Exclusive: 'The Big Bang Theory' star Kaley Cuoco goes to dark places with 'The Flight Attendant'

'The Flight Attendant' is new territory for the serial sitcom star as it explores a woman who is ultimately a functioning alcoholic. Photos: HBO Asia

It’s clear actress Kaley Cuoco – best known for playing Penny in sitcom The Big Bang Theory for 12 seasons – is excited about her new role, that of a producer. She doubles as the lead star and an executive producer in the series The Flight Attendant.

“As an actor, I do my job, then I see the product six months or a year later... But all that in between, is where the magic is, you know, ” the 35-year-old American star informs StarLifestyle during a video conference with a group of Asian journalists.