The 30 Most Eligible Gay TV Characters

Here are the 30 most dateable characters currently on TV. Sadly for HTGAWM fans, we won't touch Connor and Oliver's romance: Those two are very much in love, and we aren't stepping in the way of that, now that they're making it official. (Same for the hot scruffy dudes on Sense8.) But if you had the chance to pick from the rest of the eligible bachelors on your screen, who would you choose?

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Actor: Andrew Rannells
Show: Girls (HBO)

Surprisingly, Elijah became Hannah's (Lena Dunham) most supporting friend in season 4 of Girls. He still has some growing up to do, like knowing how to pick the right men, but his sassy, no-nonsense repartee makes him a great conversationer. 

VOTE ELIJAH

Actor: Jussie Smollett
Show: Empire (Fox)

He's rich, he's cute, got great moves and can sing you to sleep. We simply don't understand why Jamal hasn't been able to keep a man yet. Perhaps his desire to explore his sexual fluidity has turned some away, but we still wouldn't kick him out of bed.

VOTE JAMAL

Actor: Michael J. Willett
Show: Faking It (MTV)

When we last left them, Shane and his boyfriend, MMA fighter Duke (Skyler Maxon), had decided to open up their relationship. We're not biased, but we've had a thing for Michael J. Willett since G.B.F., so we'd rush to make sure he doesn't get the shorter end of the stick.

VOTE SHANE

Actor: Andy Mientus
Show: The Flash (CW)

Ok, so he's a gay villain? First, we like 'em bad boys. Second, think about all the make-up sex you'd have after fighting.

VOTE HARTLEY

Actor: Tituss Burgess
Show: Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (Netflix)

He's hilarious, loves to randomly burst into songs, and can write a viral hit about his dick at the drop of a hat. Tons of fun guaranteed, plus he likes getting wild in the boudoir.

VOTE TITUS

Actor: Arturo Castro
Show: Broad City (Comedy Central)

He's adorable, a considerate roommate, and he knows where to get the best pot in town. Sign me up! Besides, now that Jaime is a full American citizen, we don't have to worry about visa issues to make him our boo.

VOTE JAIME

Actor: Rob James-Collier
Show: Downtown Abbey (PBS)

Sure, Thomas is snide and conniving and downright devious, but that’s what also makes him so attractive. He’s our favorite bad boy with a disarming smile and when Downton Abbey ultimately crumbles, we’ll be there to scoop him up. 

VOTE THOMAS

Actor: Ben Whishaw
Show: London Spy (BBC America)

Danny (Ben Whishaw) is a hopeless romantic with a reckless soul, a party boy who gets a crush on the wrong man: In the first episode of London Spy, BBC America's new queer thriller, his new beau is found dead. That's your cue to rescue fresh-faced Danny from his ill-fated destiny.

VOTE DANNY

Actor: Murray Bartlett
Show: Looking (HBO)

Dom may only be a waiter nearing 40, but he’s as youthful as he is determined. He may not have the money or the secure future, but he has the looks and the sexual appetite that makes us want to be the breadwinner coming home to this sugar daddy -- and he's looking for something serious.

VOTE DOM

Actor: Raúl Castillo
Show: Looking (HBO)

Richie had us at "Hello," but he's been through some rough patches with Patrick (Jonathan Groff), his on/off boyfriend on Looking. Until Patrick puts a ring on it, we'll still keep hoping Ritchie leaves that boring red-head he ended up with in season 2. He deserves better.

VOTE RICHIE

Actor: Jonathan Groff
Show: Looking (HBO)

At just 30, we can forgive Patrick for being a little bit ignorant. He’s still exploring life and we want him to find what he wants. We just hope that doesn’t always mean putting his foot in his mouth (unless that’s a euphemism for something else). Once he wises up, he’ll be a major catch. (Plus, we know he looks good in leather.)

VOTE PATRICK

Actor: Daniel Franzese
Show: Looking (HBO)

As the happy-go-lucky, poz bear on Looking, Eddie brought a new lease of life to a cast of over-privileged characters. When Agustín (Frankie J. Alvarez) came knockin' for some lovin', Eddie opened up, but will their budding romance last. We think not...

VOTE EDDIE

Actor: Jose Moreno Brooks
Show: Telenovela (NBC)

 He's as dumb as a rock, twice as hard, but soft and sweet on the inside.

VOTE GAEL

Actor: Khylin Rhambo
Show: Teen Wolf (MTV)

There’s something to be said for enthusiasm. After Mason is finally let in on the little secret that his best friend has become a werewolf, he wants to do whatever he can to help. He’s eager to prove that he can be an asset, even sans superpowers. And although the guy he’s currently interested in has literally turned into a monster, he always keeps a positive outlook.

VOTE MASON

Actor: Josh Thomas
Show: Please Like Me (Pivot)

As the neurotic, clueless gay Josh, he's one of the funniest men on TV, but his erratic behavior and knack to get into the craziest shenanigans makes us a little worried. He clearly needs someone to take good care of him, if you're up for the challenge.

VOTE JOSH

Actor: Billy Eichner
Show: Difficult People (Hulu)

He's not particularly likeable, sometimes even odious, but we're guessing it's the negative influence of his friend Julie (Julie Klausner), who's equally bad and always stuck to his hip. It's only when Billy gets to play on his own that we start seeing some boyfriend material. Take him dog sitting with you!

VOTE BILLY

Actor: Chris Carmack
Show: Nasvhille (NBC)

Man, we sure do love a good ole country boy. Will has that southern charm and sexy drawl that makes us weak to the knees when he sings. However, we are not interested in his beard, Layla. Everybody may love him but we want him all to ourselves.

VOTE WILL

Actor: Jordan Gavaris
Show: Orphan Black (BBC America)

Felix is a struggling artist who is worldly beyond his age. At 24, he serves as the voice of reason among his friends, though, he can even be susceptible to peer pressure. But it's easy to forget all that when you stare into his eyes.

VOTE FELIX

Actor: Fisayo Akinade
Show: Cucumber, Banana (Logo)

Dean is a horny ball of nerve who doesn't quite know what to do with all his energy -- except browse Grindr. He's funny, adventurous, and kind, but a little bit oblivious. Not quite ready to settle down yet, but definitely on the market.

VOTE DEAN

Actor: Vincent Franklin
Show: Cucumber (Logo)

After going through the worse in the first season of Cucumber, Henry will need a lot of hand-holding and someone who loves him, unconditionally. Are you into this bald daddy?

VOTE HENRY

Actor: Freddie Fox
Show: Cucumber, Banana (Logo)

He's the dreamboat you can't quite get on with, the elusive beau, the eye candy of Cucumber... but is Freddie boyfriend material? You could always give it as shot -- this one seems to have a thing for older guys.

VOTE FREDDIE

Actor: Beau Bridges
Show: Masters of Sex (Showtime)

Barton is a late bloomer still coming to terms with his sexuality. He’s a man trapped in the wrong era, forced to decide between what is right and what’s true to his heart. Deep down, he just needs guidance.

VOTE BARTON

Actor: Tate Ellington
Show: Quantico (ABC)

We can't quite figure out this one... His sexy nerd look makes us swoon, but is Simon really the man he's pretending to be? Only time will tell. All we know is that he's got some fine taste in men, and big brains to boot.

VOTE SIMON

Actor: Ludwig Trepte
Show: Deutschland 83 (Sundance TV)

In this powerful Cold War drama set in Germany, Alex is the rebellious son of General Edel. Throughout the series, he becomes good friends with Martin Rauch, unaware that he's a spy. Things kinda keep going downhill for him after that, so he's going to need a lot of TLC.

Actor: Ben Baur
Show: Hunting Season (VOD)

Alex is a gay male version of Carrie Bradshaw, slutting his way around New York City. But his poor little heart also gets hurt along the way, and he needs to find someone to help him settle down. Or a gym buddy with a big sense of humor (amongst other things).

Actor: Dallas Roberts
Show: The Good Wife (CBS)

Owen may be brother of the Governor’s wife, but that hasn’t stopped his mischievous ways. He has a tendency to prod his sister Alicia (Julianna Margulies) yet he always offers his ear when she needs it. As a professor at Oregon University, he keeps professionally life steady. It’s that dating one that is spotty. 

Actor: Joseph May
Show: Episodes (Showtime)

As a casting director, Andy is forced to make some tough decisions but that’s why he has the job. He’s a dashing, smart, successful man that we want in our corner. However, he better not recast us in the remake of our romance.

Actor: Wentworth Miller
Show: Legends of Tomorrow (CW)

All we know about Wentworth Miller's Captain Cold is that he's sexy, openly gay, and likes to hold big guns. We'll see what the future holds for him in Legends of Tomorrow, the new Greg Berlanti-produced superhero series.

Actor: Finn Jones
Show: Game of Thrones (HBO)

The Knight of the Flowers may be engaged to Cersei, but we know his heart still belongs to the brawnier sex. Loras knows how to ride, work a lance, and fend off the scathing wrath of his future wife. His regard for shaving makes us worried, though.

Actor: Peter Scolari
Show: Girls (HBO)

Hellooo! Hannah's "daddy" just came out of the closet, and judging from his new white pants, he's sure to be prime real estate at The Eagle.