If you have yet to watch The Flash, do so immediately. You will most likely begin crushing on the leading man within minutes of watching because he's everything you'd want in a partner. He is the Flash, a hero born when Barry Allen is struck by lightning one fateful night. Barry Allen is one of my personal favorites as far as superheroes go. Portrayed by the ever-charming Grant Gustin, he certainly fits the bill for best boyfriend, and here's why:
1. He’s a hero
Countless people have been saved by the unstoppable Flash. Barry is intrepid and courageous, a hero to strangers all over Central City. Eddie thinks Barry's a hero, too!
2. He’s selfless and kind
With that heroism comes his proclivity for kindness and putting the lives of others over his own. Not many can say they’d be willing to sacrifice themselves for strangers, but Barry can. He's always there to instill hope in those he loves, reassuring them when they are losing faith.
3. He’s funny
4. He'll take silly selfies with you
5. He’s adorably goofy and awkward
Awkwardness is endearing, and Barry has no shortage of it. He's prone to bumping into things and fumbling over words when trying to come up with excuses. We all know we love him for his awkward or goofy moments.
6. He’s not hard on the eyes
Tall with a sweep of brown hair and a Hollywood smile, Barry is one handsome fellow. He looks good in a suit...super suit and the normal kind.
7. He sings
You can count on Barry to serenade you when proposing or to melt your heart as he sings “Summer Nights” during karaoke. Who doesn't love a musically inclined guy?
8. He’ll come runnin' home to you
Or he’ll sing about it with twinkling eyes and a sweet smile.
9. He's intelligent
10. He asks the real questions
What else would you ask the infamous Oliver Queen about his vigilante suit? Seems reasonable to me.
11. He’s romantic
If a singing proposal doesn’t do it for you, Barry will buy you an apartment or whisk you away to an incredible venue for a fancy date. Or maybe he’ll speed off to find the best caviar for you—he did do that for Iris! Plus, as a bonus, Barry knows how to speak like he's stealing lines from a Nicholas Spark book!
12. He's loyal
13. He's honest
Barry's just saying what we're all thinking.
14. He’s a family man
Family first. Barry is a good son, to Joe and to his real parents, loving them with everything he has. Though he couldn’t save his real parents in the end, he tried unremittingly. Does anyone else cry every time they watch that scene where his dad is in prison and Barry tells him he isn't ashamed of him? I sure do!
15. He's protective
Barry will not let any harm come to you, no matter what Earth he is from.
16. He'll watch Netflix with you
17. He's determined
When Barry sets his mind to something, he will fight and push and never stop until he is successful.
(He's saying "game on")
18. He'll share his food with you
Well, sometimes...
19. He's not perfect
Based every other item on this list, you'd probably think Barry Allen is perfect, making him the perfect boyfriend, but he's far from it. Even with his super-speed, he's human...he makes mistakes, he falls, he gives up, he lashes out, and he keeps his walls up. In spite of all of that, he manages to maintain his integrity, his loyalty, and all of the other things I've mentioned above. He's one of the greatest perfectly imperfect superheroes of all time, and anyone would be lucky to date him. (If only he weren't fictional...) We love you, Barry!
