The bromance is a stalwart tradition of the sitcom world. Some of the greatest relationships of television were not the Ross & Rachels of history or the Sam & Dianes, but rather the Chandler & Joeys and the Norm & Cliffs. The hilarity of comedy usually hinges upon the hijinks of two or more dudes.
This probably could spiral into a discussion about how there are not nearly enough good girl-girl relationships on primetime TV, but let’s avoid it for now, okay?
These are some of my favorites from recent years, in no particular order:
Chandler and Joey — Friends
Roommates. Best Buds. Hilarious.
J.D. and Turk — Scrubs
The only ones who have a song together. I give you…”Guy Love.”
Andy and Bobby — Cougar Town
A newer bromance…not a shocking one, though, considering Bill Lawrence created both Scrubs and Cougar Town. I’m guessing there’s some sort of bromance in Lawrence’s past.
Michael and Ryan — The Office
This may be a little more one-sided, but it’s pretty funny.
A.C. and Zach — Saved by the Bell
I originally thought this one should be Zach and Screech, but after watching this hilarious fan video, this was more accurate.
Hurley and Sawyer — LOST
And another fan video, and also in honor of the series finale tonight.
Mac and Dennis — It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
These guys would redefine bromance if they weren’t both so narcissistic.
Vince/Turtle/Eric/Drama/Ari — Entourage
Can’t wait for the new season! June!
Bert and Ernie — Sesame Street
Bromance? Or more…you decide.
Kermit and Fozzie — The Muppet Show
The whole bit in The Great Muppet Caper where Kermit and Fozzie are identical twins…so funny.
Troy and Abed — Community
Honestly, this bromance was the one that inspired me to make the list. Community is one of my favorite new shows and the Troy and Abed vignettes at the end of every episode are freaking awesome.
I know that I’m forgetting a lot of bro-love. Can you help me out?
UH… KENAN AND KEL? Seriously. Shame.
Jerry and Geroge from Seinfeld.
Shawn and Corey??
um, am i the only one who has no idea who Kenan & Kel are? or even Shawn & Corey? I’m guessing that if people have no idea what show your bromances are from then, they aren’t very popular to begin with. How about Barney & Ted from How I Met Your Mother? Even though Barney is the one that makes that bromance even important. & Jerry & George SHOULD HAVE made this list to begin with. i love it that you have Andy & Bobby on there. Cougar Town & Modern Family are 2 of the greatest new shows in a long time. Along with Big Bang Theory.
Fred and Barney
Ralph and Ed
So many from OZ-HBO
Beavis and Butthead
Jake,
Yep, you’re the only one.
Love,
Everyone Else
Kip Wilson and Henry Desmond
Bert and Ernie started it all!
Kip Wilson and Henry Desmond