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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’: Alexis Bledel Dated All But 1 of the Actors Who Played Rory’s Boyfriends
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‘Gilmore Girls’ Cast Members Who Have Died Since the Series Ended
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‘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

All of the Times ‘Gilmore Girls’ Stars Reconnected in 2024

The stars of 'Gilmore Girls' have come reunited several times in the last few months. While a second revival isn't happening yet, the mini reunions are fun to see.

by Andrea Francese

Published on December 20, 2024

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Taron Egerton, who didn't want to go 'full on Tom Cruise' in 'Carry-On,' runs in a scene from the Netflix movie.

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Taron Egerton Didn’t ‘Want to Go Full Tom Cruise’ in ‘Carry-On’

Taron Egerton stars in Netflix's new Christmas thriller/action movie, 'Carry-On.'

by Mandi Kerr

Jack standing in his bar in 'Virgin River' Season 6

‘Virgin River’ Season 6: Is [Spoiler] Dead?

A dramatic development in the 'Virgin River' Season 6 finale sets the stage for season 7.

by Megan Elliott

‘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

‘Gilmore Girls’: Lorelai Was Never Going to Marry Max, According to 1 Deleted Scene

'Gilmore Girls' had 1 deleted scene that showed Lorelai never wanted to marry Max.

by Brandi Yetzer

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‘Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life 2’: Scott Patterson’s Idea for a Second Revival Gives Luke and Lorelai a Chance to Raise a Child

Scott Patterson is talking about a potential second season of ‘Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life 2,’ and he even has his storyline all picked out. Patterson says he would like to see Rory Gilmore drop her baby off to be raised by Luke and Lorelai while pursuing a job in Europe. If you think it’s already been done before, you are right.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: Scott Patterson Is Firmly Team Jess

Scott Patterson spent seven seasons playing Luke Danes on 'Gilmore Girls'. During the show's illustrious run, Patterson formed his own opinions about who Rory Gilmore should end up with. Unsurprisingly, he wants Rory to end up in his family. Patterson thinks Rory and Jess Mariano could make things work long term.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: Rory’s Double Standards Proves She Lacked Self Awareness

Rory is arguably a flawed protagonist in 'Gilmore Girls.'

by Eduard Varnham

‘Gilmore Girls’: Did Amy Sherman-Palladino Use a Pilot Script Typo to Develop a Later Season Comedy Bit?

Scott Patterson's new podcast, 'I Am All In,' is pulling back the curtain on 'Gilmore Girls.' He may have revealed that Jason Stiles's mispronunciation of his name in season 4 came about thanks to a typo in Patterson's audition script.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: Yanic Truesdale Reveals His Favorite Filming Moment

'Gilmore Girls' fans loved Michel Gerrard for his quips and dry humor. While Michel hated everything about Stars Hollow and his job, Yanic Truesdale, the actor who portrayed him, did not. Truesdale told Scott Patterson that he has a favorite moment from the series. It's a classic Michel scene.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: The Plot Twist That Proved Luke Is a Hypocrite

Gilmore Girls is one of those TV shows that has earned a cult following, with thousands of fans turning to the series for comfort and laughs.

by Christina Nunn

‘Gilmore Girls’: Why Lorelai and Luke Shouldn’t Raise Rory’s Baby

There is a theory Luke and Lorelai might raise Rory's baby if 'Gilmore Girls' returns. Here are a few reasons why that shouldn't happen.

by Nicole Weaver

‘Gilmore Girls’: 3 Things About the Pilot That Make Absolutely No Sense

The 'Gilmore Girls' pilot aired more than 20 years ago. Since then, the show has gained more and more fans. Netflix is largely credited with helping the series reach new audiences. Each unique rewatch, however, seems to bring out more plot holes. There were three things in the pilot alone that make no sense looking back.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: 4 Questions Scott Patterson Should Answer on ‘I’m All in’

Luke Danes is all in. Scott Patterson, the actor who played the diner owner, is hosting a 'Gilmore Girls' rewatch podcast. Will he talk about Lorelai and Luke's relationship? The father of Rory's baby? Here are just a few questions he should answer on 'I'm All In'.

by Mandi Kerr

‘Gilmore Girls’: Scott Patterson’s Favorite Scene Happens to Be a Fan Favorite, Too

'Gilmore Girls' fans fell in love with Luke Danes during season 1. When he finally sealed the deal with Lorelai Gilmore, they swooned. Scott Patterson, the actor who portrayed Luke, has a favorite moment from the show, and it involves his first liplock with Lorelai.

by Andrea Francese

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