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Gilmore Girls Stars Reunite for New Film
20 Feb
Summary
- Milo Ventimiglia and Arielle Kebbel starred in a love square on Gilmore Girls.
- They reunite as husband and wife in the new film 'I Can Only Imagine 2'.
- Both actors recall fan reactions to their controversial Gilmore Girls characters.
Milo Ventimiglia and Arielle Kebbel, who played characters involved in a complex love square on Gilmore Girls, have reunited for the film 'I Can Only Imagine 2'. In the sequel to the 2018 faith-based movie, Ventimiglia portrays musician Tim Timmons, who tours with a band while battling cancer, and Kebbel plays his wife, Hilary. This collaboration marks a significant shift from their early-aughts roles.
Ventimiglia and Kebbel shared a memorable scene in a 2003 Gilmore Girls episode, where Ventimiglia's Jess mocked Kebbel's Lindsay, leading to a confrontation with Dean, who was also dating Jess's love interest, Rory. The actors humorously recalled the intense fan reactions to their characters, with Kebbel noting recent online support for her character, Lindsay, with the hashtag "Justice for Lindsay."
The duo's experience on the set of 'I Can Only Imagine 2' was filled with warmth and camaraderie. Ventimiglia spoke about forming a deep bond with the real Tim Timmons, finding inspiration in his spirit and family. Kebbel witnessed Ventimiglia's close connection with Timmons, observing their shared activities and mutual admiration.
