'Gilmore Girls' Fans Are Split Into These 2 Categories, According to a Writer on the Show - Showbiz Cheat Sheet

But in 2020, the show is still keeping — and gaining — fans who love to watch and rewatch the 7 seasons of episodes.

(As well as the Netflix reboot, Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life).

Though much more frigid, Lorelai’s relationship with her mother may be one that Gilmore Girls viewers can better identify with.

Sherman-Palladino explained more about her take on Lorelai and Rory’s relationship at the ATX Festival.

While the “best friend” take on motherhood was #goals for many Gilmore Girls fans, Sherman-Palladino also noted how this could become — and did become — problematic for the daughter in the situation.

Sherman-Pallidno’s reflection on the relationship does explain some of Rory’s less-than-favorable decisions in season 6 of Gilmore Girls

Not to mention, Rory’s character development (or lack thereof) in the 2016 Netflix reboot, Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life