Jim Parsons as Sheldon Cooper
11 years after The Big Bang Theory premiered, fans are still as enamored with Sheldon Cooper and his antics as ever. Jim Parsons plays Sheldon to absolute perfection, making it seem like he was born for the role.
Since his breakout role, Jim Parsons has starred in many film, TV, and stage projects. Yet, Sheldon remains his most iconic character. Earning $1,000,000 per episode, he certainly deserves every penny, steadily growing his bank account.
Carol Ann Susi as Debbie Wolowitz
Even though Debbie Wolowitz, Howard’s overbearing mother in The Big Bang Theory, is a recurring character, audiences never actually saw her. Carol Ann Susi provided the unforgettable voice for this character.
Carol Ann Susi’s time on the show ended when she passed away in 2014. The showrunners decided to incorporate her death into the storyline as well. She had been battling cancer, and despite undergoing treatment, she unexpectedly died in her sleep.