Kaley Cuoco Says Controversial Feminism Comments Were "Taken Out of Context"
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Unlike stars like Emma Watson, Beyoncé, and Jennifer Aniston, Kaley Cuoco is not interested in calling herself a feminist. The actress revealed her surprising thoughts on women's rights during an interview for the February issue of Redbook, which hits newsstands on Jan. 6. However, after the interview was released, Kaley clarified her comments on feminism via Instagram, writing:
"In my Redbook article, some people have taken offense to my comments regarding feminism — if any of you are In the 'biz' you are well aware of how words can be taken out of context. I'm completely blessed and grateful that strong women have paved the way for my success along with many others. I apologize if anyone was offended. Anyone that truly knows me, knows my heart and knows what I meant."
Read on to hear more from Kaley's interview with Redbook.
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- When asked if she's a feminist: "Is it bad if I say no? It's not really something I think about. Things are different now, and I know a lot of the work that paved the way for women happened before I was around. . . . I was never that feminist girl demanding equality, but maybe that's because I've never really faced inequality. I cook for Ryan five nights a week: It makes me feel like a housewife; I love that. I know it sounds old-fashioned, but I like the idea of women taking care of their men. I'm so in control of my work that I like coming home and serving him. My mom was like that, so I think it kind of rubbed off."
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- On getting breast implants: "I had no boobs! And it really was the best thing ever! I always felt ill-proportioned. My implants made me feel more confident in my body. It wasn't about trying to be a porn star or wanting to look hot and sexy."
- On signing on for The Big Bang Theory for another three years for $1 million per episode: "All I think about is what it means for my family . . . and knowing there is security for all of us. My parents spent 16 years hauling my butt to LA for audition after audition. Every day they were helping me learn my lines, dropping me off, waiting for me, picking me up, giving me pep talks when I didn't get the jobs, taking me to tennis and horseback riding lessons. I remember always hoping I could help take care of them because they took such good care of me. Knowing I'll be able to just brings tears to my eyes."