The Thirst is Real: Why the Internet is Swooning Over Emily in Paris Hottie, Lucas Bravo

Thanks to the pandemic, our wanderlust has had to take a backseat for months now. That’s where Netflix’s latest show Emily In Paris steps right in to fill the void of our Parisian dreams. The show is both an indulgence and an escape from the reality of the new normal, right from the scenic city of romance down to the designer wear even Blair Waldorf would approve of. But between freshly baked pain au chocolat runs and Gossip Girl references, it’s Emily’s French neighbour Gabriel that has all our attention.

Which #EmilyinParis character are you giving a *chef's kiss* to and WHY IS IT GABRIEL? 💋https://t.co/jcqUNGeqqF pic.twitter.com/jnR9vsVOGW

— E! News (@enews) October 6, 2020

“Wait… so you’re single? In Paris?,” is a bewildering statement Lilly Collins’ Emily hears quite a few times following her breakup with her long-time boyfriend in Chicago. But who can blame Emily’s friends for their confusion when there’s a hot neighbour to hit up right there? Bonus: Gabriel isn’t just hot, soft-spoken and a bit of a knight in shining armour, he can cook some smokin’ hot dishes too! Can we have some of those chef Gabriel-special omelettes, please?

i'll eat whatever this chef serves. like, everything. literally, everything. *salivating* #EmilyInParis pic.twitter.com/rkdVa80jVm

— thesojunoona_x (@vanasshi) October 5, 2020

Though the romance between Emily and Gabriel could be tagged as “It’s Complicated”, we really don’t blame Ems for swooning over this charmer. As they say, the thirst is real.

Gabriel is too fine. I’d be plotting on him too!! Oui oui #EmilyInParis pic.twitter.com/zvPwMH3gmJ

— lindsay (@richeclipsee) October 3, 2020

Done watching #EmilyInParis . The story is quite predictable and its like a typical romcom but it was light hearted and very entertaining. The episodes are only 30 minutes long. The lead actor is very hansome and charming😍. Wouldn't mind watching a second season pic.twitter.com/BfUlrVQcbr

— Dr.Mitali Argikar (@MitaliArgikar) October 7, 2020

We’ll let this Gabriel fancam speak for itself.

oh gabriel! my ovaries are exploding!!! #EmilyInParis pic.twitter.com/CubnBUwnfC

— julie in colon (@thejannsnow) October 4, 2020

NOW WHY THEY MAKE GABRIEL SO FINE FOR??? #EmilyInParis pic.twitter.com/rrNRHyjHmp

— sappho’s whore aka lex amor (@ambrosiacloudss) October 6, 2020

While Emily in Paris is peppered with gorgeous men, Gabriel’s character has put French actor Lucas Bravo under the spotlight and the internet can’t seem to get enough of him.

"I watch #EmilyInParis for the plot"
The plot: pic.twitter.com/TwO61YGKI2

— Missguided (@Missguided) October 6, 2020

It’s a pity though that Gabriel is a bit of a cheater. But hey! Bravo for the win!

GUYS WE ARE NOT SAYING WE LIKE GABRIEL EVEN THOUGH HE’S A CHEATER, THE HYPE IS ALL FOR LUCAS BRAVO I MEAN LOOK AT HIM #EmilyInParis pic.twitter.com/xg103wlPZ7

— 𝚜𝚊𝚋𝚛𝚒𝚗𝚊 🌸 (@this_is_sab) October 4, 2020

What’s more? Gabriel can whip up an omelette in a jiffy as he navigates the romance. That’s not just good acting – the 32-year-old actor used to be a sous chef in a restaurant a few years ago.

I stayed up until 2:30am and binge watched this series #EmilyInParis and mostly because of #lucasbravo https://t.co/pBIf2c3p0G

— BrissieChick 🍃 (@laylalee68) October 3, 2020

If you’re not convinced of internet’s new crush, here’s Lucas Bravo with long hair to help you seal the deal. You can thank us later!

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guys let’s be honest, we all fell in love with Lucas Bravo #EmilyInParis

Gabriel’s a oui for me 💙🤍❤️ pic.twitter.com/HuPlR3UWJK

— just another fan acc (@traansient) October 4, 2020