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The Third Gilmore Girl

A Memoir

by Kelly Bishop

Narrator Kelly Bishop

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Length 6 hours 49 minutes

Language English

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Bookseller recommendation

“The author narrated the audio which is fantastic. If you're a fan of musical theater, dance, feisty women, and yes, the Gilmore Girls, listen to this. She's honest and funny. ”
— Therese • Molly's Bookstore

Bookseller recommendation

“Fantastic. Narrated by Kelly Bishop herself. Come for A Chorus Line and Broadway, stay for the Gilmore Girls, Bunheads, and beyond. Kelly Bishop is delightful and it was wonderful to get a window into her amazing life and career.”
— Liz • Whitelam Books

Bookseller recommendation

“What a spectacularly interesting life she had led. Starting with her career as a ballet dancer. From start to finish Kelly Bishop’s voice and story drew me in and had me enthralled. Highly recommend this audio book for Gilmore Fans and just fans of interesting life stories and strong women. ”
— Mandy at Fred & June’s Books • Fred & June's Books

Bookseller recommendation

“What an unexpected surprise this gem of a memoir is! Kelly managed to spill the tea while still maintaining her positive and respectful approach to life and all people. What an amazing trail blazer she is! ”
— Kerry • Anderson's Bookshop

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“If you love a celebrity memoir, this is a fascinating listen from everyone’s favorite Gilmore Girls matriarch Emily, Kelly Bishop. I also loved the section on her early dancing career. I couldn’t stop listening!”
— Claire • River & Hill Books

Bookseller recommendation

“As much as I read this for the Gilmore Girls anecdotes (of which there are many), I loved Bishop’s account of her life in the theatre and dance world. I watched Gilmore Girls when it originally aired and have been re-watching it ever since. I originally identified with Rory, then Lorelai and now Emily. Bishop reads the audiobook and I would know that voice anywhere!”
— Jaclyn • Hill of Content Bookshop

Bookseller recommendation

“I absolutely loved this book. It was a deeply personal read that I plan on recommend in my store. ”
— Kim • Read It Again Books

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“Kelly Bishop has had a fascinating life and it's even better learning about it when she narrates it in her deep sassy whiskey voice!”
— Elisa • The Bookstore Plus

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“The Third Gilmore Girl is my favorite biography of the year! ”
— Anne • Viewpoint Books

Bookseller recommendation

“I enjoyed Kelly Bishop’s memoir that covered her life from a touch of childhood, her dancing, theater, movie, and tv careers with longer chapter on her Gilmore Girl days. Her recognizable voice tells her own story for the audio. She has a positive outlook look on successes, perceived failures, and difficult times of life, and although she holds a very different worldview than mine on some of life’s subjects, I appreciated hearing her point of view. Triggers warnings for minor swearing, abortion and cancer of loved one.”
— Kelly • Beyond Words Bookshop

Bookseller recommendation

“Kelly Bishop has such an interesting life story! I devoured this audiobook. This book is for anyone who loves theater, Gilmore Girls, and memoirs!”
— Erica • The Curious Cat Bookshop

Bookseller recommendation

“Heading into the fall always has me wanting to head back to Stars Hollow. This book was just right for that with the bonus of sharing so much more of Kelly Bishop’s amazing career and life. If you enjoyed seeing the other side of show business in Making It So by Patrick Stewart, put this on your list to try next. You won’t be disappointed!”
— Rene • R & B Used Books

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#79 in Bestselling Audiobooks #3 in Bestselling Biography & Memoir Audiobooks

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

“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 and captivating memoir from award-winning and beloved actress Kelly Bishop, spanning her six decades in show business from 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.

Biography & Memoir Nonfiction

Kelly Bishop is a dancer and actress best known for her roles as matriarch Emily Gilmore in the beloved Emmy Award–winning show Gilmore Girls and as Marjorie Houseman in the hit film Dirty Dancing. Born in Colorado Springs in 1944, Bishop first moved to New York at age eighteen to pursue a career in ballet. Years later, her breakthrough performance originating the role of Sheila Bryant in the iconic musical A Chorus Line earned her a Tony as well as a Drama Desk Award. Pivoting from dancing to acting, Bishop’s onscreen credits include Six Degrees of Separation, Law & Order: SVU, The Good Wife, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and others. She lives in New Jersey.