In February 2022, Lauren Graham retweeted a Gilmore Girls scene, which made fans wonder if season 2 of the Netflix revival A Year In The Life was coming. The actor realized what happened and tweeted, “Sweet Peoples: sorry for any confusion. I retweeted that clip because I thought it was fun but I have nothing @GilmoreGirls-related to announce except that I continue to be bad at the internet and I continue to love you all," according to Us Weekly.
After watching and rewatching 7 seasons and the four revival episodes, it's clear that sometimes, Lorelai is in the right, whether approaching a tricky situation or giving advice. Reddit fans are sharing the times when Lorelai does the right thing.
Lorelai Acknowledges Tough Emotions
Throughout Lorelai and Rory's Gilmore Girls relationship, the mother and daughter always talk about how they're feeling, and Lorelai shows Rory from a young age that it's okay to be upset and feel like life is difficult.
Redditor summeringby appreciates this about Lorelai, writing "i love lorelai for allowing negative feelings in her life" and adding that Lorelai has "emotional intelligence." It can be hard for Rory to it when she's sad or feels like she's making mistakes, and Lorelai helps her out.
Wallowing Is Important
When Dean breaks up with Rory in season 1, Rory thinks that she can breeze through a weekend to-do list and avoid feeling anything, but Lorelai lets her know that the "wallowing" process of eating junk food and watching sad movies is crucial.
Redditor Princess-She-ra posted that Lorelai is right that "you need to wallow when you're heartbroken. I know she didn't invent this concept but it's so true." It's moving that Rory and Lorelai can connect even more over this tough situation.
Lorelai's Attitude About Emily And Richard
Lorelai argues with her parents throughout the series, and while sometimes Emily and Richard seem to be right because they're so hurt that Lorelai left home, some viewers feel that Lorelai has handled herself properly throughout this conflict.
Redditor mari_toujours wrote that "Lorelai was right about her parents" and it was a good idea to leave home as she could "finally experience the freedom to make her own choices and appreciate who she was without the constant criticism."
Lorelai Knows Rory Should Get To Know Emily And Richard
Rory and Richard have many Gilmore Girls scenes where their closeness is apparent, and Rory loves spending time with Emily as well. Rory's grandparents are so proud that she attends Chilton and Yale and love talking to her about all kinds of subjects.
One Redditor posted that Lorelai is right to make sure that Rory, Richard and Emily get to know each other and see each other regularly. The fan wrote that it was "mature how she encouraged Rory’s relationship with her grandparents, even though they were horrid parents to her." Lorelai knows that it means a lot to Rory, Emily and Richard to finally be in each other's lives. She doesn't want to do anything to mess it up and acts selflessly.
It Makes Sense That Lorelai Worries About Rory Leaving Yale
Rory dropping out of Yale after stealing a yacht is one of the most discussed Gilmore Girls storylines, and while some viewers think that Lorelai should keep talking to Rory after that, others understand why Lorelai needs some time and space.
Redditor Objective_Hand3066 wrote that "even though I don't completely agree with the way Lorelai handled things, I do think she was more in the right." It's sad for Lorelai to watch her daughter begin living with Emily and Richard, knowing that Rory is making what might be the wrong decision and Emily and Richard refuse to have a real, genuine conversation about it.
Lorelai Makes The Right Decision About Max
When debating Lorelai and Max's Gilmore Girls relationship, it's possible to say that they really care about each other but the timing might be off. It also seems like Max is more interested in a future together than Lorelai is.
Redditor prosperomoto wrote that "Lorelai wasn't 'bolting' and she was right to try to break up with Max" because Lorelai realizes that "everyone else was more excited about the relationship than she was." This isn't an easy time in Lorelai's life as she wants so badly to have a ive and caring partner and thinks that it would be nice if Rory had a father figure as well since Christopher isn't around very much.
Lorelai Finds Louise And Madeline At The Concert
The season 1 episode "Concert Interreptus" starts off strong, with Madeline, Louise and Paris going to see The Bangles with Rory, Lorelai and Sookie. But just as Rory feels that she's fitting in with her new classmates at least a little bit, Madeline and Louise sneak off to a party with older teens.
Lorelai takes responsibility for them and goes to find them, and she is determined to tell them that they have made the wrong decision. Redditor topofthemeiffeltower "ired how she immediately went from having fun and being a 'cool mom' into no-nonsense protective adult mode"
Lorelai Is Right To End Her Relationship With Jason
Lorelai and Jason have a sweet relationship in season 5, but when he sues Richard, she is hurt, offended, and upset. Lorelai ends the romance, which makes fans even more hopeful that she and Luke can finally date.
Redditor crittab agrees with Lorelai's decision, writing that, "Suing my family is an obvious deal-breaker. It means he's decided to prioritize his career over my needs/my family." It's interesting and moving seeing Lorelai and stand up for Richard and this is one of the only times when they seem to agree with each other and be on the same page.
Lorelai Helps Mend Lane And Mrs. Kim's Relationship
Mrs. Kim's Gilmore Girls quotes often involve her worrying about Lane, especially about her dating life. In season 7, Lane and her mom aren't getting along, but Lorelai wants them to start talking again because Lane is about to give birth to twins.
Redditor amandaIorian likes that Lorelai helps the characters out there, writing that she "recognized the importance of bridging the gap between Lane and Mrs. Kim and getting them on good ."
Lorelai Buy's Luke's Boat In Season 7
Lorelai doesn't know everything about Luke, and his secretive past becomes a memorable storyline in season 7 when he wants to sell the boat that once belonged to his father.
Redditor crittab likes that when Luke sells the boat to Luke, Lorelai buys it because she can tell that Luke will definitely regret his decision. The fan wrote, "Lorelai did the right thing, and Luke appreciated it after he had a chance to actually process it." Lorelai is often looking out for Luke's best interests and happiness, which is really sweet to see.