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Alexis Bledel as Rory Gilmore and Lauren Graham as Lorelai Gilmore in 'Gilmore Girls' Season 3 | Mitchell Haddad/CBS Photo Archive via Getty Images
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Gilmore Girls is a drama series from the WB by creator Amy Sherman-Palladino. The series follows Lorelai and Rory Gilmore, a mother-daughter duo with a best-friend relationship, as they navigate love, family, and growing up. The series stars Lauren Graham as Lorelai Gilmore and Emmy Award-Winning actor Alexis Bledel as Rory Gilmore. The series ran for seven seasons from 2000- 2007. In 2016, Netflix revived the series for the four-part mini-series, Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life.
Premiere: Oct. 5, 2000 Seasons: 7 TV Genres: Drama Where to Watch: Netflix Main Cast: Lauren Graham, Alexis Bledel, Melissa McCarthy, Edward Herrmann, Kelly Bishop, Keiko Agena, Scott Patterson, Liza Weil, Milo Ventimiglia, and Matt Czuchry. Revival: Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life
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‘Gilmore Girls’: An On-Set Joke Got Melissa McCarthy In Trouble With 2 Tour Groups
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‘Gilmore Girls’ Cast Members Who Have Died Since the Series Ended
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Milo Ventimiglia

‘The Company You Keep’ Cast Calls Milo Ventimiglia the ‘F***ing Mayor’

As the executive producer and star of 'The Company You Keep' on ABC, Milo Ventimiglia's opinion carries a lot of weight on the set of the show.

by Sarah Little

Published on March 12, 2023

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Milo Ventimiglia as Charlie sitting at a restaurant dinner table in The Company You Keep

‘The Company You Keep’: Milo Ventimiglia Is Ready for Some ‘Sexiness’ After ‘This Is Us’

Milo Ventimiglia went from playing beloved family man Jack Pearson in 'This Is Us' to con artist Charlie Nicoletti in 'The Company You Keep.' Here's why he was ready for the change.

by Elise Nelson

Jon Huertas and Milo Ventimiglia on the set of NBC's 'This Is Us.'

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‘This Is Us’ Stars Milo Ventimiglia and Jon Huertas Reunite for New ABC Series

Former 'This Is Us' best pals Milo Ventimiglia and Jon Huertas will team up once again for several episodes of Milo's new ABC series, 'The Company You Keep.'

by Lucille Barilla

Amy Sherman-Palladino Blames ‘Rings of Power’ for the Cancelation of ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’

Amy Sherman-Palladino wrapped up 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' and is moving on to her next project, but she wasn't exactly ready to move on.

by Andrea Francese

Published on May 28, 2023

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‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ Actor Reveals He Was Asked ‘Oh Yeah, Can You Ice Skate’? [Exclusive]

'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' star Austin Basis revealed that the ice skating scene was the first scene they shot for season 5.

by Gina Ragusa

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Marin Hinkle Loved Rose Weissman’s Joie De Vivre in ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ – ‘Even if I Only Dress in Sweatpants Again’

Marin Hinkle said playing Rose Weissman on 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' gave her a fresh perspective on how she sees the world.

by Gina Ragusa

‘I’m Alive, B****!’: Martha Stewart’s Nemesis Claps Back After False Death Claim

Martha Stewart discussed her trail and subsequent charges related to insider trading in 'Martha,' alleging a reporter who regularly covered the story was 'dead, thank goodness.,'

by Lucille Barilla

Published on November 11, 2024

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Martha Stewart at the Netflix 'Martha' documentary premiere

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Martha Stewart Can’t Stand How the ‘Martha’ Netflix Documentary Ends: ‘I Hate It’

Netflix's 'Martha' documentary began streaming on Oct. 30, 2024.

by Mandi Kerr

Hallmark Christmas Movies Are Now Streaming on Netflix

Ten Hallmark Christmas movies, including 'Haul Out the Holly' and 'A Heidelberg Holiday' are now streaming on Netflix.

by Megan Elliott

‘Gilmore Girls’: Dean Forrester’s Downward Spiral Documented

'Gilmore Girls' might have been about Lorelai Gilmore and her daughter Rory, but their love interests helped make the show interesting. Rory dated Dean Forrester for two years, and while he started as a nice guy, he had a downward spiral that still confuses fans.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: Did Anna Nardini Lie to Luke and Lorelai?

'Gilmore Girls' fans mostly hate Anna Nardini and April Nardini because of their effect on Luke and Lorelai's relationship. While April's sudden appearance almost ruined everything, fans think that was Anna's plan all along. Did Luke's ex-girlfriend lie about her family tree?

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: 3 Small Inconsistencies That Still Bother Fans

'Gilmore Girls' had several series plot holes. Fans have spent years trying to figure out where Lane Kim's father went, how Lorelai affords her lifestyle, and why she settled in Stars Hollow. In between the major plot holes exist small inconsistencies that are equally baffling.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: Scott Patterson Admits He and Lauren Graham Were ‘Nervous’ for First Luke-Lorelai Kiss

Scott Patterson says he and Lauren Graham were nervous before filming Luke Danes and Lorelai Gilmore's first on-screen kiss because they "knew it was a big moment."

by Mandi Kerr

‘Gilmore Girls’ Star Scott Patterson Admits He Doesn’t ‘Remember a Lot’ of Jess Mariano’s Storylines

Scott Patterson's watching every episode of 'Gilmore Girls' as part of his 'I'm All In' podcast and the Luke Danes actor is gearing up for his on-screen nephew's introduction. Scott Patterson admits he doesn't remember much of Milo Ventimiglia's Jess Mariano storyline but he enjoyed playing his uncle.

by Mandi Kerr

‘Gilmore Girls’: Lauren Graham Approves of Scott Patterson’s Kissing Prowess

Lauren Graham and Scott Patterson were on-screen love interests in 'Gilmore Girls'. Thankfully for Graham, kissing her on-screen beau was a perfectly nice experience. At least that's what she said during a Reddit AMA. Patterson hasn't weighed in with his thoughts.

by Andrea Francese

'Gilmore Girls' actor Melissa McCarthy smiling

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‘Gilmore Girls’: An On-Set Joke Got Melissa McCarthy In Trouble With 2 Tour Groups

Melissa McCarthy is known for her comedic timing. The famed comedian doesn't turn it off when her characters take a break, either. McCarthy once recalled that she got in trouble with two different tour groups because she was trying to joke around with the prop team on 'Gilmore Girls'.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: Scott Patterson Said the Food at Luke’s Diner Was ‘Old’

Lorelai and Rory often ate at Luke's Diner, but was the food real? Scott Patterson explained why the food was old.

by Nicole Weaver

‘Gilmore Girls’: Lauren Graham and Scott Patterson Have Something in Common

'Gilmore Girls' star, Scott Patterson, is hosting a podcast all about the show. The famed actor admitted he never watched an episode before preparing for the podcast. Lauren Graham made the same revelation in her book 'Talking as Fast as I Can.'

by Andrea Francese

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‘Gilmore Girls’: How the Theme Song Foreshadowed the Last 4 Words

'Gilmore Girls' fans tried to figure out the last four words for years. But the theme song had a hint in it the whole time.

by Nicole Weaver

‘Gilmore Girls’: 1 Deleted Scene Shows Who Got Chilton’s Salutatorian Honor Over Paris

'Gilmore Girls' fans were puzzled when Rory was named Chilton's valedictorian over Paris — so who was the salutatorian?

by Matt Gray

‘Gilmore Girls’ Almost Had a Different Title, and It Was Referenced in the Series

'Gilmore Girls' fan base continues to grow. The feel-good dramedy seems almost timeless at this point. The show, however, was almost named something different. 'The Gilmore Way' was seriously considered as a title. It was so seriously considered that the alternate title is mentioned multiple times in the original series.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: Luke and Lorelai’s Relationship Was Foreshadowed in Episode 2

Luke Danes and Lorelai Gilmore married at the end of 'Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life'. Fans waited nearly two decades to see their favorite couple finally tie the knot. Still, showrunner, Amy Sherman-Palladino hinted at their romance in the first couple episodes of 'Gilmore Girls'.

by Andrea Francese

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‘Good Girls’: Mae Whitman Says Lauren Graham Helped Her Prepare for the Role of Annie

Before 'Good Girls', Mae Whitman and Lauren Graham played mother and daughter on the NBC show 'Parenthood.' The actor shared how her TV mom helped her become Annie Marks.

by Elizabeth Randolph

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‘Gilmore Girls’: Rory’s Double Standard With Paris Proves She’s a Hypocrite

Rory was a big hypocrite on 'Gilmore Girls' especially with her friendship with Paris.

by Christina Nunn

‘Gilmore Girls’: Do You Remember Rory Gilmore’s Worst Lies?

Rory Gilmore had a habit of lying when things weren’t going her way or when she was placed in a difficult situation. During the seven-season run of ‘Gilmore Girls’, Rory told her biggest lies to Logan Huntzberger, Dean Forrester, and her Yale pal, Lucy. Do you remember the three times Rory’s lies hurt the people around her?

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: Amy Sherman-Palladino Was Only Disappointed in 1 Storyline from Season 7

The rebellious Lane Kim's storyline came to a screeching halt when she got pregnant with tweens on her honeymoon. 'Gilmore Girls' fans have bemoaned the disappointing end to Lane's rock journey ever since. Amy Sherman-Palladino was also disappointed to find Lane pregnant when she returned to pen 'Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life'.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’ Pilot: Scott Patterson Remembers Moment of ‘Absolute Perfection’ With Lauren Graham

Scott Patterson's favorite moment between his character, Luke Danes, and Lorelai Gilmore (Lauren Graham) is their first scene together at Luke's Diner in the 'Gilmore Girls' pilot.

by Mandi Kerr

‘Gilmore Girls’: 3 Times the Show Failed to Adequately Write off a Character

'Gilmore Girls' might have been about Rory and Lorelaim, but fans were equally invested in the lives of the residents of Stars Hollow. Still, there were several characters that seemed to vanish into thin air. Whatever happened to Kyle Gibson, Jason Stiles and Lorelai's annoying neighbor, Dwight?

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: A Year in the Life 2′: Scott Patterson Wants to See Meryl Streep Take on a Role

For the first time, Scott Patterson is watching Gilmore Girls more than 20 years after the pilot aired. While he is going back to Stars Hollow, Patterson wants to learn more about his character's background. He even knows who he wants to play his mother. Patterson thinks Meryl Streep would be a good fit.

by Andrea Francese

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