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7 Amazing Facts About Gilligan’s Island

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When Gilligan’s Island ruled the airwaves, few people knew these amazing facts about the show.

  1. The Minnow was a smuggling operation.
  2. The Professor only had a 2-year degree.
  3. Gilligan was 97-years-old.
  4. Mary Ann and Ginger are sisters.
  5. The Howells made their money in the couch cushion business.
  6. The third season of Survivor was shot on Gilligan’s Island.
  7. The Skipper was exactly twice Gilligan’s weight.

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