Overview
- People unveiled the selection on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Nov. 3, where Bailey appeared and the covers were shown.
- Two magazine covers were released for the announcement, one depicting Bailey in the ocean and another of him shirtless holding his dog, Benson.
- Entertainment outlets report Bailey as the first openly gay recipient of the Sexiest Man Alive title, marking a visibility milestone.
- Bailey, 37, called the recognition “a huge honor,” building on a year that included Wicked, Bridgerton and Jurassic World: Rebirth, with Wicked: For Good due Nov. 21.
- The reveal followed a Page Six report that leaked the choice earlier in the day, a common prelude to the official broadcast announcement.