Rose Abdoo Discusses Gilmore Girls 25th Anniversary and Nearly Playing Sookie
On October 5, 2000, audiences were introduced to the enchanting world of Lorelai and Rory Gilmore in Stars Hollow when Gilmore Girls premiered on The WB. It hardly feels like 25 years have passed; in many ways, it seems like only minutes, yet in others, it feels like centuries.
To mark the 25th anniversary, a series of interviews with the Gilmore Girls cast will take place over the coming year. The first guest is the talented Rose Abdoo, known for her role as town mechanic Gypsy from season two and her iconic portrayal of Berta in the 2016 Netflix revival, Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life.
Rose Abdoo’s Journey with Gilmore Girls
Rose shared insights about her time on the show and discussed her recent role in the popular HBO Max series Hacks, which she highly recommends watching. A surprising fact revealed during the interview was that Rose originally auditioned for the role of Sookie, which was ultimately given to Melissa McCarthy.
"I pride myself on knowing all Gilmore Girls trivia, and it was fascinating for me to learn this!"
It’s clear that the cast was perfectly chosen, blending together the quirky chaos and warm charm that define the town of Stars Hollow.
Author's Summary
This interview highlights Rose Abdoo’s deep connection to Gilmore Girls, her nearly played role as Sookie, and celebrates the show's enduring charm 25 years on.
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