As a devoted fan of the Gilmore Girls franchise for over a decade now, I have to admit that the lives and experiences of these characters, especially those behind the scenes, have become as much a part of my world as Stars Hollow itself. The rich tapestry woven by the cast and creators is truly a testament to their passion and dedication.
Coffee, please, but this time hold the shot of cynicism.
It required numerous years and an ample amount of coffee for Lorelai Gilmore and Luke Danes on “Gilmore Girls” to navigate their relationship towards each other, but by the time the 2016 miniseries follow-up “A Year in the Life” arrived, the beloved pair from Stars Hollow were ready to marry. Now, let’s consider where they stand eight years later, as there are some insights provided by Lauren Graham.
In a private chat with TopMob News, the actress confirmed that they remain a couple. She didn’t elaborate on any potential future family additions, but hinted at a content life they’re enjoying together in their hometown.
The big surprise about Rory (Alexis Bledel) being pregnant just as the limited series ended, which left her mom Lorelai in a new married state. Even though we know what Luke and Lorelai are up to currently, Lauren and Scott don’t want to speculate too much about where their characters are today.
And there are two reasons for that.
Lauren, at 57 years old, made it clear that they have no control over their future, as it lies in the hands of creator Amy Sherman-Palladino. Moreover, she doesn’t wish to contradict fans’ beliefs about what has happened.
Still, they know it’s a hot topic. “This gets us in trouble,” she said, to which Scott added, “Anything you say is going to go viral.”
As an ardent fan, I can hardly contain my excitement! Not only do we get to bask in the knowledge that Luke and Lorelai are living their dreamy fairytale, but we’ll also be treated to a delightful Walmart ad featuring these two lovebirds. In this heartwarming scene, Luke, the mastermind behind the diner, demonstrates once more his knack for winning over Lorelai – and he does so with none other than coffee!
In our collaboration with Walmart, Lauren and I found ourselves not just reconnecting with each other but also with our cherished characters. This unique opportunity even brought us back to the very set of Stars Hollow where we filmed Gilmore Girls from 2000 to 2007, a return that was further sweetened by our time there for Netflix’s A Year in the Life.
As Scott, aged 66, walked past our former parking spots and trailer locations, he acknowledged that the moment was incredibly emotional for him. He’s often shared his sentiment that a stable job is wonderful, but it was this specific location where all his dreams materialized.
For Lauren, the briefest glimpse into Luke and Lorelei’s life—not to mention an even smaller glimpse into what Kirk (Sean Gunn) is up to—was a beautiful tribute to their show.
As a long-time admirer, it was truly delightful for me to find myself right at home in this endeavor. Overhearing someone express, “I can’t believe Sean Gunn is the delivery guy!”, I couldn’t help but reply, “Believe it, for Kirk has his hand in everything around here.” It was simply a joy to return to that creative realm once more.
Fans can rejoice as they get to witness Luke and Lorelai continuing their fairy-tale life, and in addition, they’ll have the chance to catch glimpses of their tender moments in a fresh Walmart advertisement. Here, Luke, the proprietor of Luke’s Diner, demonstrates once more his knack for winning over Lorelai – all through the power of coffee.
Not only did their partnership with Walmart lead Lauren and Scott back together, both as individuals and their beloved characters, it also took them back to the Stars Hollow set where they filmed Gilmore Girls from 2000 to 2007 and later for Netflix’s A Year in the Life.
Reflecting on the former parking areas and trailer sites, Scott, aged 66, openly acknowledged that the moment was deeply moving for him. He has often expressed his gratitude for having a stable job, but this location is where all his dreams became reality.
For Lauren, the briefest glimpse into Luke and Lorelei’s life—not to mention an even smaller glimpse into what Kirk (Sean Gunn) is up to—was a beautiful tribute to their show.
She found one of the enjoyable aspects to be the sense of familiarity it brought,” she exclaimed. “Someone commented, ‘Aren’t you amazed that Sean Gunn is the courier?’ To which I replied, ‘No, not at all, because Kirk handles every job around here.’ It was delightful to return to the creative realm again.
As a lifestyle expert, I must say, while many of us yearn for another revival of “Gilmore Girls,” it’s crucial to remember that any potential reunion should always be about telling a compelling story first and foremost.
In simpler terms, the former Parenthood star mentioned that achieving what reunited them in the past would require similar effort this time. He added that it’s about making progress creatively, giving fans what they desire while staying true to their existing work. These are challenging ideas to define precisely.
Despite no immediate official sequel to the Gilmore Girls series being on the horizon, both Lauren and Scott express enthusiasm about revisiting Stars Hollow whenever the ideal opportunity presents itself. In Lauren’s words, “Perhaps we’ll simply carry on with something and keep it going.
For more secrets about Gilmore Girls, read on.
The setting of the show, Stars Hollow (now renowned as one of TV’s favorite backdrops), was born from an unanticipated trip Amy Sherman-Palladino made to Washington, Connecticut. Enchanted by the locals, customs she saw, and inn where she stayed, she departed this quaint town with a series idea in her mind—even some pilot dialogue.
If I could evoke even a fraction of the emotions I experienced wandering through this enchanting town in others, Sherman-Palladino expressed to Deseret News, it would truly be magical.
2. Alexis Bledel, who was still a student at New York University and hadn’t yet had any credited roles, tried out for the part of Rory during auditions.
During an interview on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Bledel reminisced about her experience: “I was unwell and a student at NYU. They repeatedly asked me to audition again.” She admitted going back approximately six times. Interestingly, she wasn’t a highly experienced actor yet. She was still learning the ropes, getting a bit frustrated along the way. However, her boss appreciated her attitude, stating, “That’s our girl!” Bledel wondered if they would call her again, and the boss responded, “I like that, it’s perfect.
3. Gilmore Girls without Lauren Graham as Lorelai? Unimaginable, right? But it almost happened.
In his 2016 book, “Talking As Fast As I Can: From Gilmore Girls to Gilmore Girls (and Everything in Between)”, Graham wrote that he received the script for the pilot of “Gilmore Girls” while he was in New York. He was residing in a friend’s studio apartment, anxiously waiting to learn if the NBC series he had recently completed, titled “Don Rooses‘ M.Y.O.B.“, would be renewed for another season or would be canceled instead.
Fortunately for us, M.Y.O.B. wasn’t selected, thereby giving Graham the opportunity to take on the fast-talking lead role, a benefit that extended to any actress under consideration for the part as well.
She described a unique sense of familiarity and intense desire upon reading something that temporarily overwhelmed her as, “An unusual realization occurs infrequently when I come across something I yearn for so strongly, it makes me momentarily lose my mind.” This feeling is a blend of ‘Ah, there you are again,’ and ‘Everyone step aside, this is mine.’
4. Scott Patterson stood out as the sole contender during the auditions for the role of Luke, captivating the casting team with his blend of charm and grumpiness in portraying the diner owner who later became Lorelai’s husband.
Jill Anthony, the casting director, revealed to Vanity Fair that Amy asserted, “I don’t require meetings with anyone else.” She was firm about her decision, stating confidently, “It’s a fact: he’s one hundred percent right.
But Patterson never thought he was going to sport Luke’s signature hat and flannel shirts.
On that particular day, the actor explained to Glamour that he had three auditions scheduled. This one was the second one he attended. He had rehearsed one scene for it, but he was supposed to have prepared two. So, he went in and performed as planned, no longer worrying about the outcome…he knew he wouldn’t get the role on Gilmore Girls. The script was exceptional; they were planning to offer it to established stars, so he felt his time was better spent. He was running late for another audition and feared getting a ticket, so could he please be excused?
5. Before Jared Padalecki secured the leading role as Rory’s first love, Dean Forester, there were initially two other Canadian actors who were let go from the show. This was because the character had been modified to be less “unconventional,” as Anthony clarified to Vanity Fair.
6. Both Ryan Gosling and Chris Pine tried out for the show, but it was Gosling who read for a minor role. Interestingly, casting director Jami Rudofsky revealed at the 2015 ATX TV Festival that his audition didn’t quite hit the mark.
Pine, meanwhile, revealed his father, actor Robert Pine, had secured him an audition (his first professional one), though he couldn’t remember for which part. As he said in a W Magazine video, “I dunno, maybe a boyfriend.”
7. Although Melissa McCarthy eventually rose to become a prominent comedy figure in Hollywood, Sherman-Palladino disclosed that she had to struggle to cast the actress as the endearing and eccentric chef Sookie.
“They were hesitant. It wasn’t that they didn’t appreciate her, but she brought a unique energy, a different kind of vibe,” Sherman-Palladino clarified during the cast’s reunion panel at the 2015 ATX TV Festival. “The character was simply written for a woman; there were no specific physical requirements or body type. I said, ‘I need someone with a good sense of humor who could truly act.'”
Despite Sherman-Palladino immediately recognizing that McCarthy was the ideal candidate as soon as she walked in, she acknowledged, “It was a challenging proposition. It took some time… everyone eventually agreed, but it took a few episodes.
8. In the initial episode, Sookie was portrayed by Alex Borstein, but she had to vacate the role due to her commitments to MADtv. Later, she appeared sporadically in the series as a harpist and stylist. Sherman-Palladino eventually cast Borstein in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, where she won two Emmys for her performance on the Amazon sitcom.
10. Initially, Liza Weil tried out for the role of Rory, but producers felt she wasn’t quite the right fit despite being impressed. However, they hinted that there might be a role for her if the show got picked up. Little did Weil know, they not only found a role, but they crafted one specifically for her – the character of Paris, who later became Rory’s adversary-turned-ally. At first, Weil was hesitant about taking on the challenging role of Paris.
In a light-hearted manner, the actor from How to Get Away With Murder playfully expressed surprise at reading what was written about him in the past. He initially couldn’t believe someone would dare to do that! However, now he finds it quite flattering and is genuinely pleased about it.
11. The chemistry between Graham and Bledel was more luck than skill, since they didn’t meet until their first day on set. In fact, due to Bledel’s inexperience with acting, Graham had to guide her by holding onto her on-screen daughter’s arm to ensure she hit the right marks.
“People say, ‘You two have such great chemistry,'” Graham quipped on Today. “And I’m like, ‘I’m practically devouring her. That’s why.’
12. Unlike many other actors, Graham and Bledel often ate the food that Lorelai and Rory were eating in the series, which fans know was a considerable amount.
13. According to casting director Mara Casey, during the course of the show, Bledel had real-life relationships with two of her primary on-screen love interests.
Back in 2016, she shared with Life & Style that we once joked about involving all of Alexis’ real-life boyfriends in our projects. At the time, she was dating Jared and Milo Ventimiglia, and also Chris Heuisler, a young actor from New York who appeared as a guest character. He was a very nice guy.
14. Initially, Sean Gunn was known as Stars Hollow’s DSL installer Mick. However, his role evolved into a series regular as the eccentric Kirk, who had a unique job in each episode. But why the name change? Gunn himself explained that Sherman-Palladino had simply overlooked the fact he already had a character name.
15. The WB had plans for a spinoff featuring Ventimiglia, using the third season episode “Here Comes the Son” as a trial run for the new show. If produced, Windward Circle would have focused on Jess’ life in Venice Beach, California, but unfortunately, due to financial constraints, the series never materialized.
16. Towards the end of its seventh season, discussions arose about exploring Rory’s adult life further, as Lauren Graham chose not to reprise her role.
At some point, Graham clearly stated, “‘I won’t be returning,'” he shared with TV Guide. “They considered the possibility of continuing with just Alexis. However, I don’t want to speculate about her feelings, but both of us had discussions back and forth about it. In the end, neither of us wanted to proceed without each other.
She went on saying, “They were brainstorming every possible angle. At one point, there was speculation that I might take on a role behind the scenes instead of being in the spotlight as before.
17. Negotiations hit a dead end, causing an uproar in Stars Hollow when it was disclosed that Sherman-Palladino and her husband Daniel Palladino would not renew their contracts for the seventh (and last) season.
Essentially, what Palladino stated to TV Guide was that we couldn’t agree on a new contract with the studio. They had also attempted to secure a long-term agreement.
She clarified that deals come with various aspects. Essentially, what we requested wasn’t outlandish or unreasonable. It wasn’t a request for the impossible. In essence, it was about safeguarding the integrity of the program.
Sherman-Palladino confessed that handing over the reins to their replacement, Dave Rosenthal, felt terrifying, almost like a distressing dream.
And she’s since revealed she’s never watched the final season.
18. For quite some time, whispers of strained relationships behind the scenes between Patterson and Graham persisted, even as their on-screen pairing as Luke and Lorelai was undeniably captivating. Many ardent fans speculated that this tension might have contributed to their beloved characters’ split in a controversial season six plotline. However, after the series concluded, Graham dismissed these rumors in an interview with TV Guide.
She acknowledged that the situation might have been exaggerated, but she clarified her relationship with David Sutcliffe, who portrayed Rory’s father Christopher on the show. She admitted there could have been a misperception about her actions, possibly due to people assuming she was trying to favor him because they are friends. However, she emphasized that this was not the case.
Similarly, Graham shared the same level of dissatisfaction and frustration felt by the fans due to the unclear conclusion of Luke and Lorelai’s relationship in the initial broadcast of the series.
She shared with TV Guide that she thoroughly enjoyed the dynamic between Luke and Lorelai, but felt their storyline didn’t wrap up nicely for her. She added, “We weren’t certain if it was truly the end. Amy wasn’t present during the last season. I can’t comment on it because it didn’t have a fully satisfying resolution.
19. Since she left the show following season six, it didn’t conclude as Amy Sherman-Palladino originally envisioned. She wasn’t afraid to express this dissatisfaction, keeping fans intrigued for years about the “last four words” that were meant to wrap up the Gilmore women’s storyline.
For years after their interviews, almost every conversation would inevitably revolve around those enigmatic words. Yet, the Palladinos always kept tight-lipped about any specifics, a decision that sparked hope in fans like me. “I can’t fully reveal [my theories],” Sherman-Palladino shared with Entertainment Weekly, for if a movie ever gets made, I’d be diving back into uncharted territory, and then I’d find myself in quite the predicament!
Back in 2016, when Netflix revealed plans for a revival, it became official that the four-episode series would conclude with the eagerly anticipated phrase consisting of just four words. You can find more details on this here. (Indeed, they lived up to expectations.)
20. Lorelai’s parents, Richard and Emily Gilmore, portrayed by Edward Herrmann and Kelly Bishop, developed a strong bond off-screen. In fact, Herrmann’s spouse, Star Herrmann, affectionately referred to Bishop as his “second wife.” Tragically, Herrmann passed away in 2014 at the age of 71 after a long fight against brain cancer. Just before his passing, his wife invited Bishop to spend time with him.
She informed Vanity Fair that she was the sole individual we had encountered, and both he and she found it significant.
At the ATX TV Festival’s cast reunion panel, a seat on stage was kept vacant as a tribute to Herrmann, with Bishop describing the invitation as both touching and bittersweet.
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