History of Lauren Graham in Timeline
Lauren Graham is an American actress and author recognized for her leading television roles as Lorelai Gilmore in Gilmore Girls, earning a Golden Globe nomination, and Sarah Braverman in Parenthood. Beyond television, she has appeared in films such as Sweet November and Bad Santa. Graham is also an author, having published her debut novel, Someday, Someday, Maybe, in 2013 and a memoir, Talking as Fast as I Can, in 2016, coinciding with the Gilmore Girls Netflix revival.
4 hours ago : Lauren Graham Updates on Gilmore Girls Book and Teases Possible Reboot Movie.
Lauren Graham shared an update on her behind-the-scenes 'Gilmore Girls' book with Amy Sherman-Palladino and hinted at a possible movie reboot. She also made a glamorous red carpet return, proving her timeless appeal.
March 16, 1967: Lauren Graham Born
On March 16, 1967, Lauren Graham was born, marking the beginning of her life as an American actress and author.
1967: Born in Honolulu, Hawaii
In 1967, Lauren Graham was born in Honolulu, Hawaii. Her father worked for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Vietnam.
1984: Graduated from Langley High School
In 1984, Lauren Graham graduated from Langley High School, where she participated in the drill team and honed her acting talent.
1988: Earned Actor's Equity Card and Graduated from Barnard College
In 1988, Lauren Graham earned her actor's Equity Card after two years in summer stock at the Barn Theatre and graduated from Barnard College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English literature.
1992: Earned MFA from Southern Methodist University
In 1992, Lauren Graham earned a Master of Fine Arts degree in Acting Performance from Southern Methodist University after moving to Texas.
1992: The Mighty Ducks Film Release
In 1992, the film The Mighty Ducks was released, which later served as the basis for the Disney+ series Lauren Graham starred in.
1994: Mascot for FIFA World Cup
In 1994, while aspiring to become an actress, Lauren Graham made publicity appearances wearing the costume of Striker, the dog mascot of the US-based FIFA World Cup.
1995: First Met Peter Krause
In 1995, Lauren Graham first met Peter Krause when they both appeared in the sitcom Caroline in the City.
1995: Relocated to Hollywood
In 1995, Lauren Graham relocated to Hollywood, where she appeared in commercials and hosted free preview weekends on The Movie Channel.
1997: Guest Starred on NBC Shows
In 1997, Lauren Graham continued guest-starring on NBC shows, including Law & Order and NewsRadio.
2000: Landed Role on Gilmore Girls
In 2000, Lauren Graham landed her breakthrough role as Lorelai Gilmore on the television series Gilmore Girls.
2001: Appeared in Sweet November
In 2001, Lauren Graham appeared in the film Sweet November.
2001: SAG Awards Nomination
In 2001, Lauren Graham received a nomination at the SAG Awards for her work on Gilmore Girls.
2002: Golden Globe Award Nomination
In 2002, Lauren Graham received a nomination for Best Actress in a Television Series (Drama) at the Golden Globe Awards for her work on Gilmore Girls. She also received a nomination at the SAG Awards in 2002.
2003: Appeared in Bad Santa
In 2003, Lauren Graham appeared in the movie Bad Santa.
2005: Appeared in The Pacifier
In 2005, Lauren Graham had a role in the film The Pacifier.
2005: Mother's Death
In 2005, Lauren Graham's mother, Donna Grant, passed away in London at the age of 61, after pursuing a music career.
2007: Appeared in Because I Said So and Evan Almighty
In 2007, Lauren Graham acted in two films: Because I Said So and Evan Almighty.
2007: Signed Deal with NBC and Advertising Work
In 2007, Lauren Graham signed a seven-figure development deal with NBC. She also worked as the voice-over announcer for Kellogg's Special K products.
2008: American Express Ad
In 2008, Lauren Graham worked as the voice-over announcer for American Express ads, introducing the Plum Card for small businesses.
January 2009: Starred in Comedy Pilot
In January 2009, it was announced that Lauren Graham would star in the comedy pilot The Bridget Show for ABC, playing a talk show host and self-help guru.
February 5, 2009: Broadway Debut Previews
On February 5, 2009, Lauren Graham made her Broadway debut in preview performances as Miss Adelaide in the revival of Guys and Dolls at the Nederlander Theatre.
March 1, 2009: Broadway Debut Opening Night
On March 1, 2009, Lauren Graham officially opened as Miss Adelaide in the Broadway revival of Guys and Dolls at the Nederlander Theatre.
September 2009: Voiced Character in Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
In September 2009, Lauren Graham voiced the character Fran Lockwood in the Sony Pictures Animation film Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs.
October 2009: Replaced Maura Tierney in Parenthood
In October 2009, Lauren Graham replaced Maura Tierney in the television series Parenthood as single mother Sarah Braverman after Tierney left the show to seek treatment for cancer.
June 2010: Confirmed to Star in Scream 4
In June 2010, it was confirmed that Lauren Graham would star in Scream 4.
June 30, 2010: Left Scream 4 Project
On June 30, 2010, Lauren Graham left the Scream 4 project.
2010: Began Relationship with Peter Krause
In 2010, Lauren Graham and Peter Krause started their relationship while co-starring on Parenthood.
2010: Starred in Parenthood
In 2010, Lauren Graham began starring as Sarah Braverman in the TV series Parenthood.
July 2012: Guest Judge on Project Runway
In July 2012, Lauren Graham was a guest judge in the first episode of Season 10 of the reality television series Project Runway.
April 30, 2013: Released Debut Novel: Someday, Someday, Maybe
On April 30, 2013, Lauren Graham's debut novel, Someday, Someday, Maybe, was released by Ballantine Books.
May 2013: New York Times Best Seller
In May 2013, Lauren Graham's book Someday, Someday, Maybe, became a New York Times best seller.
2013: Published Someday, Someday, Maybe
In 2013, Lauren Graham published her debut novel, Someday, Someday, Maybe, with Ballantine Books.
October 2016: Appeared in Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life
In October 2016, Lauren Graham appeared in the film Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life.
November 2016: Published Talking as Fast as I Can
In November 2016, Lauren Graham published her second book, a collection of personal essays titled Talking as Fast as I Can: from Gilmore Girls to Gilmore Girls (and Everything in Between), which became a New York Times best seller.
2016: Reprised Role in Gilmore Girls Revival and Published Memoir
In 2016, Lauren Graham reprised her role in the Gilmore Girls Netflix revival miniseries, A Year in the Life, and also published her memoir, Talking as Fast as I Can.
October 2017: Appeared in Curb Your Enthusiasm and Voiced Character in Vampirina
In October 2017, Lauren Graham appeared in three episodes of HBO's Curb Your Enthusiasm and voiced the character Oxana Hauntley in the Disney Junior animated series Vampirina.
2017: Adapted The Royal We into a Screenplay
In mid-2017, Lauren Graham adapted the novel The Royal We into a screenplay for CBS Films and optioned the movie rights for the novel, Windfall, by Jennifer E. Smith.
2020: Acted on Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist
From 2020, Lauren Graham was a featured actress on the NBC show Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist playing Zoey's boss, Joan.
2021: Starred in The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers
From 2021, Lauren Graham starred as Alex Morrow in The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers, a Disney+ television series based on the 1992 film.
2021: Ended Relationship with Peter Krause
In 2021, Lauren Graham and Peter Krause ended their relationship.
June 2022: Relationship with Peter Krause Reported to Have Ended
In June 2022, it was reported that Lauren Graham and Peter Krause had ended their relationship after 11 years together.
November 2022: Published Have I Told You This Already?
In November 2022, Lauren Graham published a second book of personal essays, Have I Told You This Already?: Stories I Don't Want to Forget to Remember.
2022: Starred in The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers
In 2022, Lauren Graham continued to star in The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers, a Disney+ television series based on the 1992 film.
2024: Cast in Movie Twinless
In 2024, Lauren Graham was cast in David Permut's movie Twinless, alongside Dylan O'Brien, James Sweeney, and Aisling Franciosi. Graham also starred in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.
October 2025: Received Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
In October 2025, Lauren Graham received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, recognizing her contributions to the entertainment industry.
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