Sexiest Man Of The Year Over 30 Years

1991: Patrick Swayze

Image Source / PeopleAfter his performance in Dirty Dancing, it's no surprise that Patrick Swayze was voted Sexiest Man one year. What is surprising is that he wasn't voted Sexiest Man every year. The leading man features in other hit movies like Ghost and Road House, and co-stars only had great things to say about him.Image Source / PeopleApparently bad boy appeal really does win out, because Nick Nolte landed on this year's edition of People's Sexiest Man. He was described as a big, rugged and loveable, apparently the best of both as hard on the outside and squishy and soft on the inside!

1993-1994: Richard Gere and Cindy Crawford

Image Source / PeopleSo there wasn't a Sexiest Man Alive named in 1993 or 1994. Instead, Richard Gere took the spot but in a joint win with his partner, Cindy Crawford, as they were named Sexiest Couple Alive. It makes sense when you consider he's a Hollywood heartthrob and she's a supermodel!

1995: Brad Pitt

Image Source / PeopleOf course Brad Pitt was going to be on this list at some point or another. He's been a dream in everything he's been in, whether it's Interview with the Vampire, Fight Club or even his Friends cameo. The blonde hair and blue eyes are always a staple.

1996: Denzel Washington

Image Source / PeopleWhen it comes to his title as Sexiest Man, actor Denzel Washington is apparently very humble. He said he doesn't take his looks too seriously, and a co-star of his has said that he has "style and intelligence", which are, of course, sexy in themselves.

1997: George Clooney

Image Source / PeopleJust like Brad Pitt, George Clooney seems to have been a popular crush for many people throughout his career. For a long time, he was a more than eligible bachelor, until he settled down with Amal Clooney and broke many fan's hearts in the process.

1998: Harrison Ford

Image Source / PeopleHarrison Ford's role as Han Solo alone cemented his title as Sexiest Man Alive, but then he goes and throws in a ton more hot-guy roles after that - Indiana Jones, anyone? At the time of the vote, Harrison admitted that he never feels sexy. How absurd.

1999: Richard Gere

Image Source / PeopleApparently not happy that he had to share the Sexy title with now ex-partner Cindy Crawford, Richard Gere was back for 1999 to be voted the sole winner of the Sexiest title. He was actually 50 when he graced the cover for this year, but it all checks out because he seems to have aged like fine wine.

2000: Brad Pitt

Image Source / PeopleTo kick off the millennium, Brad Pitt returned to claim the title for a second time. During the 2000 cover, he was then married to Jennifer Aniston with their seemingly happy marriage and making a gorgeous couple. But, as we know, that wasn't to last.

2001: Pierce Brosnan

Image Source / PeopleIt would be blasphemy if at least one Bond actor didn't appear on this list, and apparently Pierce Brosnan was the one to take the title. The Irish actor is a committed family man and off screen (and off Sexy Man cover) he's devoted to his wife and child.

2002: Ben Affleck

Image Source / PeopleActor Ben Affleck is the perfect example of classic good looks and charm that some women (many women, actually) would find attractive - including Jennifer Lopez. At the time of this cover, he was in a relationship with J-Lo which of course ended until recent years when the pair married again in 2022.

2003: Johnny Depp

Image Source / PeopleIt's no surprise that Johnny Depp would be voted the Sexiest after Pirates of the Caribbean is released (but honestly he had the looks way before then) and apparently he was happy with life after being both a pirate and officially SexyTM.

2004: Jude Law

Image Source / PeopleDid you ever think a younger Dumbledore could be labelled 'sexy'? Well, Jude Law proved that it's most definitely true. There's no doubt that Jude Law has those beautiful boyish looks (and appears to have kept them his entire life, as he doesn't seem to age).

2005: Matthew McConaughey

Image Source / PeopleThere's no doubt Matthew McConaughey is a sexy man, especially with locks you can run your fingers through. It became official in 2005 when he took the cover, but really it's been true ever since then, too, let's be honest. Apparently he laughed after finding out he'd been named Sexiest Man Alive. Nothing like a little humility!

2006: George Clooney

Image Source / PeopleBack again, George? Apparently once wasn't enough for this superstar. During the time of his second nomination and gracing the cover he was still a lowly bachelor and even admitted that he doesn't "go on that many dates". Oh, you will eventually, George!

2007: Matt Damon

Image Source / PeopleThere'd be something weird about Ben Affleck making the list if Matt Damon didn't - it kinda feels like they come as a pair. But yes, after his legendary role as Jason Bourne, Damon was on the map as Sexy. In reaction, he said it had given him a pretty nice ego boost!

2008: Hugh Jackman

Image Source / PeopleHugh Jackson's sexiness is incomparable, and it's so versatile, too - whether it's the American, broody and bearded Wolverine or the softer, Australian-accented Jackson you prefer, there's no doubt he was deserving of this cover issue - and his wife agrees!

2009: Johnny Depp

Image Source / PeopleWe can't even be mad about Johnny appearing for a second time on this list because this guy only goes up and up when it comes to good looks and charm, so it'd make sense why he'd come back. With his continued role as Captain Jack as well as quirky roles like the Mad Hatter, his sex appeal never ends that's for sure.

2010: Ryan Reynolds

Image Source / PeopleThe thing with Ryan Reynolds is his hilarious sense of humour makes him sexy for a start - and then his good looks are just a bonus. Reynolds was actually the first Canadian to win the title of Sexiest Man Alive - and we're sure he didn't let anyone forget it.

2011: Bradley Cooper

Image Source / PeopleIt's all in the eyes and the floppy hair, as Bradley Cooper proves with his Sexiest Man win for 2011. In response, Cooper said that he's a "decent-looking guy" (understatement) and that he has his good and bad days like everyone else. But I guess we've only ever seen the good days.

2012: Channing Tatum

Image Source / PeopleMagic Mike, anyone? Not to mention his comedy performance in 21 Jump Street, proving he's a man of many talents. Apparently his (ex) wife was as surprised as he was when he got the call telling him he'd been voted Sexiest Man. It can't be that surprising, surely!

2013: Adam Levine

Image Source / PeopleWhen music star Adam Levine from Maroon 5 was voted Sexiest Man, apparently he thought it was a bit "silly". He expected to be the butt of everyone's joke for the future, and took the whole thing with a grain of salt. Well, when you're the Sexiest Man, you can react however you like, I guess.

2014: Chris Hemsworth

Image Source / PeopleOf COURSE a Norse God would be voted Sexiest Man alive, and it's surprising this didn't come any sooner, to be honest - though of course his role as Thor skyrocketed him into the category of particularly sexy. In response, Chris was intending to use the bragging rights to get him out of housework.

2015: David Beckham

Image Source / PeopleTime for a footballer now! And one of the most famous footballers, not least because of his reputation as a great husband and father. And his famous wife Posh Spice wasn't surprised by the title seeing as she agrees with it anyway - while he was humble about it all, she was quick to congratulate him.

2016: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson

Image Source / PeopleA lot of The Rock's appeal - apart from the body structure, of course - is that he's a gentle giant. He's built a reputation as being a very sweet and respectful guy, whether to his family or his colleagues. It's not surprising he'd make the list, and apparently the news made him realise he'd "reached the pinnacle".

2017: Blake Shelton

Image Source / PeopleThere's something specifically sexy about a country-music crooner, and apparently the world agreed when Blake Shelton was voted the Sexiest Man. Now married to equally-sexy Gwen Stefani, apparently she pushed him to just accept the crown when he was surprised and humbled by it all.

2018: Idris Elba

Image Source / PeopleApparently actor Idris Elba was just as surprised and humbled as many other people on this list when he made the top. After double-checking himself in the mirror, he admitted it was a "nice feeling" - and a "nice surprise"!

2019: John Legend

Image Source / PeopleNo, it's not a mistake - John Legend was actually given not one, but two covers after being voted the Sexiest Man Alive. Speaking of the win, apparently the singer was a bit scared because of the pressure of being sexy. To be fair, you're bound to feel the pressure of looking sexy all the time after winning something like this.

2020: Michael B. Jordan

Image Source / PeopleMichael B. Jordan's popularity in the looks department has only gone from strength to strength since roles in Creed and Black Panther, to name a few! In response to the title, he was excited to tell the women in his life - because bragging rights are acceptable, of course!

2021: Paul Rudd

Image Source / PeopleFor 2021, Paul Rudd is just proving what we've said all along - that funny is sexy. I don't think anyone would debate how much Rudd deserves this vote, and apparently he even wanted business cards made (because of course he did). You own it, Rudd!