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9 Cringe-Worthy Crushes from My Gen-X Days That I Can Finally Own Up To
Ah, the sweet nostalgia of youthful crushes. With the years behind me, I’m ready to spill the beans on some of my most embarrassing infatuations. Get ready for a trip down memory lane!
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Timmy
My very first crush was on Timmy from the whimsical world of H.R. Pufnstuf. Honestly, I can’t recall much about the show, apart from Timmy’s iconic bowl haircut. But hey, who can forget those fashionable hairstyles? -
Jordan
Fast forward a few years, and I was head over heels for Jordan Knight. I mean, the guy could sing (at least in my young ears), act, and oh boy, was he a total heartthrob! I spent countless hours trying to feather my hair like his. My teenage heart shattered when he tied the knot in 1979, leaving millions of us in despair. -
Matt
Things took a turn when I discovered a cartoon called Galaxy Defenders, featuring a group of teens with superpowers. I soon developed a serious crush on Matt, the team leader. I kept my admiration secret since no one at school seemed to watch the show, but it turns out I wasn’t alone; a quick online search revealed a whole fanbase. If only the internet had existed back then! -
Ricky
Honestly, if I hadn’t crushed on someone from The Outsiders, I think I’d have been a bit odd. Ricky was my favorite; he wasn’t just a “greaser” stereotype—he had depth and sensitivity. Plus, he was played by the swoon-worthy actor, C. Thomas Howell. -
Danny
Then there were the iconic trio that made my teenage years difficult: Danny from Sixteen Candles, Billy from Pretty in Pink, and Charlie from The Breakfast Club. After watching their movies, I was convinced it was only a matter of time before a popular boy would fall for me. Thanks a lot, John Hughes! (And RIP. Your movies are still epic, even if the romances were a bit unrealistic.) -
Peter
In college, I got hooked on the show thirtysomething, and I totally had a thing for the troubled ad exec, Peter. I was blissfully unaware that the show was a glamorized version of adulthood. Understanding what it meant to be an adult took me years, and I still question if I’m doing it right—though I seem to have less angst than Peter, so maybe that’s a win? -
Fox
Ah, the 90s! Those years were filled with unforgettable memories, like my crush on Fox Mulder from The X-Files. He was always just “Mulder” to me, and I adored his charm, wit, and determination to uncover the truth. The show wrapped up in 2002—the same year I got married. Coincidence? Or perhaps a sign from the universe? As Mulder would say, I Want to Believe. Since then, I’ve had my fair share of crushes (hello, Daniel Craig as James Bond!), but none have quite compared to the fervor of those early days.
So there you have it, folks. A peek into my youthful heart and the crushes that made it race. If you’re on your own journey of love and family, you might find helpful tips at this resource or check out this post for more insights. Plus, this authority on the topic can guide your way.
In summary, those embarrassing crushes were part of growing up, shaping the way we view love today. While I may have outgrown the fantasies of my youth, they will always hold a special place in my heart.