Claire works as a screenwriter and bartender. She meets Raj and Howard at the comic book store. She wants Raj to write a script with her for a children’s science fiction movie.
Raj is into her, but Claire has no interest in him. Raj breaks up with Emily in order to pursue Claire, which only further repulses her. At one point, Claire does have an interest in Raj, who begins to date both Claire and Emily simultaneously, eventually breaking up with both women.
Kevin Sussman as Stuart Bloom – Then
Stuart makes his first appearance during the second season, where he works as the owner of The Comic Center of Pasadena.
Stuart connects with Raj in season 6 when Howard leaves for space. Single, lonely, and depressed, he often feels left out from the guys and looks for constant reassurance from them. He also deals with some financial trouble.
Kevin Sussman as Stuart Bloom – Now
Kevin didn’t make his debut in TBBT. In 2001, he starred in Spielberg’s "A.I. Artificial Intelligence," playing the role of Supernerd.
The actor is financially successful, despite his character on the sitcom having financial issues. His income wasn't as high as some of the other costars; however, he still managed $50,000 per episode.
Alessandra Torresani as Claire – Now
Torresani was cast in various small parts before being chosen to play the part of Claire in TBBT. Among her gigs, you can find the series "Husbands," "Two and a Half Men," and "American Horror Story."
She played the role of Amber in the movie called "Step Sisters" in 2018 but hasn't done much since.
Aarti Mann as Priya Koothrappali – Then
Priya plays the part of Raj’s younger sister. She is a law student who we meet during the 4th season. She dates Leonard, and the two don’t tell Raj, who eventually finds out.
Priya agrees to continue to date Leonard under the condition that he cuts off contact with Penny. When Priya’s parents find out about the relationship, they are extremely disappointed and force her to return home. The couple has a long-distance relationship for some time, ultimately finding it frustrating and breaking their loyalty to one another.