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Jonathan Bailey: First Openly Gay Sexiest Man Alive!

12/9/2025

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Jonathan Bailey has been named People’s first openly gay Sexiest Man Alive.
In a playful interview with David Corenswet, Bailey discussed his journey from theater to stardom.
Bailey joked that he could top the title by being the "Ugliest."
Corenswet praised Bailey’s performance in Wicked: For Good, especially during a levitation scene.
Bailey expressed admiration for co-star Cynthia Erivo and said he would love to be carried by her.

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Jonathan Bailey has been named People’s first openly gay Sexiest Man Alive.
In a playful interview with David Corenswet, Bailey discussed his journey from theater to stardom.
Bailey joked that he could top the title by being the "Ugliest."
Corenswet praised Bailey’s performance in Wicked: For Good, especially during a levitation scene.
Bailey expressed admiration for co-star Cynthia Erivo and said he would love to be carried by her.