A term for an attractive older man, usually distinguished by grey or silver hair worn with confidence rather than apology. Stephen Colbert’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Poll win in the Silver Fox category — beard and all — shows how completely the archetype has been embraced by mainstream audiences. The label has shifted from teasing nickname to genuine compliment, and Colbert wears it like a title.
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