Starstruck
Sure, fans constantly fought over whether Mary Ann or Ginger were their favorite. Despite what you might have thought, the two actresses are close friends in real life. In the beginning, Wells felt intimidated by Tina Louise, who was a huge movie star. Back then Wells was not famous. After getting over her fears, she grew quite close to her costar. Now, Dawn Wells is even friends on social media with Tina Louise’s daughter. How cute!
Tina The Teacher
After her days with Gilligan’s Island, Tina Louise changed gears and began acting in Broadway shows. Besides Broadway, this New Yorker stays busy teaching second graders as a volunteer! Believe it or not, many of her students recognize her right away as Ginger. Clearly, those reruns have had a lasting effect!