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13 Asian Dads Who Are the Definition of Masculinity

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    It’s no surprise that men haven’t always been on the forefront when we think of parenthood. However, it’s 2018 and it’s time for things to be equal– including parenting. It’s a shame to think that some people out there think that being a good parent could diminish some idea of “masculinity.” Well, here are Asian dads who are the epitome of masculinity and fatherhood.

    1. The Ballet Bodybuilder

    Image via Instagram / @tran24fitness

    This bodybuilder father who not only lifts dumbbells, but uplifts his daughter while in a tutu.

    2. This Dad Who Rush Delivered Forgotten Fruit

    When a 19-year-old UCLA student forgot a tupperware of mangos that her father cut for her, he overnighted the snack in an ice box to his daughter.

    3. Ali Wong’s Husband Feeding Their Daughter

    Image via Instagram / aliwong

    Because she’s suffered enough!

    4. Papa Zhu Who Deals with All of Jamie’s Bullsh*t

     

    “JESUS JAMIE!”

    5.  This Dad Who Knows the Right Way to Eat Fast Food

    Image via Instagram / snappingus

    You don’t want to get your hands dirty! Chopsticks are a skill and we’re lovin’ it.

    6. This Dad Who Knows What to Do When Duty Calls

    Image via Instagram / baby_choy

    Choy Wan’s husband made an impromptu diaper station in the middle of a food tour. When you got to go, you got to go.

    7. This Terminally Ill Father Who Didn’t Miss His Daughter’s Wedding

    A dying father in the Philippines “walked” his daughter down the aisle during her wedding day while he was lying on a stretcher. There is nothing that compares to a father’s love. 

    8. This Dad Who Brought His Son to Work

    John Cho welcomed a visit from his son on set!

    9. This Dad Who Knows the Importance of Photos

    Image via IMGUR

    This father and son took the same photo for 27 years. I’m not crying, you’re crying.

    10. Donnie Yen Who Threw Shade At His Entire Family

    Image via Instagram / donnieyenofficial

    They’re stylish too!

    11. This Single Father Who Dressed Up For Mother’s Day

    This single dad donned a dress for his two son’s “Mother’s Day” event at school.

    12. This Buff Dad Who Showed His Daughter How to Do Pull-Ups


    He’s also pulling at our heartstrings.

    13. This Father Who Waited 10 Years For His Daughter to Wake Up

    Image via ChinaNews

    A 66-year-old widowed father in China finally shares a laugh with his daughter who was in a coma for 10 years.

    Feature Images via Twitter and Instagram / @sezmam (left) and tran24fitness (right)

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