Question of the Month: Who would play you in a movie of your life? On the first Monday of each month, bloggers like me who have signed up, answer a Question of the Month, posted and hosted by Michael over at A Life Examined. Go to his blog to read more, find more bloggers participating, or sign up yourself!
This question was just as easy as last month’s question (What has been your favorite job?). When I was performing my play Coffee Shop Confessions, two of the younger actresses in the cast told me that I reminded them of Lauren Graham, whom they especially love in Gilmore Girls. I had never watched Gilmore Girls. Then, while I was having coffee in real life with my Mothers of Multiples friends, a couple of them said that I reminded them of Lauren Graham, whom they had been watching, and loving, in Parenthood. I had never watched Parenthood. (I know. Where have I been?) Well, then I got Netflix and tried out a couple episodes of each and yes, I’ll have to agree there is some resemblance. Turns out, I really like Parenthood. Sad that it’s off the air, now. But, I can revisit it on the ‘Flix.”
Lauren Graha
Another friend of mine also told me that I look like her. He went to college with Peter Krause who plays Adam in Parenthood, who is dating Lauren in real life. Peter was born in Alexandria, MN, not far from where I live and attend a family camp every year. (Ah, now, I’m seeing the connections.)
I think Lauren is a great actress. In both shows mentioned above, she is a single mother, a little neurotic, funny, sexy, and caring. I especially like her character in Parenthood. I’m flattered that people see some resemblance of her in me. I hope she gets more interesting roles in television and film now that Parenthood is off the air.
Me, looking a bit like Lauren Graham, especially in the shadows.
I’ll continue to write plays, direct children’s theatre, and watch Netflix.
Go. Create. Inspire!
Journaling Prompt: Do you look like any celebrities? Do you have a doppelganger anywhere?
I love her in Gilmore Girls. For some reason, Parenthood, the tv show, didn’t strike a chord with me. Maybe it’s because I love the old Steve Martin movie version so much.
The Steve Martin movie is funny, and quite different from the tv show.
With all those connections, you have to pick her. And yes, you do look like her.
Thanks, Alex
You DO look like her. Wow. Well that was an easy answer for you. I liked her in Because I said So, too.
Oh, I forgot she was in that one. I like that movie, too. And, thanks.
I am Lorelai Gilmore in real life. I have a daughter who is Rory, but she is math Rory instead of journalism Rory.
Love,
Janie
How fun! Yes, there are some characters we can really relate to!
Wow! There is a resemblance! I do like Gilmore Girls. I randomly will binge watch episodes at a time on Netflix. I’ve never watched Parenthood..
I need to watch more of Gilmore. Parenthood has a great cast! And, thanks.
Great post – I can see Lauren Graham playing you.
Thanks, Cherdo
I don’t have a doppelganger, so I had to go for someone with a similar persona 😛
That’s fun, too, Michael.
wow, you do look like her indeed. I bet she’ll get another successful show somewhere down the line.
Thanks. I hope she experiences further success.
Shadows or no shadows, Mary, you do look alike!
Thanks, Deborah!
I love Lauren Graham! She’s a great actress and really down to earth. I think you made an excellent pick.
Thanks, Chrys!
I can definitely see the resemblance 🙂 I watched some episodes of Gilmore Girls and the writing on that show is amazing! And Lauren Graham’s character is so much fun!
I’ve been told I look like Laura Dern. I’m definitely not sad about that comparison 🙂
You do look like her! Thanks.
This was almost like 7 Degrees of Kevin Bacon, only with Lauren Graham. Seems like the perfect choice for you.
Thanks, Toi.