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Lauren Graham Reveals No Residuals from 'Gilmore Girls'

3/21/2025

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Lauren Graham, beloved for her role in "Gilmore Girls," shared on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" that she earns no residuals from the show's Netflix streaming. With a touch of humor, she quipped, "I've been paid in love," shedding light on the pressing issue of fair compensation for actors in the evolving streaming landscape, especially during recent industry strikes.

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Lauren Graham, beloved for her role in "Gilmore Girls," shared on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" that she earns no residuals from the show's Netflix streaming. With a touch of humor, she quipped, "I've been paid in love," shedding light on the pressing issue of fair compensation for actors in the evolving streaming landscape, especially during recent industry strikes.