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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

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’: 3 Things Rory Gilmore Should Have Known About Journalism, but Just Didn’t

Rory Gilmore knew she wanted to be a journalist before she entered high school. Presented to fans as a bit of a wunderkind, her career had hit a speedbump by the time the revival premiered on Netflix. Her career failures should have been expected, though. Rory knew remarkably little about journalism.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: Keiko Agena Once Revealed Her Favorite Episode

‘Gilmore Girls’ star Keiko Agena will always be Lane Kim to fans of the series. For seven seasons and 154 episodes, Agena portrayed Rory Gilmore’s very best friend. The famed actor is deeply connected to the character and can still remember what it was like to film the pilot more than 20 years ago.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life’: Sean Gunn Joked About Pitching Four Different Final Words

Sean Gunn became a surprise favorite on ‘Gilmore Girls’. Gunn was perfect in the part of eccentric Kirk Gleason, and he’s spoken openly about his love for the series. Gunn, being a bit of a ‘Gilmore Girls’ aficionado, sat down with Jimmy Fallon and revealed his own thoughts about what the final four words of the revival should have been.

by Andrea Francese

Keiko Agena Has a Favorite ‘Gilmore Girls’ Scene

Lane Kim and Rory Gilmore were best friends. While Rory headed off to Chilton, Lane stayed back at Stars Hollow High and provided a haven for Rory during all seven seasons of the show. Keiko Agena, the actor who portrayed Lane, spent most of her time working with Alexis Bledel, but her favorite scene had nothing to do with Rory.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: Rory Gilmore and Logan Huntzberger’s Entire Relationship Had a Celestial Theme

Logan Huntzberger was Rory Gilmore’s longest and most important relationship, by far. The college sweethearts were even contemplating marriage when the show ended back in 2007. While they never managed to get married, some fans can’t help but think the couple was destined to be together. A celestial theme noted throughout the series might be the proof that fans are looking for.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: Do You Remember Everyone Paris Geller Dated?

Paris Geller may have been one of the best characters on ‘Gilmore Girls.’ Paris was only focused on succeeding and getting into Harvard while she was in high school, but that changed quickly. The abrupt and difficult Paris had a fair bit of romance in her young life. She had three major boyfriends during her time on ‘Gilmore Girls.’

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: 4 Mother-Daughter Relationships Besides Lorelai and Rory’s

Lorelai and Rory Gilmore don't have the only mother-daughter relationship on 'Gilmore Girls'. There are multiple mother-daughter relationships that play out on the TV show.

by Mandi Kerr

‘Gilmore Girls’: 5 of Lorelai and Rory’s Most Memorable Food Moments

Lorelai and Rory Gilmore basically live on take-out, food from Luke's Diner, Pop-Tarts, and coffee. Revisit some of their most memorable 'Gilmore Girls' food moments.

by Mandi Kerr

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‘Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life’: Why Was the Role of Tristan Dugray Recast?

Before becoming a full-fledged heartthrob, Chad Michael Murray had a small role in ‘Gilmore Girls'. When he was cast on ‘One Tree Hill’, Tristan Dugray was sent to military school. He wasn’t mentioned again until the Netflix revival. When he showed up at Chilton for a reunion, he looked different. The part of Tristan was recast after Murray turned down the role.

by Andrea Francese

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‘Gilmore Girls’: 3 Unexpectedly Emotional Moments

'Gilmore Girls' followed the lives of Lorelai and Rory Gilmore. The mother and daughter, along with the quirky residents of Stars Hollow, made up a family. While the show was mostly light, every so often, it got unexpectedly deep.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: Is Stars Hollow, Connecticut a Real Place?

Find out if Stars Hallow, the setting of 'Gilmore Girls' is a real place.

by Christina Nunn

‘Gilmore Girls’: 3 Times Luke Danes Was Incredibly Kind

Luke Danes was a good partner to Lorelai Gilmore and a great friend to Rory Gilmore. His kindness and desire to be helpful wasn’t just about the Gilmore girls, though. Despite his surly attitude, Luke was kind and generous to many people in his life, including Kirk Gleason.

by Andrea Francese

Lauren Graham ‘Realized the Impact’ of ‘Gilmore Girls’ While Starring on Broadway

Lauren Graham "realized the impact" of 'Gilmore Girls' when she met fans of the TV show while performing on Broadway in 2009.

by Mandi Kerr

The ‘Gilmore Girls’ Relationship That’s Just ‘as Essential’ as Lorelai and Rory’s, According to Lauren Graham

Lauren Graham once called the relationship between Lorelai Gilmore and Emily Gilmore just "as essential" to 'Gilmore Girls' as the Lorelai-Rory relationship.

by Mandi Kerr

‘Gilmore Girls’ Birthday Episodes Ranked, According to IMDb

Lorelai and Rory Gilmore celebrated a number of birthdays on 'Gilmore Girls', including their own. How do the TV show's birthday episodes stack up against each other? The first 'Gilmore Girls' birthday episode ranks the best on IMDb.

by Mandi Kerr

‘Gilmore Girls’: Does a Season 5 Episode Title Prove That Logan and Rory Were Soulmates?

'Logan Huntzberger, Dean Forrester, or Jess Mariano. ‘Gilmore Girls’ fans have debated who was the best boyfriend for Rory Gilmore for years. A season 5 episode title might finally put the debate to rest. Logan Huntzberger first appeared in an episode that referenced fate. Is it a subtle way of revealing Rory’s true love?

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: Realistically, How Much Would Luke Danes Have Made as a Small Business Owner?

‘Gilmore Girls’ fans spent seven years watching Luke Danes and Lorelai Gilmore’s relationship develop. They learned a bit about Luke’s family and his hobbies, but his finances remained a mystery. While it's largely accepted that Luke had a decent amount of money, fans don’t know exactly how much he would have earned from his diner. It’s surprisingly little.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: 5 Times Logan Huntzberger Proved Just How Wealthy He Is

Logan Huntzberger is the heir to a massive fortune on 'Gilmore Girls'. He's Rory Gilmore's college boyfriend and he demonstrates just how much money he actually has multiple times throughout the series.

by Mandi Kerr

‘Gilmore Girls’: 3 Times Lorelai Gilmore Had to Go to Richard and Emily for Money

Lorelai Gilmore’s monetary troubles were heavily featured on ‘Gilmore Girls’ and in the Netflix revival, ‘Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life’. Luckily, Lorelai had her parents wealth to fall back on. The independent business owner asked Richard and Emily Gilmore for money multiple times.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: 2 Characters That Were a Better Fit for Lane Kim Than Zack

Lane Kim was a fan favorite on ‘Gilmore Girls’ because of her rebellious spirit and dedication to her passion. Because fans were rooting for her, they hated that she ended up married with twins when ‘Gilmore Girls’ ended. They largely blame her pairing with Zack for her decidedly average life. They think two other characters would have been a much better fit.

by Andrea Francese

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