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flag Gen Z and Gen Alpha want more emotionally open, involved fathers in TV and film, a UCLA study finds.

flag A UCLA study released in February 2026 finds that Gen Z and Gen Alpha viewers increasingly want to see emotionally vulnerable, caring male characters in TV and film, favoring fathers who are affectionate and involved in parenting. flag Nearly 60% of surveyed teens and young adults expressed a desire for more joyful, loving fathers, while 46% want to see men seeking help, especially for mental health. flag The research, based on a national survey of 1,500 adolescents, reflects a cultural shift toward masculinity defined by emotional openness, connection, and partnership.

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