of what makes a male masculine and a female feminine. If a

male were to possess some traits that would be known as

feminine, he would be seen as a homosexual. Likewise, if a

female were to possess some traits that would be known as

masculine, she would be looked upon as being "butch".

Present day television shows and films mold most peoples'

views on gender identity. A person's job helps to define

their gender identity in other peoples' eyes. Television

and films portray certain professions to be very feminine.

For example, have you ever seen a macho, male hair stylist

in a movie or on television? A person's choice of clothing

also molds their gender identity in other peoples' eyes.

If a man were to wear tight, pink spandex all the time he

would be looked upon as being a homosexual because spandex

was made for females to wear. However, knowing all of

this, there are some people who are considered exceptions

to these concepts. Dennis Rodman is one of these

exceptions. Rodman is a professional basketball player who

is known for his aggressive style of play on the court.

identities will not change anywhere in the near future.

behaviors (Devor 425-426). Homosexuality is considered by

autobiography of his life. After the release of his book,

of masculinity and femininity, which have been so firmly

highly publicized individuals who do not show any

that, he is effecting how people perceive males who do not

he held book-signing sessions. At most of these sessions

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