People often blame Disney for setting girls' standards too high when it comes to dating. "You're never going to meet a real Prince Charming," they say. That's fine with me. I'm more upset that I'm never going to meet a McDreamy or McSteamy anytime soon. I don't blame Disney, I blame Shonda Rhimes. Whoever cast "Friday Night Lights," were you looking to ruin my life? From the hot to the cute to the absolutely heart-melting, here are 15 non-Disney dudes who totally ruined your expectations for the dating world:
1. Derek Shepherd
But we all know you're so much more than a guy in a bar. Thanks for setting the standard for attractive, romantic doctors. Then in later seasons, thanks again for setting the standard for the perfect husband and father.
2. Mark Sloan
He messed up a lot, but he also lived up to our Derek Shepherd set standards for a beautiful hospital staff. Plus he has his nice moments that make him even better.
3. Alex Karev
Maybe not your favorite character in the first couple of seasons, but when he started working in pediatrics, it was hard not o fall in love with him.
4. Jackson Avery
Those big blue eyes were a nice addition to an already perfect hospital staff. Plus, he missed Mark as much as the rest of us.
5. Tim Riggins
Being the football-playing bad boy is definitely how he caught your attention. How much he loves his family and friends is what made you wish he was real. Texas forever.
6. Coach Eric Taylor
The best character on the show, maybe in any show, he is absolutely perfect in every way. Who doesn't idolize his marriage a little bit anyway?
7. Nathan Scott
Once he fell for Hayley, it was impossible not to fall for him. Their relationship is easily one of the best parts of the show and a standard-setter for sure.
8. Lucas Scott
In season one, when you hated Nathan, he was the lovable Scott brother. Sensitive athlete? Chad Michael Murray was born to play that role (as he did multiple times).
9. Julian Baker
Because Brooke Davis is already perfect, and a man that deserves her has to be too.
10. Stiles Stilinski
The single reason I still watch "Teen Wolf," he's such a cutie. His season one crush on Lydia definitely made you think twice about choosing the hero (Scott) over the nerdy sidekick.
11. Chuck Bass
If he didn't make you want to move to Manhattan and start wearing headbands, you're lying. Plus, he set the standard for flower buying at peonies.
12. Nate Archibald
I can't figure out why he didn't wind up with anyone on this show. He's gorgeous, driven and a regular Prince Charming type.
13. Dan Humphrey
Some people might disagree, but his undying love for Serena was kinda cute (also very creepy). Plus he dated Hillary Duff on the show and if she could see something in him, so can we.
14. Damon Salvatore
Vampires definitely aren't my thing, but if there's a reason to watch that show, it's him. Check out those pretty blue eyes.
15. Uncle Jesse
In honor of the release of "Fuller House," can we appreciate how cute he is? Thanks for being our first crush.
16. Jim Halpert
His over-the-top pranks and love for Pam make him literally perfect. Even if he isn't the cutest, he won our hearts anyway.
