What is the Sexiest Man Alive title?

The Sexiest Man Alive is an annual honor bestowed by People magazine, recognizing a male celebrity who is considered the most attractive and desirable for that year.

How does Jonathan Bailey's LGBTQ+ advocacy factor into his Sexiest Man Alive title?

Bailey, who has spoken openly about being a gay actor, founded The Shameless Fund in 2024 to help support LGBTQ+ organizations. He plans to use his new platform as Sexiest Man Alive to continue advocating for the LGBTQ+ community.

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"Wicked" Star Jonathan Bailey Crowned Sexiest Man Alive for 2025

Q: Who is Jonathan Bailey?

Jonathan Bailey is a 37-year-old British actor known for his roles in the hit films "Wicked" and "Jurassic World Rebirth," as well as the popular Netflix series "Bridgerton."

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Jonathan Bailey, 37, named People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2025
Bailey known for roles in "Wicked," "Bridgerton," and "Jurassic World Rebirth"
Founded The Shameless Fund to support LGBTQ+ organizations

"Wicked" Star Jonathan Bailey Crowned Sexiest Man Alive for 2025

On November 4th, 2025, People magazine announced that actor Jonathan Bailey has been crowned their Sexiest Man Alive for the year. The 37-year-old British performer, known for his roles in the hit films "Wicked" and "Jurassic World Rebirth," as well as the popular Netflix series "Bridgerton," is thrilled by the honor.

Bailey, who has spoken openly about being a gay actor, says he is "incredibly flattered" by the title and sees it as an opportunity to use his platform to support the LGBTQ+ community. In 2024, he founded The Shameless Fund, which helps to provide resources and funding for various LGBTQ+ organizations.

The actor, who made his big-screen debut as Prince Fiyero in the first half of the "Wicked" movie musical, which premiered last year, told People magazine that he's been dreaming of becoming an actor since he was just 5 years old. Now, with this prestigious recognition, Bailey is poised to continue his rise to stardom while using his voice to advocate for important causes.