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Jonathan Bailey's Big Year: Sexiest Man Alive & Wicked Star
1 Dec
Summary
- Jonathan Bailey named PEOPLE's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
- Bailey stars in the upcoming film Wicked: For Good.
- He will take a break from acting after Bridgerton Season 4.

Jonathan Bailey is capping off a remarkable 2025 with the prestigious title of PEOPLE's Sexiest Man Alive. This honor arrives as his role in the anticipated film Wicked: For Good garners significant attention, with its release on November 21st. His "Oz family" castmates, including Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers, expressed enthusiastic support, celebrating his well-deserved recognition.
Bailey's fellow Wicked stars, such as Ariana Grande and Jeff Goldblum, shared their congratulations, with Goldblum humorously declaring Bailey the sexiest man across all universes. This recognition follows his continued popularity from his role in Bridgerton, where he plays a character known for his swoon-worthy presence.
Looking ahead, Bailey anticipates a quieter 2026, having announced plans for a hiatus from acting after completing his work on Bridgerton Season 4. Fans can currently enjoy Bailey in "Wicked: For Good" in theaters and catch up on the first chapter via Amazon Prime Video.




