Summary

  • Kaley Cuoco faced discomfort and criticism during her appearance on Bert Kreischer's show due to remarks about The Big Bang Theory.
  • Cuoco handled the criticism with humor and tried to laugh it off, but her discomfort was visible.
  • Cuoco defended herself by asserting that she worked hard and took pride in her accomplishments.

As a comedian, podcaster, actor, and host, Bert Kreischer has become so successful that fans are interested in his relationship with his family. Just like Kreischer, Kaley Cuoco has loads of devoted The Big Bang Theory fans who are always rooting for her.

Considering how popular Kreischer and Cuoco are, it could have been a great moment when she appeared on his show. After all, Kreischer and Cuoco could have talked about more than if The Big Bang Theory stars were friends in real life. Unfortunately for Cuoco, however, her interview with Kreischer went off the rails.

Why Did Bert Kreischer Call Kaley Cuoco Out To Her Face?

Since he has become wildly successful, Netflix wanted to work with Bert Kreischer. As a result, Kreischer became the star of a truly unique Netflix reality show titled The Cabin with Bert Kreischer.

Bert Kreischer wearing a white robe
Bert Kreischer from The Cabin with Bert Kreischer
Via: Netflix

The conceit behind The Cabin with Bert Kreischer is that the show's star leads a life that is too fast-paced due to all his commitments. As a result, Kreischer detoxes by getting back to nature as he invites some celebrities to join him.

During one episode of his Netflix reality show, Kreischer was joined by Kaley Cuoco, Joel McHale, and Ms. Pat. It seems extremely likely that Cuoco had no idea that she was in for a rough experience during the filming of The Cabin with Bert Kreischer.

By the time The Cabin with Bert Kreischer was filmed for its 2020 release, Cuoco had already been famous for many years. Best known for starring in The Big Bang Theory, Cuoco had every reason to be proud of that show.

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After all, The Big Bang Theory was wildly successful, and she won praise for her performance. More importantly, The Big Bang Theory entertained millions of people at the time, and it continues to as viewers rewatch the sitcom.

What awards did Kaley Cuoco's The Big Bang Theory performance win and get nominated for according to TV Guide?

  • 2014 Critics' Choice Television Awards-Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series: Nominated
  • 2014 People's Choice Awards-Favorite Comedic TV Actress: Winner
  • 2015 People's Choice Awards-Favorite Comedic TV Actress: Winner

Despite all that, it seemed like there was an effort to make Cuoco embarrassed by The Big Bang Theory. At the very least, there is no denying that things were made very uncomfortable for Cuoco during the filming of The Cabin with Bert Kreischer.

Almost from the moment that Cuoco appeared onscreen during her The Cabin with Bert Kreischer episode, The Big Bang Theory was made to look bad.

Kaley Cuoco, Jim Parsons
A closeup of Kaley Cuoco, along with a shot of the actress with Jim Parsons.
via CBS

During Cuoco's first scene on the show, Kreischer and Ms. Pat drove in a car to pick her and Joel McHale up. After Ms. Pat jokes about McHale, she recognized him as the host of The Soup. On the other hand, Ms. Pat had no idea who Cuoco was.

Who is Ms. Pat according to mspatcomedy.com?

  • A comedian
  • An author
  • A radio host
  • A podcaster
  • An actress

After McHale marveled that Ms. Pat doesn't know Cuoco from TBBT, the scene cuts to the four of them sitting around a table. McHale then describesdThe Big Bang Theory as "litterally the most popular comedy of all time".

Cuoco then jokingly promised to send Ms. Pat DVDs of The Big Bang Theory. Instead of playing along with Cuoco's joking attitude, Ms. Pat then proceeded to verbally rip The Big Bang Theory apart to Cuoco's face.

"I would never... Let me say something to you Kaley. I mean, I don't want... I can't watch. It's too nerdy. It's too smart. And I'm not dumb. It's just, It's corny, I can't get into it. And, I mean, I don't get the jokes. But I remember when y'all started a million dollars an episode and I was like, 'Who the f**k is watching this show to pay these people a million dollars an episode?'"

Throughout this interaction with Ms. Pat, Cuoco repeatedly makes it clear that her tirade was a lot for the TBBT actor. In fact, before Ms. Pat even started, Cuoco could be heard saying "No, I'm scared of you Pat." Cuoco also repeatedly said things to make it clear that she was perfectly okay with Ms. Pat not watching The Big Bang Theory.

However, once Ms. Pat began ripping TBBT apart, Cuoco looked at the camera like she wanted help more than once. Throughout Ms. Pat's comments and Cuoco's discomfort, Kreischer looks absolutely delighted.

Kaley Cuoco, Joel McHale, Bert Kreischer, and Ms Pat from The Cabin with Bert Kreischer
Kaley Cuoco, Joel McHale, Bert Kreischer, and Ms. Pat sitting around a table
Via: Netflix

On top of looking as though he is enjoying every second of Ms. Pat's comments about The Big Bang Theory, Kreischer went further than that. After Ms. Pat insulted The Big Bang Theory, Kreischer chimes in to agree even though Cuoco was his guest, and she was seated right beside him. "It's corny."

Later during the same episode, Cuoco yet again got critiqued directly to her face. Only this time, it had nothing to do with The Big Bang Theory.

Kaley Cuoco looking unsure
Kaley Cuoco on the red carpet
Via: Instar

As the discussion continued, Kreischer asked Ms. Pat if she wished she had a life like Cuoco's. In response, Ms. Pat instantly began talking about Cuoco to her face in a way that left the famous actor taken aback.

"I don't want Kaley's life. Kaley needs to be me so she can get some diversity and see some s**t."

Kuoco then turned to Kreischer and sarcastically thanked him. "This is so fun. Thank you so much for bringing me here."

Did Kaley Cuoco Defend Herself During Her Episode Of The Cabin with Bert Kreischer?

During Kaley Cuoco's episode of The Cabin with Bert Kreischer, she handled the criticism directed at her and her show with humor. For the most part, Cuoco tried to laugh off the comments directed at her while also making it clear that she was taken aback.

However, during one key moment during the episode, Cuoco defended herself in a great way.

During the group discussion, Kreischer directly asks Cuoco how she handles people who think she has had it easy.

“I think people look at you and go, ‘blonde hair, white, hit sitcom, hit sitcom,’ everything you’ve done… it seems like everything you touch is gold. Do you feel like sometimes people go, ‘She didn’t have to work for anything’?”

Kaley Cuoco looking strong
Kaley Cuoco on the red carpet
Via: Instar

Putting aside whether that is a loaded question, Cuoco went on to stick up for herself at that moment.

“I mean, I’m sure people say that. But I worked very, very hard which I’m very proud about.”

It is also worth noting that when Kreischer asked that question, Ms. Pat defended Cuoco before the famous actor could answer. “That’s a lie. She’s talented.”