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- Birthday: 1967-03-16
- Born Place: Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Lauren Graham
Lauren Graham is a prolific American actress and author, celebrated for her roles in some of television's most beloved series. Born on March 16, 1967, in Honolulu, Hawaii, she was raised in Virginia by her father after her parents divorced when she was five. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English literature from Barnard College and a Master of Fine Arts in acting from Southern Methodist University. Graham's career took off with guest roles on popular '90s sitcoms like Seinfeld and 3rd Rock from the Sun. She became a household name for her iconic portrayal of fast-talking, pop culture-savvy single mother Lorelai Gilmore in the hit series Gilmore Girls (2000-2007) and its 2016 revival, Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life. Her performance as Lorelai earned her a Golden Globe nomination and cemented her status as a fan favorite. Beyond her most famous role, Graham has demonstrated her range with a variety of other projects. She starred as Sarah Braverman in the critically acclaimed drama series Parenthood (2010-2015), and has appeared in numerous films, including Bad Santa, Evan Almighty, and The Pacifier. She also has a successful career as an author, with several New York Times bestsellers to her name, including the novel Someday, Someday, Maybe and the memoir Talking as Fast as I Can. Her most recent credits include the 2025 film Twinless and the TV series The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers and Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist.
