Kaley Cuoco Fights Darth Vader in a Post-Divorce Charity Competition—See the Pics!

The Big Bang actress participates in fighting match to raise money for Ride On, a horse therapy charity

By Samantha Schnurr Oct 05, 2015 2:04 PMTags
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Despite her very recent divorce, Kaley Cuoco isn't letting anything kill her spirits—not even Darth Vader. 

The Big Bang Theory actress donned a full Luke Skywalker ensemble as she competed on horseback at the Longines Masters of Los Angeles Pro-Am Style & Competition for Charity event in L.A. Saturday—saber and all. While ex-husband Ryan Sweeting may no longer be in the picture, Cuoco joined a full cast of characters of the famed films, including Chewbacca, Princess Leia and Han Solo, for an in-character photo shoot in celebration of a job well done.

"Had an amazing night with my Star Wars team at the @mastersgrandslam charity class benefitting #rideon !!!!" the 29-year-old captioned the photo on her Instagram

The event featured eight teams composed of one professional rider and one amateur rider all competing for the charity of their choice. Each team had to dress up in theme and ride horseback to music that supported their theme. Denise Richards, Perrey Reeves, and KTLA anchor Sam Rubin sat on the judging panel to determine a winner based on the style and elegance of the team members and their horses as well as penalties along the course.

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Cuoco and teammate Tracy Wade, who dawned the Darth Vader suit, donated their $35,000 winnings to Ride On, Cuoco's horse therapy charity.

Other celebrity sightings included Bill Gates and Bruce Springsteen, who were there to support their daughters competing in the inaugural Gucci Gold Cup also taking place that evening. 

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Despite splitting from her ex-husband of 21 months only two weeks ago, Cuoco seems to be adapting to single life with a big smile and hands gripped to the reigns. A passionate equestrian, Cuoco recently accomplished a lifelong goal by purchasing a horse she named Zaza and has been participating in competitions, including the Flintridge Autumn Classic.

It looks like Cuoco's definitely not having any problems getting back in the saddle. 

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