Kimberly Alexis Bledel, born on September 16, 1981, is a talented American actress and model, renowned for her captivating performances on television and film. One of her most iconic roles is that of Rory Gilmore on the beloved television series Gilmore Girls, which aired from 2000 to 2007, and Emily Malek in the critically acclaimed drama series The Handmaid's Tale, from 2017 to 2021.
In addition to her recurring role in Mad Men in 2012, Bledel reprised her role as Rory Gilmore in the highly anticipated Netflix reunion miniseries Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life, released in 2016.
Bledel made her feature film debut as Winnie Foster in the Disney live-action adaptation of Tuck Everlasting, which premiered in 2002. She went on to appear in a range of films, including Sin City in 2005, Post Grad in 2009, and as Lena Kaligaris in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants and its sequel, released in 2005 and 2008, respectively.
Throughout her illustrious career, Bledel has received numerous accolades and nominations for her outstanding performances. For her role in Gilmore Girls, she garnered nominations for the Satellite, Teen Choice, and Young Artist Awards. For her portrayal of Emily Malek in The Handmaid's Tale, Bledel has received four Primetime Emmy Award nominations, including the prestigious award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series. She has also received three Screen Actors Guild Award nominations for Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Drama Series.
