It's always a great time to get caught up on the entire Born This Way journey. You can watch every episode from the beginning or you can check out this selection of episodes, hand-picked by the cast, of the special moments they'll never forget.
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Born This Way Cast Favorite Episodes
Watch a selection of the Born This Way cast's favorite episodes.
Published: December 04, 2019Last Updated: March 17, 2026
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The image depicts a person on stage performing, with a red-lit background and another person visible in the background.
Rachel's Pick: Meeting Adam Lambert
Season 1, Episode 5 Fears and Gears Rachel says, "I chose this episode because I had never been to a concert before because the noise and the crowds bothered me. When my dad gave me the tickets, I was excited because Adam was my idol and favorite singer and was nervous whether I could handle the concert, and I really wanted to. And when we we got there, I found out it was a 'meet and greet' and I actually got to meet Adam!"
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A man in a white shirt and tie is speaking into a microphone while a crowd of people stands behind him.
John's Pick: Going to Atlanta
Season 2, Episode 9 Dream Come True John's mom says, "John's favorite episode is the trip to Atlanta with Molly Hunter at her studio. John related to Atlanta because of his love of his sister, Trinette. That was her home, and she had planned for John to move there and live with her, which my husband and I had agreed to after [John spent] a year living there and becoming established. But she passed away. He still talks about it."
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A group of people, some wearing colorful clothing, are engaged in conversation on a balcony or outdoor platform with a scenic backdrop.
Sean's Pick: The Cruise
Season 3, Episode 1 The Times They Are a Changin' According to Sean's mom, "Sean says the cruise was his most favorite and he plans on going on a lot more cruises in the future." So, what was it about the cruise that made it so fun? Good friends? Delicious food? Well sure, but there's more to it than that. As Sean says in the episode, "There's tons of ladies. This cruise is off the chain!"
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The image shows a group of people gathered around a table, examining what appears to be a piece of artwork or design featuring a vibrant, abstract pattern in shades of purple and pink.
Megan's Pick: Expanding the Megpire
Season 4, Episode 3 Don't Limit Kitty In this episode, Megan took her entrepreneurial dreams to the next level. "Being surrounded by my Born This Way friends celebrating one of my biggest dreams—launching my Hello Kitty clothing line—was one of the most special moments of my life," she says. "Being able to build a partnership with Jerry Leigh Manufacturing and Sanrio as a respected and valued member of this team is one of my greatest accomplishments." Long live the Megpire!
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Two men in casual clothing are interacting with a young girl, who appears to be smiling and engaged in the conversation. The setting appears to be a home or indoor environment with a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Steven's Pick: Hollywood and Heartstrings
Season 2, Episode 7 Reality Check Steven's favorite episode is a real emotional roller coaster as he and Sean throw a costumed housewarming party, and things get intense. Steven explains, "This episode is where the show could have gone into the drama of a typical reality show, but instead it showed some of the real issues people with Down syndrome face. I like the episode because it deals with one of my favorite topics: Hollywood glamour and celebrities. I want to be an actor but I think I understand the downside of being a celebrity."
A young person, likely a woman, sits on a red couch in a bowling alley, covering their face with their hands while surrounded by bowling lanes and deer antler decorations on the walls.
A young person, likely a woman, sits on a red couch in a bowling alley, covering their face with their hands while surrounded by bowling lanes and deer antler decorations on the walls.
Elena's Pick: Bowling with the Boyfriend
Season 4, Episode 2 Til Dress Do Us Part One of Elena's favorite episodes has everything: romance, sports and... underwear in a bowling ball bag? "Even though I was a little embarrassed, I loved the episode," says Elena. "It was my first date with William, my first kiss on tv, and I got to introduce people to my boyfriend. Oh, and I love to bowl. I remember my first kiss, and it was magical. I was sick to my stomach and ecstatic at the same time! I loved that people could see that I am serious about my relationship."
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A bride and groom stand together at their wedding ceremony, surrounded by guests and a floral-decorated archway in the background.
Cristina's Pick: The Wedding
Season 4, Episode 7 Our Best Friend's Wedding Cristina has more than one favorite episode—and for good reason. Her long-time boyfriend, Angel, proposed to her in season 1, episode 6, "Don't Limit Me," then she fulfilled a lifelong dream dancing competitively in the Emerald Ball in season 2, episode 9, "Dream Come True." But, of course, there could be only one truly favorite episode for Cristina: her wedding.
As Cristina's mother says, "Cristina's absolute favorite episode was of course the wedding episode." But it wasn't just Cristina's favorite, it was also one of Megan's. She says, "Watching Cristina and Angel get married was one of the happiest experiences of our 'Born This Way' family. Feeling the love and sharing such a special moment forever changed so many of society's views of expectations for people with disabilities. Of course we can find love and have relationships just like everyone else."
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