"HOLLYWOOD, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Lauren Graham, best known for playing the fast-talking single mother Lorelai Gilmore in "Gilmore Girls," just got some permanent real estate on Hollywood Boulevard. Twenty-five years after the hit show debuted to TV audiences, Graham became the latest to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The show's creator, Amy Sherman-Palladino, was a guest speaker at Friday's ceremony."
"The actress, producer and New York Times best-selling author was surrounded by a joyful crowd ahead of the unveiling of her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Fans in the crowd sported "Gilmore Girls" memorabilia and held books authored by Graham. While her debut role was on the show "Loving" in 1993, it was her role as the witty, fun and dedicated single mother to Rory Gilmore in the fictional small town of Stars Hollow that has touched generations of fans."
"Araceli Oliveros, who watched "Gilmore Girls" in Spanish with her daughter, said it's the best TV show and she's watched it several times. Some of the show's most beloved characters, including Emily, Michelle and Luke, were there to celebrate, along with the show's creator. "Lauren Graham changed my entire life," Sherman-Palladino said. Graham, who has also starred in films and shows like "Parenthood," thanked the creators of the characters she's played, and of course, the fans."
Lauren Graham received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame honoring her portrayal of Lorelai Gilmore from Gilmore Girls. Amy Sherman-Palladino attended as a guest speaker. A joyful crowd gathered, with fans displaying Gilmore Girls memorabilia and holding books authored by Graham. Fans described personal connections to the show, including watching it in Spanish and feeling emotionally moved. Several beloved characters, including Emily, Michelle and Luke, appeared to celebrate. Graham thanked the creators of her characters and the dedicated fans. Graham has also appeared in Loving, Parenthood, and films, and her star is number 2,823 on the Walk of Fame.
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