Boyle’s 10 most awkward yet lovable moments in Brooklyn Nine-Nine

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Charles Boyle from Brooklyn Nine-Nine exposes his comic talent through unintended humor. He is a prominent figure in each of the show's eight seasons. He is the powerhouse of the precinct. He might not be very smart or physically talented, and he can't read the room, but he makes an effort that no one else does.

Charles Boyle definitely has some cringeworthy moments because of his enthusiasm, loyalty, and poor social comprehension. Each moment involves either speaking unintended double meanings or dedicating complete effort to his Halloween outfits and physical battles with Hitchcock for embarrassing tapes.

Here is the list of Boyle’s 10 most awkward yet lovable moments in Brooklyn Nine-Nine.

Disclaimer: This article is based on the writer's opinion. Readers' discretion is advised.


10. Boyle's Hilarious Speech at Linetti Wedding

Boyle at Linetti Wedding | Image via Netflix
Boyle at Linetti Wedding | Image via Netflix

It is one of Charles Boyle’s most awkward moments. After having an affair with Jake's best friend, Gina, Boyle excitedly told:

“We did this! Our s*x made this happen!”

Soon after his enthusiastic declaration, he realizes that every person at the Linetti wedding, including Jake, has been listening to him. Soon, then Jake replied:

"Charles! Mics on. We can hear all this bud."

Boyle makes a loud public announcement about something very personal in his typically unaware fashion. As a result, it makes this moment both awkward and funny. The scenario is made much embarrassing by revealing publicly about Gina and his secrets.


9. The Leather Jacket Scene

Boyle Wearing Ross's Leather Jacket | Image via YouTube/NBCBrooklyn99
Boyle Wearing Ross's Leather Jacket | Image via YouTube/NBCBrooklyn99

In Season 7, Episode 2, Boyle attempts to show off his style to Jake by wearing Rosa's leather Jackets, which he thinks enhances his appearance of assurance and fashion-forwardness. Jake observes him and said:

"Wait a minute! Is that Rosa's jacket? And Follow up question: Does Rosa's jacket fit you perfectly?"

He continues to tell him:

"Well, you can't just put on a leather jacket and become a b*da*s."

Boyle's insecurities are shown when his attempts to imitate Rosa's style fail. Jake's comment emphasizes that wearing someone else's clothing is not the way to be a true b*da*s, and the borrowed leather jacket falls short of providing easy admiration. Ultimately, Charles's desperate attempt to gain approval makes this scenario awkward and hilarious, which might make you grumble.


8. Boyle's Sexy Jeans Scene

Gina Looking at Boyle's Jeans | Image via YouTube/NBCBrooklyn99
Gina Looking at Boyle's Jeans | Image via YouTube/NBCBrooklyn99

In Season 1, Episode 17, Jake tries to prevent Charles from going "Full Boyle" on his new love interest. Meanwhile, Holt faces opposition to leading a police organization he formed, and Rosa and Amy are hesitant to assist an amateur caped crime fighter. When Boyle was about to present the case of the unlicensed cab driver picking up tourists, Gina suddenly remarked:

"Nice jeans Boyle. Those are surprisingly low-waisted."

Boyle replies:

"Eyes up here Gina. I'm more than just a piece of ass."

Gina's comment focuses on a pointless detail, detracts from his melancholy attitude, and reveals a deep nervousness about being perceived more as a physical presence than a competent investigator. The scene's distinctive fusion of silliness and real character insight is aptly captured by the audience's laughter at how a small fashion remark may shatter Boyle's confidence.


7. Eleanor's Sudden Entry at the Precinct

Eleanor from "Hostage Situation" Episode | Image via YouTube/NBCBrooklyn99
Eleanor from "Hostage Situation" Episode | Image via YouTube/NBCBrooklyn99

In Season 3, Episode 11, Eleanor (ex-wife of Boyle) suddenly entered the Precinct and created a hilariously awkward moment for the Brooklyn 99's fans. When Charles came to Eleanor, she welcomed him with:

"Hello Chunk! I heard you want your sperm, you're gonna have to go through me."

Charles said:

"Nothing there's no mail thing there's no mail thing but it's my sperm how did you even find out I wanted it."

Eleanor's direct remark regarding Boyle's sperm catches him red-handed. The situation became awkward for Boyle in front of the entire Precinct. His agitated, meandering reply adds to the awkwardness by fusing humour and secondhand embarrassment. The ridiculousness of discussing such a sensitive topic in public complicates the situation.


6. Obsession with Kwazy Kupcakes

Scene from Season 7| Image via Netflix
Scene from Season 7| Image via Netflix

One of the biggest running jokes on this TV show is Boyle's love with Kwazy Kupcakes. Squad members play a mobile game called Kwazy Cupcakes. It is made to be addictive by providing arbitrary feelings of achievement through the use of vibrant colors, music, and a map that you must navigate through, which includes locations such as Sprinkle City.

In Season 7, Episode 7, Terry and Charles argue about who should get Jake's four tickets to the Kwazy Cupcakes movie premiere. This argument reveals their deep love for something so trivial. This moment is awkward for the audience because the scene reveals Charles's childish behavior. Terry's competitive nature contrasts delightfully with Boyle's cheerful anticipation, transforming this argument into a funny show.


5. Boyle’s Enthusiasm for Jake’s Personal Life

Boyle with Amy and Jake | Image via Netflix
Boyle with Amy and Jake | Image via Netflix

Boyle reveals his knowledge that Jake and Amy would become a couple by stating his prediction from many years before their union. Boyle expresses so much excitement that both Jake and Amy show visible signs of their discomfort while he reveals how he accurately foretold their relationship path.

The way Boyle overstates his interest in their boyfriend-girlfriend status causes a seemingly uncomfortable atmosphere between everyone present. Early on, Boyle shows poor self-awareness and intense connection to internal feelings, which turns this moment of joy into widespread discomfort for everyone present about his stalwart insistence on sharing.


4. Halloween Moment

Scene from Halloween III Episode | Image via Netflix
Scene from Halloween III Episode | Image via Netflix

In the Halloween III episode, viewers have seen that Halloween is celebrated in the precinct with its customary blend of oddball customs and lighthearted humor. Each member of the detective squad embraces Halloween differently, as Charles enjoys the holiday the most.

Boyle displays pride for his eccentric costumes, though his colleagues continue to tease him. In this episode, Boyle gets upset when he discovers everyone is dressed in costumes unlike him. He asks for permission from Holt to change into his emergency costume.

When Boyle shows up at the office again this time dressed as Elvis, he is disappointed to see his friends in everyday clothing mocking him once more. The ironic situation intensifies as Holt gets involved in the mockery, even though he has never mocked Boyle before.


3. Love at first crime

Relationship between Boyle and Genevieve | Image via Netflix
Relationship between Boyle and Genevieve | Image via Netflix

Love is all about commitment for Charles Boyle since he approaches everything in life with excess. When they met in court, he talked to Genevieve, and they got engaged immediately. Insurance fraud gets Genevieve promptly incarcerated in jail. For Boyle, the conflict signals genuine innocence in the woman, and he rejects all negative views.

His habit of making unwelcome (sometimes disturbing) personal queries normally pours freely, but during this interrogation, he sees someone who replies with equal intensity. Genevieve loves awkward conversations to such extremes that she delights in them.

Jake leaves the prison cells uncomfortably, but the peak moment occurs when prison officials experience such discomfort with their conversation that they remove Boyle from the area. No one can deny that these two beings belong together in the most disturbing ways possible.


2. Boyle’s preference for older women

Scene from Season 1, Episode 5 | Image via Netflix
Scene from Season 1, Episode 5 | Image via Netflix

In season 1, episode 5, Boyle makes a mistake that embarasses him. While the crew is discussing the oldest persons they have arrested in their police career, Boyle comes in. Instead of sharing the age of the oldest person he has arrested, he mentions about the oldest person he has slept with.

He begins talking excessively while uncomfortably detailing his encounter with the old woman while the crew keeps insisting that this cannot be anyone's fantasy. Boyle creates awkwardness due to his poor sense of reading social situations and his persistence in resolving the situation by providing excessive supplementary information.


1. The Underwear Moment

Boyle with his underwear Scene | Image via Netflix
Boyle with his underwear Scene | Image via Netflix

In Brooklyn 99, Boyle has lost his mind and his underwear in front of Detective Rosa Diaz. The cynical reaction from Rosa adds discomfort inside Boyle's mind. The moment makes Boyle's vulnerability visible to everyone.

Check out the moment from Facebook's Official Brooklyn Nine-Nine,

Both coworkers chuckle at his misfortune due to his incapacity to handle such a basic yet personal accident. The scene highlights his odd combination of sincerity and clumsiness. The moment is still regarded as one of the most memorable and awkward accidents.


It can be concluded that Boyle created a special charm because he blessed every circumstance with authentic enthusiasm, although he sometimes brought about disasters. Boyle stands out as an iconic Brooklyn Nine-Nine character because he blends his hilarious innocence with intense commitment & passionate traits.

Boyle's sincere nature makes him lovable when his awkward moments occur because his intense enthusiasm and food-focused personality remain genuine. The entertaining actions of Boyle demonstrate precisely why he remains an essential character who brings comedic value to the show. However daunting his awkward behavior may be, he remains highly approachable because of it. The Nine-Nine would lose its defining character if Boyle vanished from the show.

Edited by Sarah Nazamuddin Harniswala
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