Gilmore Girls: Lorelai’s 10 Funniest Moments, According To Reddit

Lorelai’s life might get serious at times, as she fights with her parents and tries to steer Rory on a happy path. But the beloved Gilmore Girls character is famous for her joking around, and while sometimes the situation doesn’t call for it, Lorelai does try to approach life with a smile, funny pun or comment, and a positive attitude. Lorelai can’t help but bring some humor into the conversation as being formal just isn’t her style.

From Lorelai’s interactions with Emily and Rory to some of her hilarious scenes in Luke’s diner, Reddit users are sharing their favorite Gilmore Girls moments when Lorelai makes them laugh.

10 Lorelai Makes A Joke At The Parent/Teacher Night

Rory has great Chilton scenes on Gilmore Girls and it’s also entertaining to watch Lorelai interacting with the other parents, as she doesn’t feel like she fits in and she’s always nervous to be around them.

Reddit user amandaIorian loves when Lorelai is late for the parent/teacher night in Max’s classroom in season 1 and knocks over the globe and says “What in the world?” while everyone stares at her. The fan wrote, “Never fails to get me.” This is definitely one of Lorelai’s most hilarious scenes and shows that she maintains her sense of humor even when feeling awkward and out of place.

9 Lorelai And Emily’s Fashion Show

Fans love the season 2 episode “Like Mother, Like Daughter” when Lorelai and Emily connect with each other. For Reddit user female_gazing9, one of Lorelai’s funniest moments is “When Lorelai and Emily do the booster club fashion show together in matching pant suits.”

It’s not memorable and fun seeing Lorelai wear the same outfit as her mom, which she would normally never want to do. Emily gets so into being a model for a day that viewers love seeing her silly, more casual side.

8 Lorelai And Richard Bonding Over Trix

When thinking about Trix’s harsh Gilmore Girls personality, fans know that she can be tough and cold but her presence also makes for some funny moments. Sometimes Richard and Lorelai bond over being afraid of Trix or, in one particular and rare scene, they find her hilarious. Reddit user tzuku_foria loves watching Lorelai “laughing with Richard on the couch imagining how Trix’s boyfriend looked like in purple velour tracksuit.”

It’s rare to see Lorelai and her dad putting aside their many differences and just enjoying a sweet and friendly moment, making this a scene that fans really appreciate.

7 Lorelai Falls At Luke’s Diner

Luke’s diner is beloved on Gilmore Girls and there isn’t an episode when Lorelai doesn’t order a cup of coffee or a meal.

In the season 4 finale “Raincoats and Recipes,” Lorelai and Luke are in a cute phase of their relationship as they’re just about to start dating, and Lorelai falls at Luke’s diner. Reddit user ellablacck said that this is “Such a classic moment, might be the funniest for me.” Lorelai is nervous about this next stage and it’s charming seeing how she wants to impress Luke even though she’s walked into the diner so many times before.

6 Lorelai Says She Called Rory “Droopy Drawers” As A Baby

Fans love hearing Lorelai’s stories about Rory as a baby and child. It’s always heartwarming to hear about Rory’s lifelong love of books and her close friendship with Lane.

Reddit user Valuable-Hedgehog079 loves when, in the season 3 episode “Application Anxiety,” Lorelai tells Rory that she called her “Droopy Drawers” as a baby. Rory says “That was never my nickname” and Lorelai said that once at the mall, Rory’s pants fell down. Viewers enjoy watching Rory and Lorelai tease each other as it shows how sweet their relationship is and this is a perfect example.

5 Lorelai Says That Luke Has His Own Favorite Restaurant

The season 5 episode “Written In The Stars” features the special official first date of Lorelai and Luke. Lorelai enjoys going to the restaurant in another town that Luke is very comfortable at.

Reddit user MintChiffon thinks it’s funny when Lorelai says “Wow, Luke has a Luke’s,” writing “I don’t know if it’s Lauren’s delivery of that line or the expression on Luke’s face, but I just laugh every time.”

4 Lorelai Answers The Phone In A Hilarious Way

Lorelai’s Independence and Dragonfly Inn moments can be silly, adorable, and meaningful. Lorelai loves what she does and while it takes a while for Emily and Richard to be proud and support her, Lorelai knows that she’s on the right path.

Reddit user CeceSorelle loves when Emily calls the Independence Inn and Lorelai answers, “the fish flies at night!” While Emily is confused, Lorelai is just joking around and trying to have some fun. Fans love when Lorelai tries to make a situation more enjoyable and Emily remains super serious, as the contrast between them is perfect.

3 Lorelai Has Trouble When Rory Starts Dating Dean

While Lorelai appreciates how kind Dean is, it takes her a bit of time to get to know him. Fans remember that when Rory and Dean are beginning to date, Lorelai has some trouble adjusting.

Reddit user stpwtmnt loves when Lorelai and Luke are chatting about Rory and Dean’s first kiss and Lorelai says, “that lothario over there has worked his way into my daughter’s heart & mouth, & for that he must die!” Luke makes the scene even better by saying that the Stars Hollow residents will hate because it’s double coupon day. While most parents would be nervous about their kid dating for the first time, Lorelai brings her vibrant personality and sense of humor into the moment, making it more memorable.

2 Lorelai Wants Gigi To Look Just Like Her

Christopher’s clingy Gilmore Girls scenes become more obvious when he and Lorelai start a serious relationship later on in the series. But before Lorelai and Chris get back together, he has a child with his partner Sherry, and it’s a big adjustment for Rory and Lorelai.

Reddit user trainsounds31 loves the funny moment when Lorelai asks if Sherry and Christopher’s child will look anything like her. The fan wrote, “I just liked the multiple jokes of her making other people’s babies about herself.”

1 Lorelai Bugs Luke About The Diner Menus

Rory and Lorelai are creatures of habit at Luke’s diner, loving the coffee, donuts, and burgers. It’s rare that fans see them order something else.

In a hilarious scene, Lorelai is upset that there are new menus at Luke’s diner and after asking Luke for an old one, she bugs him even more. Reddit user McMc10001 thinks it’s funny to watch Lorelai “then immediately complaining that everyone else has a new one.” Lorelai is sometimes silly and frustrating, and while Luke doesn’t enjoy this part of her personality, he finds her just as charming as fans do.

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