"I really thought I was going to die" - Kaley Cuoco reveals how divorce pushed her to the breaking point
Kaley Cuoco has opened up about the deep emotional struggle she faced during her 2022 divorce from Karl Cook. The actress described the period as one of the darkest times in her life, admitting she once believed she would never marry again or have children. Her candid remarks reveal how the split affected both her personal and professional life.
At the height of her divorce, Cuoco found herself unable to get off the floor on the day of the season two premiere of The Flight Attendant. She later admitted the experience left her feeling as though she 'could barely breathe' and feared she 'was going to die'. The emotional toll was so severe that she began therapy to cope with the overwhelming stress.
Rather than letting her personal crisis disrupt her work, Cuoco channeled her emotions into her role. She used the show as a distraction, immersing herself in the character to avoid confronting her depression directly. Despite the turmoil, she maintained her professional commitments without allowing the divorce to visibly affect her performance.
A turning point came just three weeks after her divorce was finalised. Cuoco met actor Tom Pelphrey, and their relationship quickly blossomed. In the years that followed, the couple welcomed a daughter and announced their engagement, marking a stark contrast to the despair she once felt.
Cuoco's journey from the depths of her divorce to a new chapter with Pelphrey highlights the dramatic shift in her personal life. After once believing marriage and motherhood were out of reach, she now embraces both. Her story reflects how profound challenges can lead to unexpected and positive changes.
