15 Reasons Why Jennifer Lopez Is The Trillest Cougar

For those who don't know, a cougar is not just a wild cat. The term also refers to older women who prefer the company of younger men, especially in a romantic context. If you Google the word cougar, you may get a mix of wildlife photography, as well as women who are 40 years-old or older, often dressed in attire that some would not consider “age appropriate.” They may be with other cougar gal pals, or in the company of younger men at bars. There is nothing wrong with dating people who are younger than you, and there is no one who knows that more than Jennifer Lopez.

While Lopez has dated and even married men of her own age, she has also been known to get involved with men who are a lot younger than her as well. Since her split from ex-husband, Marc Anthony, Lopez has been linked with younger men like actor Casper Smart, and rapper Drake, both of whom are at least 10 years her junior. Whether or not you approve of her cougar status, JLo certainly embodies the ideal cougar, for many reasons - a lot of which we'll be looking at shortly. Can you guess what makes her such a great cougar?

15 First Of All, She Looks Like This

Any time someone gets romantically involved with a person, the initial spark is usually caused by an attraction. In terms of attractiveness, there aren't many people who are more beautiful than Jennifer Lopez. The woman is a stunner, to say the least, and she's even been named People Magazine's Most Beautiful Woman.

Also, at the age of 47, Lopez looks more like a young, Hollywood starlet, than a woman who is approaching mid-life. While she has become famous for a lot of things, her stunning looks have always been at the forefront of what makes her so popular among fans - especially the male demographic. It's hard to imagine how one could not be a cougar when you look the way she does, because men of all ages are likely clamouring to get her attention.

14 She's The Best Dancer In Most Occasions

Many people may not know this, but Lopez's career began in the world of dance. Lopez used to be a dancer, appearing in music videos as well as stage musicals. In 1990, she got her big break when she won a national competition that lead to her becoming a “Fly Girl” on the television show, In Living Colour.

This is one of the reasons that she'd be a great cougar to be involved with. Most people assume that people her age might have dated dance moves, making for potentially awkward scenarios if they go out to the club, but JLo continues to be a great dancer, so you know that she's up to date on all of today's dance crazes. This means that she's likely to dance circles around even the most hip 20-somethings on the dance floor.

13 She's A Relationship Girl

JLo has said on numerous occasions that she isn't the type of person to just go out and have one-night-stands. This is good news for any potential beau, because it means that she's committed to people that she gets romantically involved with. While she has made headlines because of her relationships, almost as much as her accomplishments, she has stayed true to anyone she has ever dated or married while they've been together.

Cougar or not, knowing that someone is going to be committed to you while you're in a relationship is always a positive attribute to look for in a potential partner, so for those of you who are dreaming of being JLo's next beau, you can rest assured that she'll be all about you when you're together. It's just too bad that she's currently with Alex Rodrigues, which means that she's all about him, at least for the moment…

12 Her Cougar Status Is Just Fine By Her

In an interview with W Magazine, Lopez said, “Men in their 20s are very confident and cocky, and women are super insecure… And then it flips: Men get super insecure, and women get comfortable in their own skin, in a way that makes them more beautiful.” She doesn't seem to mind being labeled a cougar because she actually enjoys the company of younger men. It's as though she feels like they're her equal when it comes to their self-confidence, and she finds that really attractive. And can you blame her? People who exude confidence are always more attractive because you know that they're totally secure with who they are, as well as what they look like, which means that you never have to spend time making them feel good in order to boost their confidence.

11 She's Got Amazing Assets

Alright, so we've talked about her good looks, but we can't fail to mention the body part that she's famous for. Before any of the Kardashians stepped into the scene, Jennifer Lopez's booty was the reason anyone did squats to improve the look of their behind - it was so great that it was something to aspire to. Her booty was such a topic of conversation that there were rumours swirling around about how she'd insured it for millions of dollars, which no one seemed to question because when your assets look that good, they're bound to be valuable.

She's even got a song that glorifies and shows appreciation to her round behind, aptly titled, "Booty". The song even features Australian rapper, Iggy Azalea, who is also famous for having killer curves.

10 She Hasn't Aged A Day

Talk about winning the genetic lottery! Not only is Jennifer Lopez beautiful, but she seems to have gotten a taste from the fountain of youth because she doesn't seem to age! Although Lopez is now a mother of two, she could still play the same types of movie roles she used to, ten years ago, because she doesn't at all look like she's in her late 40s. If we had to guess, we'd say she looked to be about 30, which is almost two decades younger than she actually is.

If you're a fan of dating cougars, but don't like the negative connotation of being with an “old lady,” being with someone like JLo means that no one will even suspect that the woman you're dating is older than you, much less older than you by more than a decade!

9 Her Contact List Is Filled With A-List Celebs

If your idea of a relationship with a cougar involves going out and having a lot of fun, you might want to try and find someone like JLo. Lopez's phone is a who's-who of A-List celebrities, including Oscar-winning actor, Leonardo DiCaprio. You're sure to live the VIP lifestyle when you're surrounded by the creme de la creme of Hollywood, and you're sure to never have a boring evening because you can be out partying it up with famous celebrities at exclusive venues and events.

Also, when talk show host, James Corden texted DiCaprio through Lopez's phone, asking about what fun things she could get up to that evening, he answered pretty quickly, which means that these celebs in her phone are actual pals, and not just work colleagues who she may not chat with regularly.

8 Did We Mention That She's A Bombshell?

We're sorry, but when you look as good as Jennifer Lopez, your beauty is likely to be extensively discussed, as we're about to do now. Lopez's beauty is especially stunning because one moment, she's channelling old Hollywood glamour, and the next, she's rocking ultra-sexy, revealing outfits that show off her toned physique. What more can you really ask for in a cougar?

If your idea of the dream cougar is someone who is just drop-dead gorgeous, look no further than Lopez. She's the complete package, from her beautiful face, to her amazing physique. She is undoubtedly incredibly good looking, and her beauty is often unmatched, which means that you'll want to show her off because you'll be guaranteed to walk in with the most beautiful woman in the room, every time you go out.

7 She Ruled The Game In The Early 2000s

Aside from being an actress and a dancer, JLo has also had a pretty great musical career as well. She's had a number of successful albums, since her debut record, On the 6, in 1999. The early 2000s also proved to be a great time for Lopez musically, since she had a string of highly-successful duets with rappers like Ja Rule and LL Cool J. Who wouldn't want to date a cougar who they can brag about for having hit songs with iconic rappers?

Not only that, but she continues to make great music on her own, as well as some great collaborations with various artists. When you're out at the club with JLo, you're likely to dance to a track of hers because her music is still being played all over the place.

6 She's An Independent And Successful Woman

Jennifer Lopez is more than a triple threat. She's got a long-running career that has earned her a spot as a member of the Hollywood elite. She's an actress, a singer, and a dancer, but she's also had successful fragrances and has even been a judge on hit television show American Idol. She's built an entertainment empire, as she's one of the highest paid Latin entertainers in the United States. Aside from that, Lopez also has her own production company. What can't she do?

Lopez is certainly an ideal cougar in this respect because if you're a younger man looking to establish yourself career-wise, Lopez has seen highs and lows and a lot of success in her career, so it would probably be very beneficial to pick her brain about entrepreneurship and becoming successful yourself.

5 Even After 2 Kids Her Abs Are On Fire!

Speaking of toned figure - we need to talk about JLo's abs. If you are ever in need of fitness tips, you might want to ask Jenifer Lopez, as she seems to know a thing or two about fitness and staying in shape. Before she ever had children, she had an enviable physique, which could be attributed to her dance background. However, even after becoming pregnant and giving birth to twins, Lopez's body is still something to admire and aspire to - especially those abs.

Anyone who works out or has ever tried to lose weight knows how difficult it can be to achieve a flat stomach. However, Lopez almost makes it seem easy, as it seemed to take no time at all for her to shed the excess baby weight and get back to her pre-baby body. Now that's commitment to staying fit.

4 She's Down-To-Earth

A lot of people say that celebrities often exhibit diva behaviour, and some celebrities have even garnered notoriety for their outrageous demands and the way they treat their fans. However, Jennifer Lopez seems to have been able to hang onto her humble roots, despite her incredible success and fame. This makes her an ideal cougar, since this means that even if you're not nearly as famous or successful as she is, her down-to-earth nature means that she'll never make you feel inferior, and that she's probably really fun to hang out with, which is great if you're looking to get romantically involved. Certainly, no one really wants to try and date someone whose company they don't enjoy. There probably aren't a lot of people who want to hang out with a demanding diva.

3 She Could Teach You A Thing Or Two About Great Style

Jennifer Lopez may have an incredible body, but when she's not showing it off, she certainly knows how to dress it up to the nines. Lopez has a great sense of style, and is something of a fashion chameleon in the way that she approaches her wardrobe choices.

She can go from rocking high-end streetwear, to couture gowns - looking effortlessly beautiful and put-together either way. Dating a cougar with great style means that some of that sartorial know-how might rub off on you as well. It must be so much fun going shopping with someone who's got such a versatile style like JLo's. If you're looking to step up your fashion game, you might want to find yourself a cougar with awesome style a la Jennifer Lopez.

2 She's Played Some Iconic Roles

Part of being with a cougar is being able to have bragging rights because you were able to woo an older, successful woman, even though you yourself are much younger an likely not nearly as established as she is. If you want bragging rights for life, based on that criteria, Jennifer Lopez is the woman you definitely want to woo.

In her time as an actress, she's been in movies with some award-winning actors like Matthew McConaughey, and ex-fiancé Ben Affleck. However, she has also played some iconic roles herself. Her most notable role was when she played slain singer Selena Quintanilla in the movie Selena. The role not only propelled her further into the spotlight, but it also earned her a number of awards, as well as a Golden Globe nomination!

1 She Can Afford A Babysitter For Her Kids 24/7

You might think that dating a cougar with young children might be boring because they'll want to spend time with their kids all the time. However, if you ever get the chance to date Jennifer Lopez, you can rest assured that your date nights without the kids are sure to be a good time, since when you do go out, you'll never have to worry about paying the babysitter extra for a short-notice shift.

Lopez's estimated net worth is $360 million, so she can absolutely afford to pay a babysitter if you two want to go on an adults-only night out. That large sum sounds cool, but it can be intimidating to a younger man who hasn't quite hit millionaire status yet. However, remember that Lopez is attracted to younger men because of their confidence, so just make sure to work on your self esteem before you try and chat her up, capiche?