Kelly Bishop is filming the Freeform series The Watchful Eye, which tells the story of a nanny becoming part of her employer's rich and compelling family. Bishop plays Mrs. Ivey, who lives in the impressive New York City apartment building, The Greybourne. Fans of Gilmore Girls can always picture the actor in this type of wealthy environment since Emily Gilmore has a huge mansion and an affluent lifestyle.
From the digs that she can't help but throw at her daughter to the beliefs that she holds about dinner, dessert, and other things that are important to her fancy appearance, Emily says many unique quotes on Gilmore Girls that fans love hearing time and time again. Redditors have picked out Emily's most interesting lines.
“You’re Pleased That The Ice Man Looked At You Like A Porterhouse Steak.”
Emily can tell Luke and Lorelai love each other in season 1
Lorelai and Luke's Gilmore Girls relationship involves flirting and clear chemistry in the time before they begin dating. Redditor Public-Asparagus-590 mentioned Emily's quote from the season 1 episode "Rory's Birthday Parties." After Lorelai enthusiastically hugs Luke for bringing Luke to the party, Emily wisely figures out the truth.
Emily's comment about a "Porterhouse steak" is hilarious because it's so specific and it gives Lorelai pause, who has never realized that Luke could have romantic feelings for her. This proves that Emily does get her daughter.
"Would You Like Me To Put A Mirror In Front Of You..."
Emily can't help but be sassy
Redditor moonyriot loves when Emily asks about getting a mirror "so you can look at yourself while having this conversation?" The fan wrote, "All of these quotes make it so obvious that Lorelai got her snark and wit from Emily."
Emily is a fascinating study in contrasts because while she lives a fancy life of parties and keeping up with her equally well-dressed and wealthy friends, she makes bold statements and can't help but sound cold at times. It wouldn't make sense to Emily to hold her tongue.
"Your Person And Your Existence Have Never Ever Been, Not Even For A Second, Included In That List."
Emily tells Rory she isn't a disappointment
In season 1, Emily and Richard invite Christopher Hayden and his parents over for dinner, and Rory feels terrible and awkward the entire time. It's clear to Rory that there were many fights and debates over whether Lorelai should have given birth to her. One Redditor loves when Emily tells Rory that she was always wanted, saying that this is a quote from Emily that is "amazing" and "heartwrenching."
While many fan favorite Emily lines are biting and tough to hear, this one is beautiful and moving. Emily has many special moments when she shares her feelings and shows some softness.
"No One Appreciates Your Sarcasm, Young Lady."
Emily gets upset with Rory
Some of Rory's best Gilmore Girls quotes see the character cracking jokes or sounding sarcastic. After growing up with Lorelai, Rory finds it tough not to see the world in the same humorous way. Redditor youjumpijumpjack likes when Emily tells Rory that "No one appreciates" her tone, meaning, of course, that Emily is unhappy.
In season 1, Emily is on her best and most polite behavior with Rory since they don't know each other very well. As the show goes on, Emily starts to show her frustration with her granddaughter at times, which proves that she feels close to Rory and comfortable talking to her.
"You Brought Us Used Dessert?"
Emily is shocked at Lorelai's leftover dessert in season 1
Friday Night Dinner is a special part of Gilmore Girls, and the food on the menu is always one of the most compelling parts since there are many conversations about it. One Redditor posted about the funny scene when Emily is livid that Lorelai would bring leftovers to dinner and wrote, "This one makes me laugh-cry every time!!"
While most characters couldn't get away with not loving leftovers, this quote explains so much about Emily. She has strong opinions and beliefs about the way that things should work, and she especially cares about keeping up appearances and being fancy.
"You Do Not Go Running Out The Door When A Boy Honks..."
Emily is upset with Dean in season 1
One of the most romantic Rory and Dean Gilmore Girls episodes is season 1's "Rory's Dance" when they attend a Chilton dance. When Dean drives up to Lorelai and Rory's house, Emily is offended that he doesn't walk up to the door and greet everyone politely.
Redditor Alexastef1 loves when Emily tells her granddaughter, "This is not a drive thru and you are not a bucket of chicken." Emily could simply say that Dean needs to behave better, but she always goes one step further and makes an intense statement that makes viewers laugh. Lorelai and Rory might be embarrassed, but deep down, they know that Emily is right and they appreciate her.
"Animals Eat Outside."
Emily thinks meals should be eaten indoors only
Throughout Gilmore Girls, Emily talks about manners, and she has certain rules about the way that she wants to live her life. Emily also expects her family members to follow her lead.
Redditor settiek likes when Emily says that only "animals" eat outdoors and the fan added, "I actually hate eating outside and in this scene, Emily is my spirit animal!" Lorelai and Rory are never sure why Emily cares so much about these things and even Richard, who is just as sophisticated, thinks that some of the rules that Emily insists on are silly and don't make a lot of sense.
“Goodbye, Gigi. Enjoy Your Program.”
Emily is delightfully old-fashioned
Redditor moljs posted the funny quote when Emily is speaking to Christopher's daughter Gigi and calls a TV show a "program." The fan wrote that it "Makes me laugh out loud every time."
Emily is an old-fashioned character who likes watching ballroom dancing, dressing up, and fancy dinner parties. It's always fun watching the contrast between Emily and Lorelai, as Lorelai prefers take-out and casual clothing and doesn't care about trying to look elegant all the time. Gilmore Girls would be a much less interesting and dynamic show if Emily and Lorelai liked the same things.
"You Can Use Your Mother's Golf Clubs..."
Emily can't resist a dig at her daughter
In the season 1 episode "Kill Me Now," Rory goes to the country club with Richard and learns to golf. She has a great lunch and hears some entertaining gossip. Emily tells Rory to use Lorelai's clubs, a quote that Redditor ilovepuscifer posted is a favorite. Emily adds, "They’re upstairs gathering dust with the rest of her potential."
Emily and Rory have many Gilmore Girls fights as they could learn how to actually talk to each other better. But the rest of the time, the characters banter and exchange digs, and fans can't help but laugh at how alike they sound. Even though Lorelai complains that her mom is always insulting her and never lets her catch a break, Lorelai often teases Emily or mutters something not all that nice under her breath, proving their similar personalities.
"You Go To Bed, I'll Go To France!"
Emily fights with Richard in season 1
Emily and Richard's arguments are often entertaining because while fans also wish that they would make up and stop hurting each other's feelings, they each sound so sarcastic that it's hard not to laugh.
Redditor satinandsass loves when Emily tells her husband that she's prepared to go to Europe and wrote, "Emily was low-key one of my favorite characters." When Emily gets upset, she loves big, declarative statements and doesn't care if she sounds a bit too intense. Richard knows and loves this about his wife as they have been together for so long and while they get on each other's nerves, they always come back because their love is too strong.