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People Names Jonathan Bailey Sexiest Man Alive 2025

The selection marks the first time the magazine has chosen an openly gay man.

Overview

  • Bailey, 37, told People he was “incredibly flattered” and joked the honor was “completely absurd.”
  • He said he kept the news secret except for telling his dog, Benson, who appears with him on the cover.
  • The actor is traveling to São Paulo this week to promote Wicked: Part II at an event set to feature Cynthia Erivo and director Jon M. Chu, while Ariana Grande said she will not attend.
  • Bailey has said he will pause acting to build The Shameless Fund supporting LGBTQ+ causes, citing reports of minimal UK donations reaching such groups.
  • Known for Bridgerton and an Emmy-nominated turn in Fellow Travelers, he also stars in Wicked and Jurassic World: Rebirth.