Performative Male

Performative Male, also known as Performative Manor Performative Guy, is aninternetslangterm used to describe a man whose actions, hobbies and personality traits appear inauthentic and seem to revolve around "performing" for other people's worldviews, tastes and interests, specifically catering to the female gaze. In 2025,memesabout Performative Males peaked due to a series of stereotypical Performative Male interests that were anthologized in viral posts. Many of the interests were in line with2025 consumer crazes and fads, including Labubu Toys, matcha lattes and enjoying music from the pop singer Clairo. Other signs of a Performatve Male, according to the memes, include reading in public, wearing a tote bag and using wired earbuds. The trend led to a viral Performative Male Contest that was held in Washington Square Park in New York City, as well as a series of memes about a Performative Male Final Boss.