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Hollywood and pop culture have long romanticized relationships where the age gap is significant, but recent entertainment like The White Lotus or films like The Idea of You further normalize and, in some cases, idealize these pairings. Such portrayals are believed to influence societal perceptions, making age-gap relationships more mainstream and less taboo.
Interestingly, the media also reflects this trend through headlines and articles that acknowledge a growing preference among young women for older partners—often highlighting that these relationships are not about wealth or superficial perks but rooted in companionship and shared maturity.