” the source explains. “Knowing Jim and Mayim, it has to be annoying to them that they appear publicly to be squeezing every dollar out of this franchise while Johnny and Kaley follow their respective muses, but it's not that simple. [Jim and Mayim] are true believers in the power and international reach of the Big Bang Theory universe, and Johnny and Kaley just feel like they have better things to do with their time.”
Kaley Cuoco Wants to Hire a Dog with a 'Keen Sense of Smell and Taste' to Help Run Her Pet Brand (Exclusive)
The 'Based on a True Story' star is looking for a canine Chief Treat Officer for her pet care brand Oh Norman!
In 2023, the Big Bang Theory star launched her pet care brand, Oh Norman! The company is off to a strong start, so now Cuoco wants to add more experts to its staff. The actress' own pets, including rescue dogs Red, Ruby, and Opal, have helped Cuoco develop Oh Norman's offerings.
"I launched Oh Norman! to fill the gap in the market for affordable, eco-friendly, and ethically sourced products for dogs. Since launch, my furry ones have been testing all of our products from apparel and cleaning wipes to toys and treats," Cuoco tells PEOPLE in an email interview.
Cuoco wants to add another professional canine to her crew of testers. She is currently looking to fill the Chief Treat Officer (CTO) role. To find the CTO, Cuoco has launched a nationwide search that all dogs can enter.
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"We always strive to create top quality products that dogs love, and as a pet owner and co-founder of Oh Norman!, I realized there was no better way to do this than bringing in the true expert, a dog! The primary responsibilities (ResPAWnsibilities) of this position include testing and reviewing all new product innovations before they hit the market and monthly social media deliverables," Cuoco explains.
Pet guardians residing in the continental United States can help their pups apply for the Chief Treat Officer position on ohnorman.com from June 13 through September 13. The winner will be announced in October.
"We're looking for a dog who loves trying new things, has a keen sense of smell and taste, an understanding of trends and what their peers are interested in, as well as a good grasp on social media (with the help of someone with thumbs to assist!)," Cuoco says of her dream CTO.
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The pooch selected for the position will also receive an annual salary of $10,000 and lots of Oh Norman! products.
Hiring a CTO is among the many joys Oh Norman! has brought to Cuoco's life. A long-time animal advocate, Cuoco says that starting the brand has helped her connect with animals even more.
"I am spending more time and resources to promote and partner with rescue shelters which inevitably leads to meeting more adorable pets! Oh Norman! has opened my eyes even further (if that's possible) to the importance of adopting and showing all dogs the love and care they deserve," she says.
