Rory Won An Emmy, But Not For ‘Gilmore Girls’

Cole Delbyck

Proving once and for all that she and Rory Gilmore have essentially nothing in common, Alexis Bledel now has an Emmy, while her alter ego presumably remains as aimless as ever.

Since no one wants to watch an eight-hour Emmys telecast, a handful of awards were handed out at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards on Sunday night before the primetime ceremony airs this week.

Bledel picked up the prize for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series for her work in “The Handmaid’s Tale,” which has earned the actress rave reviews since the Hulu series premiered in April.

In her acceptance speech, Bledel addressed the series’ political resonance and its partnership with Change.org, which she says aims “to encourage us all to take action … sign up, speak up and stay awake,” according to Deadline.

She also went on to thank her co-star and producer Elisabeth Moss for “having [her] be a part of this affecting and incredible work,” as well as writer Bruce Miller for crafting a character “who displays such fortitude amongst such devastation and then suggesting that I play her.”

Despite being presumed dead, Bledel’s character is set to return for the second season of the dystopian series as the adaptation strays farther away from its source material, Margaret Atwood’s celebrated 1985 novel.

Alexis Bledel in "The Handmaid's Tale." (Photo: Hulu)
Alexis Bledel in "The Handmaid's Tale." (Photo: Hulu)

The role of Ofglen, a handmaid who fights back against an oppressive regime, is, of course, a far cry from doe-eyed, innocent Rory, whom Bledel played once again in Netflix’s “Gilmore Girls: A Year In the Life” this year.

While the revival didn’t score any nominations, fellow Stars Hollow resident Melissa McCarthy took home the Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series for hosting “Saturday Night Live.” Milo Ventimiglia, who starred as Rory’s paramour for a handful of seasons, also has a shot at Emmy gold later this week for his performance in NBC’s “This Is Us.”

And yet, we’re still living in a world where Kelly Bishop aka Emily Gilmore isn’t being showered with awards.

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Season 1, Episode 1: "Pilot"

We meet Lorelai, we meet Rory, we get introduced to Stars Hollow. No matter how well you think you know "Gilmore Girls," you can't get away with not re-watching the pilot episode.
We meet Lorelai, we meet Rory, we get introduced to Stars Hollow. No matter how well you think you know "Gilmore Girls," you can't get away with not re-watching the pilot episode.

Season 1, Episode 7: "Kiss And Tell”

Rory's first kiss with the tall, dark and handsome Dean. Need we say more?
Rory's first kiss with the tall, dark and handsome Dean. Need we say more?

Season 1, Episode 17: "The Breakup, Part 2”

Because Rory's heartbreak is so relatable that it breaks the heart of every "Gilmore Girls" fan. She will not wallow!
Because Rory's heartbreak is so relatable that it breaks the heart of every "Gilmore Girls" fan. She will not wallow!

Season 2, Episode 1: "Sadie, Sadie”

In "Sadie, Sadie," Lorelai gets engaged to Rory's teacher, Max. Scandalous.
In "Sadie, Sadie," Lorelai gets engaged to Rory's teacher, Max. Scandalous.

Season 2, Episode 9: "Run Away, Little Boy”

Here, we get one of our first hints that Rory may have a future with bad boys. Tristan (Chad Michael Murray) is super into her, and Dean does <em>not</em> like it.
Here, we get one of our first hints that Rory may have a future with bad boys. Tristan (Chad Michael Murray) is super into her, and Dean does not like it.

Season 2, Episode 19: "Teach Me Tonight”

Why hello there, Jess! We see Rory get herself into quite a bit of trouble when she attempts to tutor Luke's nephew. Broken bones, crashed cars ... it's not pretty, but it's certainly thrilling.
Why hello there, Jess! We see Rory get herself into quite a bit of trouble when she attempts to tutor Luke's nephew. Broken bones, crashed cars ... it's not pretty, but it's certainly thrilling.

Season 3, Episode 7: "They Shoot Gilmores, Don't They?”

This episode is mostly great because it involves a Stars Hollow Dance Marathon. Even better, a ton of drama happens on the dance floor ... like when Dean announces that Rory's into Jess and dumps her.
This episode is mostly great because it involves a Stars Hollow Dance Marathon. Even better, a ton of drama happens on the dance floor ... like when Dean announces that Rory's into Jess and dumps her.

Season 3, Episode 9: "A Deep-Fried Korean Thanksgiving”

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Season 3, Episode 16: "The Big One”

Rory was supposed to go to Harvard, right? Wrong. In "The Big One," Rory gets accepted to Harvard, Princeton <em>and</em> Yale, and her good friend Paris humiliates her on live television.
Rory was supposed to go to Harvard, right? Wrong. In "The Big One," Rory gets accepted to Harvard, Princeton and Yale, and her good friend Paris humiliates her on live television.

Season 3, Episode 20: "Say Goodnight, Gracie"

More Jess drama! He's nothing but trouble; Rory loves him so much, and it's heartbreaking. Also, Dean gets engaged. Rough.
More Jess drama! He's nothing but trouble; Rory loves him so much, and it's heartbreaking. Also, Dean gets engaged. Rough.

Season 4, Episode 2: "The Lorelais' First Day at Yale”

Going away to college is tough. Just ask anyone who's done it. It's even tougher when your mom is your best friend, so this episode is obviously an emotional (and great) one.
Going away to college is tough. Just ask anyone who's done it. It's even tougher when your mom is your best friend, so this episode is obviously an emotional (and great) one.

Season 4, Episode 22: "Raincoats and Recipes"

Rory loses her virginity! And not to whom you'd expect.
Rory loses her virginity! And not to whom you'd expect.

Season 5, Episode 3: "Written in the Stars”

Luke and Lorelai, together at last!
Luke and Lorelai, together at last!

Season 5, Episode 22: "A House Is Not a Home”

Rory goes to jail thanks to a little adventure she went on with her latest flame, Logan. Oof.
Rory goes to jail thanks to a little adventure she went on with her latest flame, Logan. Oof.

Season 6, Episode 18: "The Real Paul Anka”

This is Jess' final appearance. And no true "Gilmore Girls" fan ever stopped missing him.
This is Jess' final appearance. And no true "Gilmore Girls" fan ever stopped missing him.

Season 7, Episode 7: "French Twist"

Sorry Luke, but Christopher made his move in a big way in this episode ... by proposing to and marrying Lorelai in Paris. Talk about sweeping a girl off her feet!
Sorry Luke, but Christopher made his move in a big way in this episode ... by proposing to and marrying Lorelai in Paris. Talk about sweeping a girl off her feet!

Season 7, Episode 21: "Unto the Breach”

Although her mother has had a couple marriage proposals, this is Rory's first. And she says she has to think about it! Such an independent woman.
Although her mother has had a couple marriage proposals, this is Rory's first. And she says she has to think about it! Such an independent woman.

Season 7, Episode 22: "Bon Voyage”

It goes without saying that the "Gilmore Girls" season finale is a must-see, but this is especially true because Rory ran off to work for Obama before Obama was really a thing, and Lorelai and Luke look like they're going to get back together. Phew!
It goes without saying that the "Gilmore Girls" season finale is a must-see, but this is especially true because Rory ran off to work for Obama before Obama was really a thing, and Lorelai and Luke look like they're going to get back together. Phew!

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