Kaley Cuoco attends the 29th Annual Critics Choice Awards at Barker Hangar on January 14, 2024 in Santa Monica, California.© Getty Images

Big Bang Theory’s Kaley Cuoco details 'day from hell' with 10-month baby daughter Matilda

The Flight Attendant star travelled without husband Tom Pelphrey

Senior Editor
February 25, 2024

In a series of engaging Instagram Stories, Kaley Cuoco, the star of The Flight Attendant, offered fans a candid glimpse into the trials and tribulations of traveling with her 10-month-old daughter, Matilda which she described as “a day from hell”.

The 38-year-old actress, amidst a day fraught with flight delays and unexpected challenges, maintained her humor and grace, capturing the hearts of her followers with her candid storytelling and adorable snapshots.

Starting their journey with optimism, Kaley praised her dependable chauffeur for ensuring a smooth ride to the airport, setting a positive tone for the day ahead. However, the tranquility was short-lived as the duo navigated the complexities of air travel. 

Despite the setbacks, Matilda found joy in dancing with her aunt, Briana Cuoco, at the airport, a moment Kaley shared with the caption, "Baby girl danced with auntie @bricuoco while she ate everything in sight."

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Kaley's day from hell

The day's challenges were met with resilience and creativity, as evidenced by a playful video of Brian Logan Dales, Briana's partner, engaging Matilda with snacks and his hat, a lighthearted attempt to ease the tension of their first flight delay. 

Kaley's humorous take on their situation, "Another delay... We did some day drinking," showcased her ability to find levity in the face of adversity.

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Kaley and Matilda

As the hours stretched on, Matilda's antics continued to provide entertainment and occasional mischief, including playful tumbles and an unexpected penchant for hanging upside down, prompting Kaley to jest, "God help us." 

The actress candidly shared these moments, along with Matilda's newfound skill of "smack[ing] mommy in the face," capturing the unpredictable nature of parenting on the go.

Kaley shares daughter Matilda with Ozark star Tom Pelphrey

The culmination of their travel saga was a mid-flight dance party, an impromptu celebration that failed to usher in the hoped-for sleep. 

"No clue what this was or why we were boppin. I was praying she would sleep so I could sleep but no we didn't sleep no one slept ever," Kaley recounted, highlighting the exhausting yet bonding experience shared between mother and daughter.

Throughout the ordeal, Kaley expressed gratitude for the support of her sister and brother-in-law, acknowledging their invaluable assistance during the challenging day. 

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Matilda's first Christmas

In a reflective post, she marveled at Matilda's resilience, "All in all this baby did amazing. I was the wreck. She was fine," underscoring the unpredictable yet rewarding nature of parenting.

Kaley's narrative of their travel day—from the initial innocence captured in a group photo to the peaceful resolution with Matilda engaging in a "daddy daughter art class" with Tom Pelphrey—offered a relatable and heartwarming insight into the realities of motherhood. 

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