Brief
Young Hollywood stars reportedly decline People’s Sexiest Man Alive honor
A former People editor says several under‑50 celebrities have rejected the Sexiest Man Alive offer, while the 55‑year‑old Noah Wyle accepted this year.
By Felo News Desk · Published
People magazine’s annual Sexiest Man Alive title is reportedly facing refusals from younger Hollywood talent, a former People editor told Daily Times. The source said Zendaya and Tom Holland showed little interest, and that Ryan Gosling also turned it down. Matt Damon is said to have initially declined the honor in 2007 before eventually accepting.
The editor explained that the award now requires the recipient to participate in a photo shoot, interview and promotion, commitments younger stars deem unworthwhile. "It’s not enough to hand someone the crown. They have to show up, cooperate and help sell the story," the source said. This year People awarded the title to 55‑year‑old Noah Wyle, whose drama The Pitt has revived his profile.
Key facts
- Zendaya and Tom Holland have reportedly shown little interest in People’s Sexiest Man Alive title (dailytimes.com.pk)
- Ryan Gosling is said to have turned down the honor (dailytimes.com.pk)
- Matt Damon initially declined the title in 2007 before later accepting (dailytimes.com.pk)
- People awarded the 2026 Sexiest Man Alive title to Noah Wyle, 55 (dailytimes.com.pk)
Sources
- [1] dailytimes.com.pk — originally reported as “Tom Holland, Zendaya and many young celebrities rejecting one of biggest honours”
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