Kevin Sussman: From Staten Island to Big Bang Theory Stardom — photo 1 of 2

Kevin Sussman, best known for his role as Stuart Bloom in the sitcom “The Big Bang Theory,” wasn’t always a star. His childhood was spent in the New York borough of Staten Island, where he, like many boys, wore plaid shirts and dreamed of a big future. Today the actor is recognized by millions of viewers worldwide, but the path to fame was long and challenging.