Alexis Bledel biography, child, age, net worth, photos as a kid, height 2025

Biography of Alexis Bledel

Alexis Bledel is a Hollywood actress and producer. Teen People magazine named her one of the top ten hottest young stars in 2002 after her breakout role as Rory Gilmore in the hit TV series "Gilmore Girls."

Bledel's life and career took a major turn when she starred as Ryden Malby in Vicky Jenson's dramedy "Post Grad."

Childhood and Family

The little girl born in the fall of 1981 in Houston to Nanette Dozier and Martin Bledel was named Kimberly Alexis Bledel. Her father's ancestry includes German, Danish, and Anglo-American heritage. Her mother was born in Phoenix but grew up in Guadalajara before her family relocated to Mexico City.

Kim—as her family still calls her today—spoke Spanish from childhood. Despite her beauty, she was painfully shy and introverted, which concerned her loving, devoted parents.

At age 8, while attending St. Agnes Academy, Kim started drama classes at her mother's insistence to help overcome her shyness. Hardworking, responsible, and talented, she landed a role in "Our Town" and later performed in "The Wizard of Oz."

The stage for the productions was provided by a Houston shopping center. That's where a talent agent from a modeling agency discovered Kimberly and offered her work. This was another step on her way to a future career.

Alexis Bledel at the start of her career

After high school, Kim enrolled at the Page Parkes Center to study acting and master the modeling business. At 18, she moved to New York to attend the legendary Tisch School of the Arts, joining the ranks of notable alumni like Martin Scorsese, Lady Gaga, and the Baldwin brothers.

Acting Career

Alexis's film career began with a small role as a student in Wes Anderson's dramatic comedy "Rushmore," filmed in her hometown. She introduced herself using her middle name during the auditions.

But her real breakthrough came when she landed the role of Lorelai "Rory" Leigh Gilmore in Amy Sherman-Palladino's TV series "Gilmore Girls," which ran for seven seasons on The WB network.

Lauren Graham and Alexis Bledel in 'Gilmore Girls'

Lauren Graham played Alexis's on-screen mother. The show followed the lives of an upbeat mother-daughter duo in a small town, with storylines that connected to other characters played by Keiko Agena, Scott Patterson, and Kelly Bishop.

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The show was nominated several times for a Golden Globe and Emmy Awards and made it into the top hundred TV shows of the century. Bledel has said the role felt personal to her, allowing her to explore her own personality and family dynamics.

A significant role in Alexis's acting career was Winnie Foster in the fantasy drama "Tuck Everlasting" by Jay Russell. Her co-star was Jonathan Jackson, who played the immortal young man her character falls in love with. Scott Bairstow was so determined to be part of "Tuck Everlasting" that he took the role without pay.

In 2005 and 2008, she played the smart and modest Lena, one of four close friends, in the comedy about female friendship "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" and its sequel.

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Following several smaller film roles, Bledel found herself among Hollywood A-listers – Bruce Willis, Jessica Alba, Mickey Rourke, and Benicio Del Toro. In Robert Rodriguez's thriller "Sin City," the actress played Becky, a prostitute. The project gave her the opportunity to walk the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival, where the film won an award for its visual effects. Bledel described her character as "a very professional prostitute. She carries a weapon and can always kick ass."

Next, Alexis landed leading roles in two romantic dramas. Critics noted her comedic talent in Zachary Adler's "I'm Reed Fish," where she played the impulsive Kate Peterson, the protagonist's former lover (played by Jay Baruchel).

Next, she played Beth Vest in 'The Good Guy,' a successful young woman caught between two men – Wall Street broker Tommy (Scott Porter) and her colleague Daniel (Bryan Greenberg).

Fans also know her as Ryden Malby in Vicky Jenson's comedy-drama "Post Grad," where she once again displayed her impressive comedic chops. Starring alongside Zach Gilford, Michael Keaton, and Jane Lynch, she brilliantly portrays a college graduate with big dreams who gets hit with reality and life's curveballs.

Having wrapped "Gilmore Girls," the actress was invited to join the cast of the acclaimed series "Mad Men" (six Emmy Awards, four Golden Globes).

Bledel switched gears with the Canadian dramatic thriller "The Kate Logan Affair" by Noël Mitrani. Her character Kate is a policewoman determined to prove she's just as capable as her male colleagues. French actor Laurent Lucas starred alongside her. Bledel also took on the crime drama "Violet & Daisy" by Geoffrey Fletcher, playing a contract killer.

Alexis Bledel in 'The Kate Logan Affair'

Her role as bride Kitty in Mary Agnes Donoghue's "Jenny's Wedding," filmed during the legalization of same-sex marriages, was particularly notable. Katherine Heigl played her on-screen bride. Bledel called it an interesting experience and memorable shoot.

Bledel's turn as waitress Molly in Jeff Bleckner's drama "Remember Sunday" was equally memorable. She plays a girl loved by the main character Gus (Zachary Levi), who falls in love with her all over again every day…

During casting for the erotic thriller "Fifty Shades of Grey," over 50,000 internet users signed a petition for Alexis Bledel and Matt Bomer to play Anastasia Steele and Christian Grey. Fans of the original novel expressed their dissatisfaction when Dakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan were cast instead.

Meanwhile, Bledel landed a role in Mike Barker and Kari Skogland's dystopian series "The Handmaid's Tale." In the series, she plays Dr. Emily Malek.

Alexis Bledel's Personal Life

In 2000, Alexis began dating actor Jared Padalecki, and their romance lasted nearly two years. However, the young couple wasn't ready for anything more serious and decided to part as friends. Though it's possible their breakup was actually due to another actor.

While filming "Gilmore Girls," Alexis met Milo Ventimiglia. Milo and Alexis fell in love and were together for about four years. To fans' disappointment, the couple split without ever commenting on their decision.

Alexis's next relationship was with British actor Jon Paul, but it lasted less than a year.

After some time, while shooting the series "Mad Men," Alexis met Vincent Kartheiser. After dating for eleven months, they got engaged and married in 2014.

The couple adores their son, who was born in 2015. In 2022, it was announced that Alexis and Vincent were getting divorced. According to a source close to the couple, they'd gradually grown apart over eight years of marriage, with Vincent having "always been a lone wolf."

Alexis Bledel Now

After a quiet period, 2019 brought Alexis a leading role in John Stalberg's dramatic thriller "Crypto." She played Katie, a young woman caught up in a mysterious cryptocurrency art sale.

Bledel's upcoming projects include "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 3," though it's still unknown who will direct or whether all the original cast will return. The script for the third film was written by Ann Brashares. Beyond her acting career, Alexis enjoys raising her son and loves to travel and read.

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Given her love of literature, Alexis maintains a connection with the charity "First Book," which distributes books to underserved communities. Still somewhat shy, Alexis doesn't like giving interviews and avoids websites dedicated to her work and personal life.

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Rodney Rice

I think Dakota is more suited to the role of Anastasia than Alexis.

2021-05-12 17:26:19
Patricia Allen

I`m not sure if Alexis could play the bad girl. Her face is too kind and sweet.

2021-05-09 22:32:02
John Lamb

I liked the movie «Sin City», a cool action movie. It is a pity that Bledel is not in the most successful role there.

2021-04-21 14:37:37
Nicole Johnson

I think Alexis is so magnetic, unusual. A very recognizable actress!

2021-03-22 12:45:51
Deborah Drake

I, like many others, remembered Bledel in the TV series «Gilmore Girls», she`s so little there

2021-03-11 10:03:12