The concept of Australian identity has changed throughout history, particularly since the dominance of media representation in contemporary society. From the image of a bushman to that of a larrikin, the identity of an Australian man evolves as society develops, but the essential core of Australianness remains largely based on the concept of masculinity. and camaraderie. Most jocks are seen as the representation of larrikins, who do not adhere to conventions or polite social rules and behave in a brutal manner (Hogg class lesson). The Australian male identity is independent, resilient to dilemmas and most importantly for larrikins, they do not adhere to polite social conventions and rules of behavior. Additionally, sport is the best way for men to explore and define their masculinity (Booth 1997). As a celebrated Australian athlete, Ian Thorpe challenges traditional Australian identity and achieves a level of resilience and positive worldview in modern Australian men. As Australia's greatest Olympian, Ian Thorpe has won a number of national and international titles since his teenage years. He announced his retirement from swimming at the age of 26. As a multiple world champion and record holder, Thorpe has set an excellent model and represents a strong Australian male figure in the international press. Thorpe's celebrity status as a world-famous athlete and fashion icon has sparked speculation that he may be gay. Despite Thorpe's masculine physical appearance, the media still portrays his sexual orientation based on his relationship with male friends and his particular interest in the fashion industry. Many considered Ian Thorpe's media image "didn't fit... middle of paper ... it allowed him to bounce back from any setback" as an indication of the tenacity of an Australian masculine trait. Collected in the three articles, Thorpe's identity as an Australian man was not only addressed from his physical appearance, but more importantly from his social activities and personal experiences, which further reflect Australian identity within Thorpe rather than his superficial action. In conclusion, the traits of masculinity embedded in Australian identity among men have been refined and developed. It requires both physical appearance and social activities to truly fit into a mediated Australian identity. The stereotype of Australian male identity has helped to define the human condition and cultural identity of each person, which could have an influential effect on the course of media analysis..