Lauren Graham Defends Controversial Gilmore Girls Revival Finale

Lauren Graham, star of Gilmore Girls, recently defended the polarizing ending of the Netflix revival, Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life, nearly a decade after its release. The finale's famous last four words, "Mom?" "Yeah?" "I'm pregnant," revealed Rory's unexpected pregnancy, which sparked divided opinions among fans, especially regarding Rory's character development and the ambiguity surrounding the baby's father, widely believed to be Logan Huntzberger. Graham expressed that she personally enjoyed working on the revival and did not fully understand the backlash, emphasizing the joyful reunion with cast and crew and the quality of the episodes. Creator Amy Sherman-Palladino and other cast members like Kelly Bishop also supported the open-ended conclusion, noting it kept the story alive and stayed true to the series' tone. The revival allowed Sherman-Palladino to conclude the story as originally intended before she departed the original series, offering a nuanced and less conclusive ending. At Graham's Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony, several Gilmore Girls alumni attended, highlighting the enduring impact and affection for the show and its characters.