In the past, women liked strong, silent men, while Millennials were attracted to tattooed, woke hipsters. However, Gen Z women seem to have their sights set on a whole new type of man.
The latest heartthrobs of this generation are nicknamed “Golden Retriever Men,” capturing the affection of social media-savvy young singles.
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- Where did the term originate?
- What is a ‘golden retriever man’?
- Who are some of the famous ‘Golden Retriever men’ in the media right now?
Where did the term originate?
TikTok has become a hotspot for videos tagged with “#goldenretrievermen” and “#goldenretrieverboys,” racking up tens of millions of views and sparking a wave of excitement and adoration.
What is a ‘golden retriever man’?
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The term is not related to dog owners, but to men who embody the same endearing traits as the beloved dog breed. Imagine people who are sweet, gentle, caring, remarkably eager to please, and easily adaptable.
These men often share physical traits reminiscent of the breed: an endearing smile, large captivating brown eyes, and tousles of golden hair. According to Urban Dictionary, this type of man is “a partner who is easy-going and makes it fairly easy to maintain a happy and satisfying relationship.”
Who are some of the famous ‘Golden Retriever men’ in the media right now?
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Taylor Swift’s new NFL love, Travis Kelce, has often been referred to as the “Golden Retriever Man” due to his endearing nature and affectionate puppy-like mannerisms. Other notable figures associated with this description include the ever-smiling musician Shawn Mendes, ‘Spider-Man’ sensation Tom Holland, and British television personality Sam Thompson.
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Dating coach Hayley Quinn expressed her excitement about The Huffington Post about women’s attraction to these men, highlighting that they are excellent long-term companions, very similar to the prized qualities found in the animal itself.
She stated: “The truth is, while certain traits we would associate with ‘bad boys’, such as confidence and assertiveness, can be seen as attractive, the qualities of a good long-term partnership, such as being caring and considerate, prevail.”
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