Exploring TikTok’s Viral ‘I Love Your Daughter’ Trend: Sean Gunn’s Short Film

Sean Gunn, known for his role in Gilmore Girls, has sparked the viral ‘I love your daughter’ trend on TikTok after a clip from his short film gained popularity.

The ‘I love your daughter’ meme began its rise on TikTok in September and has maintained its viral status ever since.

This trend typically involves men presenting their qualities and what they can offer to a potential partner. Following their pitch, they usually break into a dance to showcase their best traits.

The viral audio is lifted from Sean Gunn’s short film titled A Film By Kirk. In Gilmore Girls, Gunn portrayed Kirk Gleason, a character within the beloved 2000s series exploring themes of friendship and family.

In the featured clip, Gunn addresses the father of his love interest by asserting, “I love your daughter.” To which the father retorts, “Who do you think you are to profess love for my daughter, what can you provide?”

Gunn responds with a simple, “Nothing, just this,” before performing a contemporary dance, while his love interest watches with admiration.

@clozvr
Idk why I did this chat |#edit #foryoupage #flopera #fypシ #viral #gilmoregirls #gilmoregirlsedit #kirkgleason #kirkgleasonedit

♬ afilmbykirk – ᶻ 𝗓 𐰁. ᐟ

Furthermore, the trend incorporates the song ‘Breathe’ by Olly Alexander, featuring lyrics like, “What’s that supposed to be about, baby? Go free up your vibe, stop acting crazy. Reminiscing all the good times daily. Try and pull that, got me acting shady.”

Creators on TikTok have uniquely adapted the ‘I love your daughter’ theme, infusing their individual styles into each rendition.

One TikTok user, Austin Pepito, achieved over 43 million views with his interpretation. After the audio played, he humorously laid down and performed the worm dance, asking, “Would you still love me if I was a worm?”

@austinpepito
would you still love me if I was a worm? #fyp #worm #alliam

♬ afilmbykirk – ᶻ 𝗓 𐰁. ᐟ

Similarly, Brian Jordan Alvarez attracted attention with his own version of the ‘I love your daughter’ trend. While maneuvering through an airport with his suitcase, he danced provocatively to ‘Breathe.’

“This is working for me, I fear,” remarked one captivated viewer.

@brianjordanalvarez
Wow

♬ afilmbykirk – ᶻ 𝗓 𐰁. ᐟ

The TikTok interpretive dance phenomenon has also generated millions of views this October, with performers creating original routines in hopes of achieving their desires.

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