Gilmore Girls: Luke's 10 Best Life Decisions, Ranked | ScreenRant
Just like all the main characters on Gilmore Girls go down some paths that aren't right for them, Luke Danes doesn't always make the smartest choices. Luke often puts up a fight that only makes his life more difficult, like when he struggles to get along with Taylor. But even though Luke doesn't always know the right thing to do, he makes some decisions that bring joy to his life and help him see what truly matters to him.
Whether it's a choice that affects his dating life or he welcomes a family member into his home, Luke makes some great decisions on Gilmore Girls that fans definitely approve of.
10 Making Lorelai A Chuppah For Her Wedding To Max
Max is a clingy Gilmore Girls character and it's easy to think of Lorelai and Max's relationship as a necessary part of Lorelai's growth but not meant to be. When Luke makes Lorelai a chuppah and leaves it in front of her house, he's showing that he cares about her and that he wants to be there for her, even if she's going to marry someone else.
This might not be a choice that moves Lorelai and Luke's relationship forward or changes Luke's life in any way. But this decision does make Lorelai realize that she has a good friend in Luke no matter what happens, a realization that will eventually lead to them falling in love.
9 Buying The Twickham House
In season 5, Luke decides that he wants to move forward with his future and he purchases the Twickham House, something that he has been thinking about for a long time.
While Luke and Lorelai don't end up living in it and it will be a long time before they move in together and commit to each other for good, this is still one of the smartest things that Luke ever does. He's proving to himself and to Lorelai that he is thinking seriously about their relationship, which is important for both of them to know.
8 Asking Lorelai For A Character Reference
Season 7 might not be a fan favorite season but it does feature an incredibly romantic moment: when Lorelai writes Luke a character reference so he can fight for April, and fans see that she still loves him and wants to be with him.
Luke's decision to ask Lorelai to write this letter is a significant one. It gives him the best chance possible of being able to take care of April since Lorelai knows him better than any0one else and he can tell that she will write something positive and helpful, despite the chaos that they're dealing with as their relationship as fallen apart.
7 Making The Decision To Divorce Nicole
It's definitely tough to think about Luke and Lorelai's Gilmore Girls wedding delays. Before Luke realizes how much he cares about Lorelai, he marries Nicole, a lawyer who viewers would say he doesn't share much with.
Although it's easy to see this marriage as a total mistake, it's also possible to say that when Luke wants to get a divorce, this is one of his most intelligent life decisions. While Luke would love a happy and healthy partnership, he's okay being alone if that means that he can try to find someone who is a better fit.
6 Keeping His Diner For Himself Without Franchising
Emily and Richard would be incredibly excited if Luke would turn his diner into a massive franchise. They see dollar signs and success and lots of praise and attention.
Luke decides that he would like to just keep his one diner in Stars Hollow, and no matter what anyone else says about this, Luke is doing what feels correct to him. This decision allows Luke to keep living in his beloved hometown and that means a lot to him.
5 Helping Out At The Renaissance Fair
Liz and TJ's Gilmore Girls scenes are just as quirky as they are. When Liz and TJ want Luke to help out at a Renaissance Fair for them, it might seem like a terrible idea as this couldn't be further from Luke's interests.
It's possible to see this as a good decision on Luke's part, though. He show his sister that he cares about her and will always be there to support her, and he also finds that he has a good time. It's important for Luke to travel sometimes and be part of something.
4 Getting Back Together With Rachel
Although it can be tough to think that Rachel is Luke's soulmate when there are so many signs pointing to Luke and Lorelai always being meant to be, Rachel's time in Stars Hollow is still a good thing. And when Luke gets back together with Rachel briefly at the end of season 1, it's one of the smartest things that he does.
Instead of wondering "what if?" Luke is giving this relationship a second chance and seeing how he feels about Rachel now that time has passed. They realize that they're different people and it will never work, and it's smart that they come to this conclusion.
3 Becoming A Devoted Parent To April
It's a big deal that Luke throws himself into parenthood and decides that he wants to be there for April. They both appreciate the time that they're able to spend together and they create a special bond, even though Luke doesn't always understand his daughter.
Luke's choice to be a good, devoted parent is one of the best things that he does in his entire life, and it's a bigger decision than buying a house or thinking about his business, although those matter as well.
2 Finally Marrying Lorelai In The Revival
When fans think about A Year In The Life, they definitely love that Luke and Lorelai get married at the end.
Luke realizes that he can't ever walk away from his relationship with Lorelai as they mean too much to each other to ever be apart. He is able to move on from their problems and see a way forward, and viewers know that they will be able to get through anything that happens to them in the future. It feels like they're finally taking control of their relationship.
1 Agreeing To Let Jess Live With Him
Luke's decision to take care of Jess for a while is definitely his best decision, as this changes both of their lives and makes them see that family is significant and special.
It's a struggle for both Luke and Jess to get to know each other and get along. Once they do, they love each other so much that fans still smile about their relationship. When Jess visits in A Year In The Life, it's clear that he and Luke have become close over the years and that they mean a lot to each other, and fans love seeing that.