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Which man does menkind most respect?

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RangleDrang · 18/10/2023 10:42

Just got to thinking about who optimises 'man' from the perspective of men.

The most 'manly' type of (famous, i guess) man that i know would be The Rock or something (see also: outdated references of old fashioned non social media user) or maybe someone like Obama? But i think this is a very female centric perspective.

Who do MEN most respect? On a whole.. as a generalisation, obvs.

Caveat: this is a light hearted thread no intended to harm or insult anyone, but I think it is an interesting topic so please theorise away, if you're so inclined.

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RangleDrang · 18/10/2023 10:50

I also very lacking in sports knowledge but how about someone like Diego Maradona?
Or snother v famous, legend old school footballer?

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Insommmmnia · 18/10/2023 10:51

Roman men apparently

Goldenphoenix · 18/10/2023 10:52

In my experience it's Henry Cavill (though most of my social circle are geeks and he is their king).

TerfTerfTerf · 18/10/2023 10:57

Most of the men I know (aged 40s and 50s) admire/respect

Mandela
MLK
Marcus Rashford
Keanu Reeves

None of them really go for the "manly man" thing - maybe you grow out of that?

RangleDrang · 18/10/2023 18:26

Yes the manly man thing is a broad stroke iyswim.
I think some men wouldn't look up to actors, too 'poncy' (obviously not my opinion!).

A new suggestion: Paul Scholes? Paddy mcguinness? The top gear people?

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