Beauty standards for men have drastically changed over the last thirty years. Recently, a new trend on social media suggests unconventional beauty standards for men. This trend has sparked controversy online. While some find it insulting, others have embraced it.
Jeremy Allen White
Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner Jeremy Allen White has also been closely associated with the hot rodent boyfriend aesthetic by social media users.
One penned, “Jeremy Allen White is one of the most handsome men I’ve seen.” Another echoed the same sentiments writing, “why is jeremy allen white genuinely the sexiest man i have ever seen. [sic]”
Josh O’Connor
British actor Josh O’Connor is another star considered handsome under this trend. An X user posted a video of him and fellow English actor Kit Connor captioning, “Kit Connor and the sexiest man alive Josh O’Connor!”
Someone else concurred with the statement about O’Connor’s sexy looks while another online user expressed, “Josh O’Connor so handsome, wild.”
Mike Faist
Mike Faist and O’Connor have been credited with the rise of the hot rodent boyfriend trend. One user commented, “The category is hot rodent boyfriends, and your opponents are Mike Faist, Josh O’ Connor and Matty Healy.”
Another said, “Now u kno mike faist looks like the sexiest little gutter rat and thats why we love him in newsies and west side story. THATS MY STREET RAT AND I LOVE HIM. [sic]” While one gushed, “I fear that the Bikeriders mike is the sexiest he’s looked to me.”
Barry Keoghan
BAFTA Award-winning actor Barry Keoghan has also gained attention for his striking appearance. An X user named him as one of the sexiest men in the UK.
Another person echoed the same sentiments writing, “He can’t help but be the sexiest man alive,” while one penned, “‘It’s lucky for you I’m a vampire’ and Barry Keoghan becomes the sexiest man alive.”
Timothée Chalamet
Oscar nominee Timothée Chalamet is also considered a hunk. “Also sorry I think Timothé Chalamet is the sexiest man ever in ‘Dune,’” said one person referencing his stint in the sci-fi film.
In addition to being called the sexiest, Chalamet has also been called “the cutest.” He was also praised for appearing in an ad. Another user expressed, “The new Timothee Chalamet ad for Chanel cologne is the sexiest thing I’ve seen in a hot minute. [sic]”
Adam Driver
Adam Driver, known for his role in “Harry Potter,” is also found desirable by social media users. One person stated, “Adam Driver as Snape is the sexiest thing you can say to me besides how much you want.”
Another mentioned how the 40-year-old’s hair makes him stand out, writing, “Adam Driver with graying/white hair might be one of the sexiest things I’ve ever seen too.” Meanwhile, one penned, “Adam Driver is the sexiest working actor and nothing will convince me otherwise.”
Kieran Culkin
“Succession” alum Kieran Culkin is another actor in his early forties who has stolen viewers’ hearts with his charming looks. “Kieran Culkin is the sexiest person on television,” wrote an X user.
Another remarked, “Evil Kieran Culkin kinda sexy.” After seeing him on “Actors on Actors,” with Claire Danes, someone said the Golden Globe Award winner has suddenly become alluring.
Thom Yorke
Dubbed one of the greatest and most influential singers of his generation, Thom Yorke, according to X users, is not only musically talented but nice-looking, too.
One social media user commented, “Looking like Thom Yorke is the sexiest anyone could be.” One recalled the Radiohead vocalist being voted the “‘sexiest rocker’ back around 2000.”
From the traditionally handsome Kennedy Jr. and Swayze to the unconventional “hot rodent boyfriends” like Faist and O’Connor, society’s perception of male attractiveness continues to change. As trends evolve, so do the faces of those who capture the public’s admiration.
