Navigates the shock of Dean's engagement and Jess's distance. Scott Patterson
Jess Mariano faces the consequences of failing out of high school. When Luke learns that Jess cannot graduate, he offers him the choice to repeat his senior year; when Jess refuses, Luke tells him he must leave. Jess ultimately boards a bus for Venice, California, to seek out his estranged father, Jimmy, without telling Rory goodbye or that he is leaving for good. [S3E20] Say Goodnight, Gracie
The episode deals with the emotional and logistical aftermath of a massive party brawl while introducing new challenges for the town's residents. Navigates the shock of Dean's engagement and Jess's distance
Confronts Jess's father and kicks Jess out for failing school. Milo Ventimiglia Fails to graduate and leaves Stars Hollow for California. Sookie St. James Melissa McCarthy Plots with Lorelai to buy their own inn. Lane Kim Keiko Agena Coordinates a complex prom plan with Dave and Mrs. Kim. Dave Rygalski Adam Brody Reads the Bible in one night to impress Mrs. Kim. Jimmy Jess’s father, who makes a surprise visit to the diner. Episode Trivia Jess ultimately boards a bus for Venice, California,