Tragic Details of The Gilmore Girls Cast

“Gilmore Girls” was one of the most popular shows of the early 2000s, running from 2000 to 2007. Despite premiering over 20 years ago, the show is as popular as ever due to Netflix and the “Gilmore Girls” reunion series dubbed “Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life.” It’s the ultimate cozy comfort TV show for veteran fans and those who just got introduced to it.

“Gilmore Girls” launched many celebs to stardom, including Alexis Bledel, Lauren Graham, and most notably movie star Melissa McCarthy. However, despite reaching success, these stars have also had to deal with their fair share of tragedy.

Edward Herrmann’s death devastated everyone

Playing the memorable role of Richard Gilmore, Edward Herrmann played a grandfather who adored his granddaughter Rory. He was beloved by all the cast, who shared an unbreakable bond with each other. Herrmann shocked everyone when he passed away at 71 from brain cancer in 2014. He had kept the cancer a secret, and not too many of the cast members were aware of it.

Lauren Graham’s eating disorder

Graham looked fantastic during her time on the show, but came at a cost. Despite Rory and Lorelei being obsessed with junk food and take-out while remaining slender, the reality was very different. In a 2011 interview with Health.com, Graham revealed that she had been on a diet since she was a young child and admitted that society’s expectations surrounding women’s weight led her to eating disorders. In one of her memoirs, she further discussed how being skinny didn’t equate to being healthy.

Melissa McCarthy speaks about an acting job so toxic it made her sick

Although she’s very successful today thanks to her role as Sookie St. James, she hasn’t always had the best on-set experiences. She opened up to The Guardian about working for an employer that was so hostile and volatile that it made her physically sick. She added that people she worked with frequently cried and were upset by a tyrannical and manipulative leader who often fired people she loved. Eventually, she spoke up and vowed never to remain quiet again.

Lauren Graham’s mom died from cancer

In 2005, Lauren Graham’s mother passed away in 2005 at 61. Although Lauren was separated from her mother for several years after her parents’ divorce, they forged a healthy relationship later on. Still, they didn’t have nearly enough time together as her mother, Donna, passed away from cancer.