"Big Bang Theory" Extends Hiatus While Kaley Cuoco Heals

"Big Bang Theory" star Kaley Cuoco is expected to make a full recovery after breaking her leg in a horseback riding accident last week. And the show will be taking some extra time off as well.

As Cuoco heals up, it looks like the CBS sitcom will be without Penny for "a few" episodes, a source tells Entertainment Weekly.

"Big Bang," which was set for a hiatus after this week's Thursday premiere, will go away for an additional week. Get ready for some good excuses to explain Penny's absence, as the show doesn't plan to change its air schedule.