Gilmore Girls Timeline ( Real )

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October 5, 2000

Gilmore Girls TV Series Premiere

The television series Gilmore Girls premiered on The WB network, introducing the story of Lorelai and Rory Gilmore in the fictional town of Stars Hollow.

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May 15, 2007

Gilmore Girls TV Series Finale

The original run of Gilmore Girls concluded with its final episode on The WB network.

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November 25, 2016

Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life Release

Netflix released Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life, a four-part miniseries revival continuing the story of the Gilmore family.

Gilmore Girls Timeline ( Fictional )

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Season 3, Episode 22

Lorelai Luke Relationship Begins

Lorelai starts dating Luke Danes, marking a significant development in both of their lives.

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Season 3, Episode 22

Rory Graduates from Chilton

Rory completes her education at Chilton preparatory school, preparing to start college.

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Season 4, Episode 1

Rory Starts at Yale University

Rory enrolls in Yale, embarking on her college journey.

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Season 3, Episode 15

Emily Gilmore's Health Scare

Emily experiences a heart-related health issue which deeply affects the Gilmore family.

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Season 3, Episode 10

Rory and Dean Breakup

Rory and Dean end their relationship, impacting Rory's romantic life significantly.

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Season 4, Episode 3

Christopher Comes Back to Stars Hollow

Christopher returns to Stars Hollow, stirring feelings for Lorelai and complicating her relationship with Luke.

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Season 4, Episode 5

Paris and Rory’s Cold War

A period of tension and rivalry develops between Rory and Paris at Yale.

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Season 4, Episode 9

Lorelai and Luke Become Official

Lorelai and Luke solidify their romantic relationship.

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Season 6, Episode 22

Rory Gets Accepted to Harvard Journalism Program

Rory is accepted to a prestigious journalism program, furthering her career aspirations.