Lauren Graham and Kelly Bishop, known for their roles in the beloved TV series Gilmore Girls, recently reunited. On Friday, June 28, Graham shared a photo via Instagram with the caption, “Here’s to the ladies who lunch.”
Reunion Look
In the photo, both actresses sported large sunglasses. Graham, 57, known for her role in Parenthood, wore a bucket hat, while Bishop, 80, who also starred in Dirty Dancing, kept her look sophisticated with a black jacket, hoop earrings, and a silver necklace.
Fan Reactions
Fans were thrilled to see the duo together again, expressing their excitement in the comments. One fan simply wrote, “Icons,” while another called the reunion “a cultural reset.” A third fan wished for the return of Gilmore Girls as a full-time series, not just a reboot. Another comment read, “Two lovely ladies! ❤.”
Gilmore Girls Legacy
Kelly Bishop played Emily Gilmore, the mother of Lorelai Gilmore, portrayed by Lauren Graham, on the WB TV series. Gilmore Girls originally aired from 2000 to 2007, and Netflix released a revival miniseries in 2016.
The series also featured Alexis Bledel as Rory Gilmore, the youngest Gilmore girl, who navigated complex relationships with characters Dean Forester (Jared Padalecki), Jess Mariano (Milo Ventimiglia), and Logan Huntzberger (Matt Czuchry) in the fictional town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut.
Graham and Bishop’s Friendship
Lauren Graham praised her longstanding friendship with Kelly Bishop at a promotional event for her second memoir, “Have I Told You This Already?: Stories I Don’t Want to Forget to Remember,” in May. Graham remarked on the significance of having friends from different age groups, saying, “I have a friend, she’s 80 years old. We go to lunch, we talk about the same thing. There’s no difference.” Bishop will publish her memoir, “The Third Gilmore Girl,” in September.
Additional Cast Members
The show’s cast also included notable actors such as Sean Gunn, Melissa McCarthy, Scott Patterson, Liza Weil, Keiko Agena, Yanic Truesdale, and Edward Herrmann. McCarthy, who played Lorelai’s best friend Sookie St. James, shared humorous anecdotes about the challenging filming conditions, including pretending it was cold while shooting in hot weather in Burbank, California.
Wrapping Up
The reunion of Lauren Graham and Kelly Bishop brought joy to Gilmore Girls fans, reminding them of the iconic series and its memorable characters. To revisit the magic of Stars Hollow, consider watching your favorite episodes or catch up on the revival series. For more entertainment content and updates, visit HitPlay.