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‘The Big Bang Theory’ Star Kunal Nayyar’s GoFundMe Revelation Draws Shockingly Bleak Response
In a December 2025 interview, The Big Bang Theory alum Kunal Nayyar revealed that he uses his fortune to anonymously help people in need on GoFundMe.
The actor, who starred as astrophysicist Raj Koothrappali on the hit CBS show, shared that having wealth doesn’t “weigh heavy” on him, as it has given him the “ability to give back and change people’s lives.”
Highlights
- Kunal Nayyar has revealed he anonymously pays strangers’ medical bills on GoFundMe, calling it his “masked vigilante” act.
- While some praised the former The Big Bang Theory star’s generosity, others criticized him for making his charity public.
- Despite a reported $45 million net worth and past $1 million-per-episode earnings, Nayyar says he still works 16-hour days.
However, the reaction online has been bleak, with some ridiculing the actor for sharing the news publicly.
“Charity must be done without another person knowing,” one tweeted, while another added, “Should’ve kept it a secret.”
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Kunal Nayyar made his GoFundMe quest public alongside other donations he makes with his wife
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Nayyar was one of the highest-paid actors on television, reportedly earning nearly $1 million per episode for The Big Bang Theory during its peak run from 2007 to 2019.
His financial success was underscored by Forbes, which reported that he earned $20 million and $23.5 million from his television work in 2015 and 2018, respectively.
In his interview with British news outlet The i Paper last year, Nayyar opened up about his relationship with money, revealing that he and his wife, former Miss India Neha Kapur, use it to quietly fund college scholarships for students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
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Their philanthropic endeavors also “support animal charities” because they love dogs, Nayyar divulged, before adding, “But what I really love to do is go on GoFundMe at night and just pay random families’ medical bills,” characterizing his action as a “masked vigilante” mission.
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Nayyar remarked, “Right now people are not happy because we are all expecting someone else to be kind.”
“We are expecting a president or a politician, some leader, to come and bring us world peace,” he explained, before advising, “But there is no world peace if your neighbour comes to your door wanting some sugar for their tea and you lock it against them and say, ‘Get away.’”
Nayyar’s decision to make his philanthropic interests public has drawn criticism from a section of netizens
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“He would’ve gained more rewards in remaining anonymous than sharing it with the world and seeking glory,” one social media user remarked, while another opined, “It’s not a masked vigilante habit if you announce it to the world.”
“Plot twist: he doesn’t and just says he does, lol,” mocked a third.
“Source: trust me bro,” a fourth wrote as they questioned the legitimacy of Nayyar’s claim.
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“When you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing,” a fifth advised.
“Just keep it to yourself,” another said.
Some also defended Nayyar, with one writing, “Hot take – Doing good things for social media fame is okay too, because as long as people are being helped, nothing else really matters.”
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Another added: “I am glad to know that somebody is doing the thing I would absolutely be doing if I had money.”
Nayyar’s net worth in 2026 reportedly stands at $45 million.
Despite being financially stable, Kunal Nayyar says he still works 16-hour days
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Nayyar, who was born in London and raised in India from the age of three, has a series of ventures to his name, including Good Karma Productions and the document storage app IQ121.
He also continues to act, with his most recent project being Christmas Karma, and reportedly follows an intense schedule.
“I don’t have a regular nine-to-five job, so it’s different. When I’m shooting, then I’m a slave to whatever my schedule is. Those days can lead to 16-hour days with six-hour turnarounds,” Nayyar told Fortune.
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When facing such grueling days, Nayyar says he repeats one word to himself: “Surrender.”
The practice is more than simply having a mindful moment, according to Nayyar. It’s his way of defying his inner critic.
“Our minds work in such a way that, on a difficult day, they keep going to the worst-case scenario.”
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And even in the worst case, one always comes out on the other side, Nayyar believes. “In those moments, you have to really just look at your mind and say, ‘Stop.’”
Nayyar admitted he especially uses the mantra when waiting to hear back after an audition.
“It’s in complete anonymity except for the fact there’s a story about it,” a netizen remarked
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UKGrandad 4 days ago
Keep quiet about charitable deeds and you're vilified as just another rich ásshole hoarding wealth. Tell people that you use your wealth to support charities and you're vilified as a self-serving ásshole seeking praise. Dámned if you do, dámned if you don't.
Kate Johnson 4 days ago
I think it makes people who aren't charitable feel guilty for not helping anyone but themselves. They hate to be reminded of their stinginess. These are very likely the ones that are outraged. People of true generosity are just happy people are being helped.
Ryan-James O'Driscoll 4 days ago
People really will pull anything out of their backside to criticise people. Doesn't matter what you do, what you believe in, what you say. You're doing it wrong.
Ye Olde Dirty Grumpy 2 days ago
A lot of people are unhappy with themselves and share it. Smile, walk away
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Ervin Conn 4 days ago
It sounds like it just came up in the conversation. It's not like he held a press conference to announce it. It wasn't even that specific.
George D 4 days ago
Only a malcontent would respond negatively to what appears to be just a mention that he does that in secret, as in secret to the recipient. Solely focusing on the notion that he brought it up because he just wanted credit or recognition is so petty and small minded. I, for one, enjoyed learning about this from him.
Vicky Hedstrom 4 days ago
I'd rather hear stories of love and generosity than the hate that fills media. Thank you, Kunal,
Vicky Hedstrom 4 days ago
I love that he is helping others. Bless you Kunal and bless your heart! Public or not, why the haters? I for one, am thrilled whenever I hear about a generous soul. I could hear these stories all day long. It sure beats the horrible, heartless and destructive stories that fill the media. Do what you do and help to encourage others of wealth to do the same.
StumblingThroughLife 4 days ago
I bet most of those criticising him would accept in a heartbeat if offered to aid them during a crisis. It's not like he contrived to formally announce his philanthropy.
Catherine Kane 4 days ago
I think that telling people he does this may inspire others to give as well
Must Be Bored Again 4 days ago
The public complains when rich people don’t just completely pay for disasters but hail people like Dolly Parton who deliberately makes her disaster assistance know and is loved for it. Everybody is always voicing their opinions about why rich people don’t give more, maybe they do and people don’t know all they do. Just because this one person admitted he enjoys randomly paying people’s bill he finds on Go Fund Me doesn’t give anyone the right to criticize him. Who knows what else he does? Criticize all you want but he is doing good with his blessings. May you be blessed when you need it most.
C “Ch in dallas” H 4 days ago
The heck with people putting him down! I haven't seen this man call for press conferences when he gets ready to donate. ANYONE who gives to people who need it should be thanked and respected, PERIOD. That is true kindness, and the recipient's lives will forever be changed by his actions!
Barbara Hill 4 days ago
Thank you for being a good , giving man. Forget all the haters,who knows maybe it will encourage other millionaires/billionaires. He and the millionaire/billionaire giving club. are all good people.
Sally Moen 4 days ago
I appreciate the role model that he is. You know there are lots of rich folks that give to charity mostly to get an ego boost, getting their last name attached to buildings and such. This man tells us, yes, he has a public-facing charity, but no, he's not telling us who he funds. That's the real spirit of humility he is bringing, and that is a leader. What's sad is folks needing to use GoFundMe for medical bills.
Awkward lady 1 day ago
Exactly! No one should have to beg for charity to fund medical treatment!
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Henrik Knudsen 3 days ago (edited)
Great job, Kunar! Of course someone has to be offended by this. If he would have bought another house for this money and made it public fewer people would have been upset about it. It's amazing that even for good deeds someone gets bashed like this. Keep on blessing random people. I love it!
winterwidow87 4 days ago
People always say "if you really want to do charity you have to keep quiet about it otherwise it's just a publicity stunt", and at the same time they're like: "why doesn't this wealthy person use their wealth for charity? Here's another selfish asśhôle".
Betsy Hartmann 3 days ago
I think it inspires others to do the same. I've often thought of how many people I would help on go fund me if only I had the money myself. Those who criticize his actions are just showing the world that they are negative people living negative lives
Faye Bosworth 3 days ago
Hes helping people when he doesnt have to. This is a good thing, stop complaining urgh
KatSaidThat 3 days ago
I bet this was one part of that whole interview shoved into the public without context for clickbait.
Calyx Teren 4 days ago
I’m not going to criticize someone for helping others! Sharing that he does it might inspire others. Where’s the hate for all those platinum, gold, silver, brass, tin, and cardboard donors on every local orchestra and theatre?
Earthquake903 4 days ago
The same people who pray in publuc are thevsane ones saying he should keep his donations secret. WIth all these greedy rich people out there, it's good to set an example. Imagine if a few billionaires did the same thing.
Lauren Wilder 1 day ago (edited)
Being of a different culture means fiscal responsibilities toward the community look different. Perhaps this declaration was less for a western audience and more for a global one. Either way im happy to hear that hes doing his part to help others in need.
David 2 days ago
People are truly wretched...I get that true philanthropy should be done in quiet...helping without the need for acknowledgment...but why are people glossing over the fact that he is actually helping people? Isn't that what actually matters? Down here in Miami, we are swamped with stories about wealthy white dudes coming here and donating money to this or that... but then of course demanding that their name be splattered all over it. So when I compare Kunal's behavior to those vapid insecure idiots, I applaud what he is doing.
Anne Roberts 3 days ago (edited)
He might have hoped that his charity toward those in need could be an example for other wealthy people to donate to a great cause. I don't believe he is bragging. I really think he hopes it will be so good example. I wish other people were as caring as him.
Juliana Pizarro 3 days ago
I think this is just him sharing something he likes to do, and it might inspire others to do the same. Not sure why everyone is reacting like its such a d****e move to say he gives to charity. We should all dive to charity, and maybe talk about it more.
Joe Methuen 3 days ago
What if he posted this info to get other wealthy people to do the same kind of thing?
GalPalAl 3 days ago
I love the people who troll and complain about him saying it loud. Sounds like all of you are jealous for not having the same compassion and ability to help others. The irony is that these are people who use social media to chime in on anything just to be seen and heard. So who is the a hole here?
Verena 3 days ago
This is the USA: Where GoFundMe is necessary for the most basic life needs. Let me tell you that in Europe we have also a GoFundMe: It comes in a monthly contribution to health and social security for every citizen, by a fee and taxes. Btw: If it would have concerned a white republican christian, everybody would have been thrilled and praised him.
Stephen Ford 4 days ago
It's good to see my fellow humans are still the same bunch of JAGOFFS they aways have been. If he DOESN'T donate he's a selfish ELITIST and if he DOES he's supposed to SHUT UP about it. Some people will SNIVEL no matter WHAT you do.
Emilu 4 days ago (edited)
Better this than the family of James Van der Beek profiting off GFM when they'd not long bought a $4M+ house. Sorry, if you bought a house that much, you don't need a GFM. I don't give a flying fuck about how much your kids supposedly love it and it'll give good memories to them, etc. If you're in need, you'll take something safe that does what it needs to do. Hard-ass of me? Maybe. However, it's what so many other people have to deal with. Y'know; people that don't have the celebrity clout to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars. Kunal; keep doing what you're doing. And also, fuck the people that "need" a GFM to support their lifestyle, rather than actually survive.
iseefractals 3 days ago
"The RICH are evil, they could help sooooo many people with their wealth and still have more money than they could ever hope to spend! That's what I WOULD DO!" =rich person uses their wealth to help people= "Ugh, charity is supposed to be silent, he's just bragging and shoving it in MY face. I would never tell anyone" These people just keep moving the goal posts....it's almost like :::Gasp:::: the only thing they really care about is "proving" themselves as some kind of victim, while trying to show themselves as morally superior....without actually having to DO anything. This kind of impotent outrage is one of the reasons so many people find the woke scolds on the left so hopelessly insufferable. They spend all their time sitting around talking about what they would do, if only the stars would align and they'd win the lottery or something and then proceed to act as if everyone else is terrible for not living up to their imagination.
Roberta Surprenant 3 days ago
In New Testament we are told by St. James that true religion/charity means not being seen or acknowledged for helping others.
Kate Johnson 3 days ago
So what? I don't think Kunal observes that faith, so he certainly has no obligation to observe it's tenants. Frankly, these days, so many of the people that do, are such a completely rancid example of literally everything taught by Christ, you'd think they wouldn't be so anxious to pop up everywhere to preach at us, seeing as they are such complete failures to actually live out what they say they believe.
Load More Replies... Roberta Surprenant 3 days ago
I am such a good person, admire me now! (Yes, in my mind it was his Raj voice saying that)
Laughing Orc 3 days ago
I'd like to think most of us are capable of differentiating between two completely different actors who happen to be of Indian heritage...
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Lukas (he/him, it/its) 4 days ago
He wasn't. He answered an interview question.
Load More Replies... UKGrandad 4 days ago
Keep quiet about charitable deeds and you're vilified as just another rich ásshole hoarding wealth. Tell people that you use your wealth to support charities and you're vilified as a self-serving ásshole seeking praise. Dámned if you do, dámned if you don't.
Kate Johnson 4 days ago
I think it makes people who aren't charitable feel guilty for not helping anyone but themselves. They hate to be reminded of their stinginess. These are very likely the ones that are outraged. People of true generosity are just happy people are being helped.
Ryan-James O'Driscoll 4 days ago
People really will pull anything out of their backside to criticise people. Doesn't matter what you do, what you believe in, what you say. You're doing it wrong.
Ye Olde Dirty Grumpy 2 days ago
A lot of people are unhappy with themselves and share it. Smile, walk away
Load More Replies... Ervin Conn 4 days ago
It sounds like it just came up in the conversation. It's not like he held a press conference to announce it. It wasn't even that specific.
George D 4 days ago
Only a malcontent would respond negatively to what appears to be just a mention that he does that in secret, as in secret to the recipient. Solely focusing on the notion that he brought it up because he just wanted credit or recognition is so petty and small minded. I, for one, enjoyed learning about this from him.
Vicky Hedstrom 4 days ago
I'd rather hear stories of love and generosity than the hate that fills media. Thank you, Kunal,
Vicky Hedstrom 4 days ago
I love that he is helping others. Bless you Kunal and bless your heart! Public or not, why the haters? I for one, am thrilled whenever I hear about a generous soul. I could hear these stories all day long. It sure beats the horrible, heartless and destructive stories that fill the media. Do what you do and help to encourage others of wealth to do the same.
StumblingThroughLife 4 days ago
I bet most of those criticising him would accept in a heartbeat if offered to aid them during a crisis. It's not like he contrived to formally announce his philanthropy.
Catherine Kane 4 days ago
I think that telling people he does this may inspire others to give as well
Must Be Bored Again 4 days ago
The public complains when rich people don’t just completely pay for disasters but hail people like Dolly Parton who deliberately makes her disaster assistance know and is loved for it. Everybody is always voicing their opinions about why rich people don’t give more, maybe they do and people don’t know all they do. Just because this one person admitted he enjoys randomly paying people’s bill he finds on Go Fund Me doesn’t give anyone the right to criticize him. Who knows what else he does? Criticize all you want but he is doing good with his blessings. May you be blessed when you need it most.
C “Ch in dallas” H 4 days ago
The heck with people putting him down! I haven't seen this man call for press conferences when he gets ready to donate. ANYONE who gives to people who need it should be thanked and respected, PERIOD. That is true kindness, and the recipient's lives will forever be changed by his actions!
Barbara Hill 4 days ago
Thank you for being a good , giving man. Forget all the haters,who knows maybe it will encourage other millionaires/billionaires. He and the millionaire/billionaire giving club. are all good people.
Sally Moen 4 days ago
I appreciate the role model that he is. You know there are lots of rich folks that give to charity mostly to get an ego boost, getting their last name attached to buildings and such. This man tells us, yes, he has a public-facing charity, but no, he's not telling us who he funds. That's the real spirit of humility he is bringing, and that is a leader. What's sad is folks needing to use GoFundMe for medical bills.
Awkward lady 1 day ago
Exactly! No one should have to beg for charity to fund medical treatment!
Load More Replies... Henrik Knudsen 3 days ago (edited)
Great job, Kunar! Of course someone has to be offended by this. If he would have bought another house for this money and made it public fewer people would have been upset about it. It's amazing that even for good deeds someone gets bashed like this. Keep on blessing random people. I love it!
winterwidow87 4 days ago
People always say "if you really want to do charity you have to keep quiet about it otherwise it's just a publicity stunt", and at the same time they're like: "why doesn't this wealthy person use their wealth for charity? Here's another selfish asśhôle".
Betsy Hartmann 3 days ago
I think it inspires others to do the same. I've often thought of how many people I would help on go fund me if only I had the money myself. Those who criticize his actions are just showing the world that they are negative people living negative lives
Faye Bosworth 3 days ago
Hes helping people when he doesnt have to. This is a good thing, stop complaining urgh
KatSaidThat 3 days ago
I bet this was one part of that whole interview shoved into the public without context for clickbait.
Calyx Teren 4 days ago
I’m not going to criticize someone for helping others! Sharing that he does it might inspire others. Where’s the hate for all those platinum, gold, silver, brass, tin, and cardboard donors on every local orchestra and theatre?
Earthquake903 4 days ago
The same people who pray in publuc are thevsane ones saying he should keep his donations secret. WIth all these greedy rich people out there, it's good to set an example. Imagine if a few billionaires did the same thing.
Lauren Wilder 1 day ago (edited)
Being of a different culture means fiscal responsibilities toward the community look different. Perhaps this declaration was less for a western audience and more for a global one. Either way im happy to hear that hes doing his part to help others in need.
David 2 days ago
People are truly wretched...I get that true philanthropy should be done in quiet...helping without the need for acknowledgment...but why are people glossing over the fact that he is actually helping people? Isn't that what actually matters? Down here in Miami, we are swamped with stories about wealthy white dudes coming here and donating money to this or that... but then of course demanding that their name be splattered all over it. So when I compare Kunal's behavior to those vapid insecure idiots, I applaud what he is doing.
Anne Roberts 3 days ago (edited)
He might have hoped that his charity toward those in need could be an example for other wealthy people to donate to a great cause. I don't believe he is bragging. I really think he hopes it will be so good example. I wish other people were as caring as him.
Juliana Pizarro 3 days ago
I think this is just him sharing something he likes to do, and it might inspire others to do the same. Not sure why everyone is reacting like its such a d****e move to say he gives to charity. We should all dive to charity, and maybe talk about it more.
Joe Methuen 3 days ago
What if he posted this info to get other wealthy people to do the same kind of thing?
GalPalAl 3 days ago
I love the people who troll and complain about him saying it loud. Sounds like all of you are jealous for not having the same compassion and ability to help others. The irony is that these are people who use social media to chime in on anything just to be seen and heard. So who is the a hole here?
Verena 3 days ago
This is the USA: Where GoFundMe is necessary for the most basic life needs. Let me tell you that in Europe we have also a GoFundMe: It comes in a monthly contribution to health and social security for every citizen, by a fee and taxes. Btw: If it would have concerned a white republican christian, everybody would have been thrilled and praised him.
Stephen Ford 4 days ago
It's good to see my fellow humans are still the same bunch of JAGOFFS they aways have been. If he DOESN'T donate he's a selfish ELITIST and if he DOES he's supposed to SHUT UP about it. Some people will SNIVEL no matter WHAT you do.
Emilu 4 days ago (edited)
Better this than the family of James Van der Beek profiting off GFM when they'd not long bought a $4M+ house. Sorry, if you bought a house that much, you don't need a GFM. I don't give a flying fuck about how much your kids supposedly love it and it'll give good memories to them, etc. If you're in need, you'll take something safe that does what it needs to do. Hard-ass of me? Maybe. However, it's what so many other people have to deal with. Y'know; people that don't have the celebrity clout to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars. Kunal; keep doing what you're doing. And also, fuck the people that "need" a GFM to support their lifestyle, rather than actually survive.
iseefractals 3 days ago
"The RICH are evil, they could help sooooo many people with their wealth and still have more money than they could ever hope to spend! That's what I WOULD DO!" =rich person uses their wealth to help people= "Ugh, charity is supposed to be silent, he's just bragging and shoving it in MY face. I would never tell anyone" These people just keep moving the goal posts....it's almost like :::Gasp:::: the only thing they really care about is "proving" themselves as some kind of victim, while trying to show themselves as morally superior....without actually having to DO anything. This kind of impotent outrage is one of the reasons so many people find the woke scolds on the left so hopelessly insufferable. They spend all their time sitting around talking about what they would do, if only the stars would align and they'd win the lottery or something and then proceed to act as if everyone else is terrible for not living up to their imagination.
Roberta Surprenant 3 days ago
In New Testament we are told by St. James that true religion/charity means not being seen or acknowledged for helping others.
Kate Johnson 3 days ago
So what? I don't think Kunal observes that faith, so he certainly has no obligation to observe it's tenants. Frankly, these days, so many of the people that do, are such a completely rancid example of literally everything taught by Christ, you'd think they wouldn't be so anxious to pop up everywhere to preach at us, seeing as they are such complete failures to actually live out what they say they believe.
Load More Replies... Roberta Surprenant 3 days ago
I am such a good person, admire me now! (Yes, in my mind it was his Raj voice saying that)
Laughing Orc 3 days ago
I'd like to think most of us are capable of differentiating between two completely different actors who happen to be of Indian heritage...
Load More Replies... Lukas (he/him, it/its) 4 days ago
He wasn't. He answered an interview question.
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