The iconic actress Tina Louise, best known for her role as the stunning Ginger Grant on the hit TV show Gilligan’s Island, is re-releasing her 1997 memoir, Sunday: A Memoir.
At 90 years young, Louise has also recorded an audiobook version of her tell-all memoir, which offers a candid look at her life, including her time on the beloved sitcom.
In her book, Louise reveals that she didn’t think Gilligan’s Island would be a massive success when she first signed on. In fact, she thought the show would only last six months.
The show, which aired from 1964 to 1967, followed a diverse group of tourists who were shipwrecked on a tropical island. The cast included Russell Johnson, Dawn Wells, Bob Denver, Jim Backus, Natalie Schafer, and Alan Hale Jr.
Tina Louise, who played the stunning Ginger Grant on Gilligan’s Island, is re-releasing her 1997 memoir; seen in 1960
In addition to her time on Gilligan’s Island, Louise’s memoir also delves into her childhood, including her experience at boarding school. At just six years old, she was sent away by her parents, who were going through a divorce. The only bright spot was Sundays, when her parents would visit.
Louise has had a long and successful career in Hollywood, starting in the theater in the mid-1950s. She had her breakthrough role in 1958’s God’s Little Acre, earning a Golden Globe nomination for New Star of the Year.
She went on to star in a number of classic films, including The Trap, The Hangman, Day Of The Outlaw, and For Those Who Think Young. Her iconic role as Ginger Grant, however, remains her most beloved.
Portrait of the cast of Gilligan’s Island, 1964. Back row, from left, American actors Jim Backus (1913 – 1989) as Thurston Howell III, Natalie Schafer (1900 – 1991) as Mrs. Howell, Tina Louise as Ginger Grant, Alan Hale Jr. (1918 – 1990) as the Skipper, and Dawn Wells as Mary Ann Summers; front row, from left, Russell Johnson as the Professor and Bob Denver as Gilligan
Louise has said that working on her memoir has been a therapeutic experience, allowing her to reflect on her life and career. She is excited to share her story with a new generation of fans.
The re-release of Sunday: A Memoir is a testament to Louise’s enduring legacy as a Hollywood icon. With her signature wit and charm, she continues to captivate audiences to this day.