: The secret date is eventually discovered by Mrs. Kim, leading to significant trouble for Lane and a strained moment between Rory and Lorelai regarding honesty. Production & Trivia
: Rune is famously difficult and immediately dislikes Lorelai because she is "too tall" for him. Lorelai, in turn, is forced to endure his rude behavior to ensure Sookie’s date with Jackson goes smoothly. [S1E12] Double Date
: Rune's bizarre obsession with Lorelai's shoe size (size 9) and his general disdain for her height. Rory, Lane, and the Dean/Todd Situation : The secret date is eventually discovered by Mrs
: Sookie finally asks Jackson out, but Jackson's cousin Rune is in town and won't go out alone. Lorelai reluctantly agrees to be Rune's date to help Sookie out. Lorelai, in turn, is forced to endure his
: This episode is pivotal for establishing the long-term relationship between Sookie and Jackson, marking the official start of their romance. Gilmore girls references to tall people - Facebook
: Lane is desperate to go out with Dean's friend, Todd, but her mother, Mrs. Kim, would never allow it. She convinces Rory to set up a double date under the guise of "studying" with Rory.