Jonathan Bailey Named People’s Sexiest Man Alive 2025
Bridgerton and Wicked star Jonathan Bailey has been officially crowned People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive for 2025. Notably, he is the first openly gay man to receive this prestigious title, marking a historical moment.
Announcement and Reaction
The announcement was made on Monday night on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where Bailey accepted the honour with classic British wit:
“It’s an honour of a lifetime, and I want to say, Jimmy, thank you so much for turning it down so I could be here.”
When asked if he expected his life to change with the new title, Bailey replied decisively:
“I f***ing hope so.”
Legacy and Previous Winners
Jonathan Bailey succeeds John Krasinski, known for his roles in The Office and A Quiet Place. He joins a distinguished list of previous Sexiest Man Alive winners, such as:
- Patrick Dempsey
- Chris Evans
- Michael B. Jordan
- George Clooney
- Harrison Ford
- Mel Gibson, the first winner in 1985
How the Sexiest Man is Selected
This year also marks the 40th anniversary of the title. Contrary to popular belief, the selection process is entirely editorial. The People magazine staff and editors make the final decision without any public voting or competition brackets involved.
Summary
Jonathan Bailey’s 2025 Sexiest Man Alive win highlights inclusivity and reflects a selection process driven solely by editorial discretion rather than public voting.