However, the “Gilmore Girls” actor had a life before she hit it big in Hollywood.

Sure, she made a name for herself asRory Gilmore’s mom Lorelaion the series.

But, then she managed to capture hearts and minds again as Sarah Braverman in “Parenthood.”

Lauren Graham poses with a smile

You may or may not be surprised to realize that acting was not Graham’s first great love.

And her first love wasn’t actually acting.

Instead, she enjoyed competing in an activity that was her initial passion.

Lauren Graham poses at the 2010 Primetime Emmy Awards at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live in downtown Los Angeles

As a teen,The Thingsreported that Graham loved to ride horses.

She enjoyed the sport so much that she rode competitively.

One obsession became another."

Lauren Graham arrives at the 4th Annual Television Academy Honors at Beverly Hills Hotel on May 5, 2011 in Beverly Hills, CA

After achieving her degrees, the would-be actor returned to New York City in search of acting jobs.