Milo Ventimiglia and Arielle Kebbel Reveal Surprising 'Gilmore Girls' Secrets

Milo Ventimiglia and Arielle Kebbel Reunite Onscreen

Milo Ventimiglia and Arielle Kebbel star as a happily married couple in the new film I Can Only Imagine 2. The actors, who appeared in a memorable episode of Gilmore Girls, reflect on their past roles and their current collaboration.

A Look Back at Gilmore Girls

In a 2003 episode of Gilmore Girls, Ventimiglia's character Jess clashed with Jared Padalecki’s character Dean over their shared connection to Rory, played by Alexis Bledel. Kebbel’s character Lindsay, involved in the plot, brought complexity to the storyline. Now, the pair jokes about this history while promoting their new film.

Developing a New Bond in Film

I Can Only Imagine 2 follows musician Tim Timmons, played by Ventimiglia, as he tours while battling cancer. Kebbel plays his supportive wife Hilary. During filming, Ventimiglia and Timmons developed a close friendship, an experience Ventimiglia treasures.

The actors enjoyed working together, bringing humor and warmth to their roles. A particularly memorable scene involved playful improvisation not initially in the script. Their onscreen chemistry mirrors that of the real-life couple they portray.

Reflecting on Fan Reactions

Kebbel comments on fan reactions to her Gilmore Girls character being mixed over time but sees recent support for "justice for Lindsay." Meanwhile, Ventimiglia recounts how fans sometimes expressed their dislike for his character Jess directly to him.

The film I Can Only Imagine 2, continues exploring meaningful connections through music and family, aiming to inspire audiences with its heartfelt story.