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Milo Ventimiglia Reflects on Gilmore Girls' Enduring Legacy

12/9/2025

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Milo Ventimiglia, who played Jess Mariano in Gilmore Girls, discussed the show's lasting popularity.
He noted that many young fans, unaware of time since show aired, comment on his appearance.
Ventimiglia highlighted the Lorelai–Rory mother-daughter relationship as a core factor for viewers.
Jess did not end up with Rory, but remains a fan favorite in 2016.
Ventimiglia also maintains a friendship with Chad Michael Murray, who played Rory's rival Tristan.

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Milo Ventimiglia, who played Jess Mariano in Gilmore Girls, discussed the show's lasting popularity.
He noted that many young fans, unaware of time since show aired, comment on his appearance.
Ventimiglia highlighted the Lorelai–Rory mother-daughter relationship as a core factor for viewers.
Jess did not end up with Rory, but remains a fan favorite in 2016.
Ventimiglia also maintains a friendship with Chad Michael Murray, who played Rory's rival Tristan.