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- Kaley Cuoco’s Daughter Matilda Steals the Spotlight in Sweet Birthday Tribute to Fiancé Tom Pelphrey
By [Your Name] | Entertainment News | July 29, 2025
On Monday, July 28, actress Kaley Cuoco took to social media to celebrate a special occasion — the 43rd birthday of her fiancé, actor Tom Pelphrey. But while the heartfelt tribute warmed fans’ hearts, it was their 2-year-old daughter, Matilda, who completely stole the spotlight — thanks to an adorable pony ride that had fans swooning.
Cuoco, 39, shared a carousel of candid photos on Instagram, offering a rare and intimate glimpse into her family life. Among the snapshots was a sweet moment of the family celebrating together outdoors, with Tom beaming beside a colorfully decorated birthday cake. But it was little Matilda — dressed in a pink sundress and sunhat — who captivated followers as she clutched the reins during a pony ride on a miniature white horse, looking every bit the birthday scene-stealer.
“Happy birthday to the love of my life and the best daddy to our girl,” Cuoco captioned the post. “We love you endlessly @tommypelphrey 💫💕 Today was all about YOU (even though Matilda made sure she got a pony ride in too 🐴😂).”
The photos quickly went viral, drawing reactions from fans and celebrities alike. Fellow actors, including Cuoco’s Big Bang Theory co-stars, dropped heart emojis and birthday wishes in the comments. But it was Matilda’s pony moment that generated the most buzz.
“Matilda riding that pony is Oscar-worthy cuteness!” one fan wrote. Another commented, “Sorry Tom, but Matilda clearly stole your birthday thunder!”
Wedding Bells on the Horizon
The celebration came just days after Cuoco made headlines for confirming that wedding planning is officially underway. In a recent interview with People, Cuoco shared that she and Pelphrey are “finally starting to make plans” for their big day.
“We’ve talked about it for a while, but now that Matilda’s getting a little older and things have settled down, we’re ready to do it,” she revealed. “It will be something very intimate — just family, close friends, and a lot of love.”
She added that Matilda will “absolutely” have a role in the ceremony. “Oh, she’s already the star of our show. You think she’s not going to walk down that aisle? She might be pulling off a flower girl/pony combo,” Cuoco joked.
A Love Story Still Unfolding
Cuoco and Pelphrey, who made their relationship public in May 2022, have become one of Hollywood’s most beloved couples. Their chemistry both on- and off-screen (Pelphrey recently starred in Outer Range and Love & Death) has earned them a devoted fan base, especially after welcoming Matilda in March 2023.
“Tom has been the most incredible partner and father,” Cuoco wrote in her birthday post. “Watching him with Matilda every day is the greatest gift I could ever ask for.”
As the family moves into this next chapter — birthday celebrations, pony rides, and wedding bells included — fans are clearly along for the ride.
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