[s3e20] Say Goodnight, Gracie Guide

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.

Navigates the shock of Dean's engagement and Jess's distance. Scott Patterson [S3E20] Say Goodnight, Gracie

"Say Goodnight, Gracie" is the 20th episode of the third season of , which originally aired on May 6, 2003. The episode marks a significant turning point for several major characters as they face farewells, academic failures, and unexpected news that shifts the landscape of Stars Hollow. Plot Summary Jess Mariano faces the consequences of failing out

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 Navigates the shock of Dean's engagement and Jess's distance