Moms around the world have many dreams and aspirations for their daughters. One in particular? That a man comes along who is deserving of her daughter's love and affection ... while also sweeping her girl off her feet. Though there's no fool-proof strategy to pass the mom test, there are some celebrities who would definitely get her stamp of approval.
Our top 10 are still single (or at least not bound by marriage), giving us all at least a chance to swoop in and do mom proud. They meet every qualification on the mom-made checklist.
Not only does Astin have the voice of an angel ...
... he's also goofy and could give your mom a good laugh ...
... while giving you a look that makes you shout "Get out, Ma!"
Segel will reel your mom in with just a hug ...
... and will compliment her cooking ...
... while discussing "Sex and the City." That, ladies and gentlemen, is called a triple threat.
The perfect combination of nerdy ...
... Samberg would be able to mesmerize your mom using his wit and reflective thoughts and aspirations.
Once your mom sees that Clooney is not only gorgeous but a man of many talents (as if she didn't know before) ...
... she may try adopting or even dating him herself ...
... and the situation could reach a relatively awkward state, such as this one.
Marsden will openly discuss his sensitive side ...
... while complimenting your mom's interior decorating, food and family ...
... and she'll end the night by giving him her number to schedule a brunch date soon.
A bouquet of 400 roses? Jake, how thoughtful!
... First things first. She sees those big blue eyes and instantly envisions her grandchildren with them ...
... now realizing he's a genetic goldmine, she's already treating him like her own son.
Spirited and determined to win her affection, Garfield would attempt to make an entrance that'll put your mom at ease ...
... and when an awkward joke floats around about you two shacking up ...
Now nothing else can go wrong! Your British beau has her eating out of the palm of his hands.
Gosling's wooing would begin with the appropriate amount of compliments ...
... and when your mom asks if he'll be faithful he'll say ...
... and as she turns to leave, how can she not love him when he tells her ...
... but she'll snap out of her haze and stop drooling for a second to remind him of his number one responsibility.
You know JGL will come prepped and primped to perfection ...
... and since he's the only man who can pull off a sweater vest (who knew they looked good on men under 60) ...
... his table talk of deep philosophical questions that only your mom wants to discuss will seal the deal. Swoon.
The moment he hands your mother flowers at the door ...
... and she becomes mesmerized by his whimsical, over-earger grin ...
... she'll start accidentally calling him her son-in-law ...
... knowing know that her daughter is in the best hands possible.
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