Sara Gilbert, born as Sara Rebecca Abeles on January 29, 1975, is a renowned American actress and television producer. Gilbert originates from Santa Monica, California, where she was brought up alongside four older siblings. She developed an interest in acting at a young age, leading to her first role on television at the age of six in a Kool-Aid advertisement. However, it was her portrayal of Darlene Conner on the popular sitcom Roseanne from 1988 to 1997 that thrust her into the limelight and earned her two Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Gilbert's career trajectory did not stop there. After her successful stint on Roseanne, she continued to make her mark on television by starring in the CBS series The Big Bang Theory as Leslie Winkle, a recurring character that further showcased her acting prowess. Additionally, she ventured into production, co-hosting and executive producing the daytime talk show The Talk from 2010 to 2019, a role that won her a Daytime Emmy in 2016 for Outstanding Entertainment Talk Show Host. In 2018, Gilbert reprised her role as Darlene Conner in the revival of Roseanne, followed by a spin-off series The Conners. Beyond her professional achievements, Gilbert's personal life also gained public attention. She publicly came out as a lesbian in 2010, becoming an influential figure in the LGBTQ+ community. Gilbert shares two children with television producer Allison Adler, although their relationship ended in 2011. Later, in 2014, she married songwriter and former 4 Non Blondes frontwoman, Linda Perry, with whom she has one son. Gilbert continues to be a strong advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, using her platform to raise awareness and promote diversity in Hollywood.