May 27th 2024.
The latest season of Bridgerton has certainly caused a stir among fans, with the relationship between Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton finally blossoming into something more than just friendship. As we all know, the beginnings of a romantic relationship often start with a kiss, and that was exactly the case for these two characters on the Netflix show.
Actors Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton delivered an epic first kiss scene after their characters shared a tender moment in a doorway. But let's take a moment to appreciate all the other unforgettable first smooches we've seen on TV. From long-awaited declarations of love to steamy and unexpected moments, we've witnessed it all.
One iconic first kiss that comes to mind is between Lorelai and Luke on Gilmore Girls. Viewers could sense their undeniable chemistry from the moment they first interacted in his diner. It took a self-help book for Luke to finally realize his feelings and make a move, but he didn't exactly communicate his change of intention to Lorelai before going in for the kiss. Needless to say, their combative-style chemistry was still very much present, much to the delight of fans.
Another couple that set the bar high for office romances was Jim and Pam on The Office. Although their first kiss technically happened when Pam drunkenly made a move at the Dundies, it was their sober smooch at Casino night that solidified their feelings for each other. And we all know how that love story ended – with marriage and babies.
But let's not forget the intense and forbidden romance between the Hot Priest and Fleabag. Their scenes were always charged with tension, and when Fleabag admitted her desire for someone to tell her what to do, the Hot Priest took it upon himself to be that person. And let's just say, things got pretty steamy in that confession booth.
Of course, we can't talk about first kisses without mentioning the iconic couple that started it all in Bridgerton – Daphne and Simon, also known as the Duke. Their fake relationship quickly turned into something real, and when they finally gave in to their feelings and kissed, it was a moment that had viewers swooning. Even though their situation was complicated and went against society's rules, their love was undeniable in that moment.
And then we have Janine and Gregory, the school teachers who gave us a will-they-won't-they storyline before finally sharing a kiss on an away trip. It was Janine's bold move to use Gregory's lanyard to pull him in for a second kiss that truly stole the show.
Moving on to another iconic TV couple – Ross and Rachel on Friends. For 10 seasons, fans were on the edge of their seats, wondering if these two would ever get their act together. It wasn't until the finale, when Rachel got off the plane, that their love finally prevailed. And although some fans argue she should have ended up with Joey, there's no denying that their first kiss was one for the history books.
But let's switch gears and talk about a first kiss that made TV history for a different reason. In a 1968 episode of Star Trek, Uhura and Captain Kirk shared one of the first interracial kisses on TV. At the time, there was concern from NBC executives that it would anger certain TV stations, so two versions of the scene were shot. But actors Nichelle Nichols and William Shatner purposely messed up the second version so that their kiss would be shown.
Let's not forget about the toxic yet irresistible relationship between Chuck and Blair on Gossip Girl. These two were always playing games with each other and using their love as a bargaining chip, but their first kiss in the back of a limousine was one that no other Gossip Girl couple could ever top.
And what about Alex and Piper on Orange is the New Black? Although they had been in a relationship before, their reunion in prison was like a second first kiss. Piper initially blamed Alex for her time behind bars, but as we all know, there's a fine line between love and hate. And their kiss proved just that.
Back to the world of sitcoms, we can't forget about Jess and Nick on New Girl. Their kiss was so good that people are still talking about it on TikTok 10 years later. After being locked in a room during a game of Good American, Jess and Nick were told they must kiss if they wanted to be freed. But Nick refused, wanting their first kiss to be in the right moment and not forced. And when he finally made his move, it was a moment that had viewers cheering.
And last but certainly not least, we have Nick and Charlie on Sex Education. These two characters slowly came to realize their feelings for each other, and their first kiss was nothing short of magical. As they delicately touched hands and then lips for the first time, actual cartoon sparks flew between them, making it one of the cutest first kisses on TV.
These are just a few of the many standout first kisses we've seen on our screens. Whether they restored our faith in love or left us feeling hot under the collar, there's no denying the impact they had on our favorite TV shows. And who knows, there may be many more unforgettable first kisses to come.
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