Even years after its finale, Friends continues to win hearts. Fans recently voted for the most unforgettable moments — from hilarious scenes to emotional ones — proving why this sitcom will always be one of TV’s greatest classics.
1. The Wishbone, the Lottery, and a True Joey–Chandler Bromance
Sometimes the sweetest Friends moments come wrapped in pure comedy — and this scene is the perfect example. In one memorable episode, Chandler is nervously waiting to hear back about a job interview, while the rest of the gang gets caught up in lottery fever.
Phoebe bursts in, thrilled after her psychic predicted she’d win the lottery that night. Monica adds a “lucky” wishbone to the mix, and soon everyone’s joking (and competing) over who gets to make a wish. Joey and Phoebe finally break the wishbone, both secretly hoping for something special — or so we think.
After all the excitement, no one wins the lottery, and the group sits around feeling deflated. But then comes the twist: Chandler gets the call — he got the job!
When Joey congratulates him, he reveals something heartwarming: he hadn’t wished to win the lottery at all. He wished for Chandler to get the job. Chandler, clearly touched (but also terrified of Monica finding out), just smiles.
It’s a funny, tender reminder that beneath all the jokes, sarcasm, and turkey smells, Friends was always about one thing — being there for each other. And this little wishbone moment? Total Joey-and-Chandler friendship gold.
2. When Joey Became the Dad Phoebe Always Needed
In Season 10, Episode 12 – “The One with Phoebe’s Wedding,” one of the sweetest, most emotional moments unfolds at Central Perk.
Phoebe, radiant and excited about her upcoming wedding, sits with Joey and quietly asks him a huge favor: to walk her down the aisle. Her stepfather can’t make it, and she turns to the one person who’s always been there for her — her best friend. It’s such a pure Friends moment — heartfelt without being sappy, showing just how deep the bond between Phoebe and Joey really is. For all the jokes and ridiculous antics over the years, this scene reminded fans that the show’s real love story was always about friendship.
3. The One with the Prom Video
Rachel is furious with Ross and tells him it’s over — until an old prom video changes everything. The group watches footage from high school showing Monica and Rachel getting ready for prom. When Rachel’s date doesn’t show up, Ross, after some nudging from his dad, gets ready to take her himself. But just as he’s about to step in, her date arrives, leaving Ross standing there in his tux, holding flowers, heartbroken.
Watching the video years later, Rachel finally realizes how much Ross has always loved her. She walks over, kisses him, and the room erupts in cheers.
