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The Third Gilmore Girl

A Memoir

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The Third Gilmore Girl

By: Kelly Bishop, Amy Sherman-Palladino - introduction
Narrated by: Kelly Bishop
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 INCLUDES A FOREWORD WRITTEN AND READ BY GILMORE GIRLS CREATOR, AMY SHERMAN-PALLADINO!

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
A Goodreads Choice Awards Winner

“Come for the Gilmore Girls anecdotes, stay for the revealing truths about what it takes to build a lifelong career in and out of Hollywood” (The A.V. Club) in this candid memoir from beloved actress Kelly Bishop, spanning her six decades in show business in A Chorus Line, Dirty Dancing, Gilmore Girls, and much more.

Kelly Bishop’s long, storied career has been defined by landmark achievements, from winning a Tony Award for her turn in the original Broadway cast of A Chorus Line to her memorable performance as Jennifer Grey’s mother in Dirty Dancing. But it is probably her iconic role as matriarch Emily in the modern classic Gilmore Girls that cemented her legacy.

Now, Bishop reflects on her remarkable life and looks towards the future with The Third Gilmore Girl. She shares some of her greatest stories and the life lessons she’s learned on her journey. From her early transition from dance to drama, to marrying young to a compulsive gambler, to the losses and achievements she experienced—among them marching for women’s rights and losing her second husband to cancer—Bishop offers a rich, genuine celebration of her life.

Full of witty insights and featuring a special collection of personal and professional photographs, The Third Gilmore Girl is a warm, unapologetic, and spirited memoir from a woman who has left indelible impressions on her audiences for decades and has no plans on slowing down. Entertainment & Celebrities Women Witty Inspiring

Editorial Review

More than a character
Confession: As a Gilmore Girls fan, I downloaded Tony Award-winning actress Kelly Bishop’s memoir because I was curious to know about her time on the Gilmore Girls set. What I instead listened to, and fell in love with, was a beautiful story of resilience, grief, love and the importance of staying true to yourself. From insights into her upbringing, to her marriages, falling in love with dance and originating the role of Sheila in A Chorus Line, listeners learn about the best (and worst) moments of Bishop’s often-remarkable life ( Gilmore Girls included). Her narration was delightfully intimate, and made me feel like I was sitting back and recounting memories with a friend. The Third Gilmore Girl is my favourite memoir of the year and has left me excited to see what Kelly Bishop does next!— Patty R., Audible Editor

Critic Reviews

"Actor/singer/dancer Kelly Bishop’s warmth and emotional intelligence shine as she narrates her memoir. While her most well-known role is that of matriarch Emily Gilmore on “Gilmore Girls,” she begins her memoir with the role that changed her life: that of Sheila, the oldest dancer in the Broadway production of A CHORUS LINE. Highlights of Bishop’s story include a confident tone as she lands her first agent, a withering comeback to a groper, and a voice tight with worry over her singing voice. As Bishop recounts aspects of her private life, listeners will realize the ways the real-life person contrasts with the prickly personality of her “Gilmore” character. An enthusiastically affectionate foreword from writer/director Amy Sherman–Palladino sets the stage for engaging listening."
"Actor/singer/dancer Kelly Bishop’s warmth and emotional intelligence shine as she narrates her memoir. While her most well-known role is that of matriarch Emily Gilmore on “Gilmore Girls,” she begins her memoir with the role that changed her life: that of Sheila, the oldest dancer in the Broadway production of A CHORUS LINE. Highlights of Bishop’s story include a confident tone as she lands her first agent, a withering comeback to a groper, and a voice tight with worry over her singing voice. As Bishop recounts aspects of her private life, listeners will realize the ways the real-life person contrasts with the prickly personality of her “Gilmore” character. An enthusiastically affectionate foreword from writer/director Amy Sherman–Palladino sets the stage for engaging listening."
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I am a huge Gilmore Girls, so I was excited to read this, and I was not disappointed! Kelly Bishop's story is so, so much more. Her resilience and stoicism, work ethic and experiences, make for a fascinating walk down performing arts history and beyond. I loved every moment of this, made all the better hearing it read by the wonderful Kelly Bishop.

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Loved! Was reading purely for the Gilmore Girls aspect but ended up loving Kelly Bishop even more. What a life she has lead! Follows her journey with Dance, Musical Theatre, Acting (film and television) her relationships some complicated. Choices she's made (do check trigger warnings). Her love for animals/pets. Outlook on life and lessons she has learned along the way. Listening to Kelly herself narrating it was just like sitting down with her having a drink and learning about her wonderfully adventurous life.

Came for Emily Gilmore stayed for Kelly Bishop

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this book was a absolute delight to listen to loved every second it was so good to hear about one of my favorites 💜

LOVED THIS BOOK

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Love love loved reading about Kelly’s life, successes and learnings along the way. How very inspiring and real. Thank you for being so vulnerable and for sharing your story with us.

A swell broad, indeed!

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this is the first biography I have listened to, and wow was I hooked from the first chapter. beautifully written and read, thabk you for sharing your fascinating life with us, it had me laughing, crying and I can't stop thinking about it.
What an interesting and full life you have lived, I feel honored to hear your journey.

Thank you Ms. Bishop

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