Sexiest Throwbacks: See All the Sexiest Man Alive Winners Then and Now

Mar. 15, 2025

Michael B. Jordan; John Krasinski; Brad Pitt.Photo:Peter Kramer/Getty; John Sciulli/WireImage; Michael Putland/Getty

Peter Kramer/Getty; John Sciulli/WireImage; Michael Putland/Getty

Before they made us swoon on the big and small screens, everySexiest Man Alivewinner was just an up-and-comer, trying to get their bearings in Hollywood.John Krasinskimade his way around the procedural drama circuit before he landed the role of Jim Halpert onThe Office;Ryan ReynoldsandBen Affleckwere both child actors before they hit it big and others, likeJohn LegendandDwayne “The Rock” Johnson, had established themselves in other careers.From John Krasinski to Denzel Washington to Brad Pitt, look back at all the Sexiest Man Alive winners then and now.

Before they made us swoon on the big and small screens, everySexiest Man Alivewinner was just an up-and-comer, trying to get their bearings in Hollywood.

John Krasinskimade his way around the procedural drama circuit before he landed the role of Jim Halpert onThe Office;Ryan ReynoldsandBen Affleckwere both child actors before they hit it big and others, likeJohn LegendandDwayne “The Rock” Johnson, had established themselves in other careers.

From John Krasinski to Denzel Washington to Brad Pitt, look back at all the Sexiest Man Alive winners then and now.

01of 35John KrasinskiJohn Krasinski in 2003 vs 2024.Robert Voets/CBS via Getty; Julian UnganoMost people recognize this year’sSexiest Man Alivefrom his role inThe Office,but before then, John Krasinski was just a working actor waiting for his big break. He appeared inLaw and Order: Criminal Intent, CSI: Crime InvestigationandWithout a Tracebefore landing the role of Jim Halpert.These days, the father of two is known for his work as writer, director and producer of theA Quiet Placefranchise. Krasinski has been married to actress Emily Blunt since 2010.The pair areparents to daughtersHazel, 10, and Violet, 8.

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John Krasinski

John Krasinski in 2003 vs 2024.Robert Voets/CBS via Getty; Julian Ungano

Robert Voets/CBS via Getty; Julian Ungano

Most people recognize this year’sSexiest Man Alivefrom his role inThe Office,but before then, John Krasinski was just a working actor waiting for his big break. He appeared inLaw and Order: Criminal Intent, CSI: Crime InvestigationandWithout a Tracebefore landing the role of Jim Halpert.

These days, the father of two is known for his work as writer, director and producer of theA Quiet Placefranchise. Krasinski has been married to actress Emily Blunt since 2010.

The pair areparents to daughtersHazel, 10, and Violet, 8.

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Patrick Dempsey

Patrick Dempsey 1987 vs 2024.Ron Galella/Getty; James Gourley/Getty

Ron Galella/Getty; James Gourley/Getty

With a career that boasts films such asSweet Home Alabama, Bridget Jones’s Diary, ScreamandMade of Honor, it’s no wonderPatrick Dempseyhas wowed audiences for decades, not just with his dashing good looks but his undeniable talent as well.

We, of course, love him for his stint as Derek “Dr. McDreamy” Shepherd onGrey’s Anatomy, but since exiting the show in 2015, he has continued making good work, appearing in last year’s highly-anticipated,Ferrari.

03of 35Chris EvansChris Evans 2005 vs 2024.Evan Agostini/Getty; Samir Hussein/GettyOne of America’s favorite Avengers got his start in films such asNot Another Teen Movie, EastwickandThe Perfect Scorebefore trying his hand at being a superhero inFantastic Four.He has become a mega movie star thanks to his turn as Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.Evans broke hearts across the nation when it was revealed theheartthrob marriedgirlfriend Alba Baptista in a private ceremony in Cape Cod last September. The two were first linked back in January 2022 but didn’t goInstagram officialuntil January 2023.

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Chris Evans

Chris Evans 2005 vs 2024.Evan Agostini/Getty; Samir Hussein/Getty

Evan Agostini/Getty; Samir Hussein/Getty

One of America’s favorite Avengers got his start in films such asNot Another Teen Movie, EastwickandThe Perfect Scorebefore trying his hand at being a superhero inFantastic Four.

He has become a mega movie star thanks to his turn as Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Evans broke hearts across the nation when it was revealed theheartthrob marriedgirlfriend Alba Baptista in a private ceremony in Cape Cod last September. The two were first linked back in January 2022 but didn’t goInstagram officialuntil January 2023.

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Paul Rudd

Paul Rudd 1997 vs 2024.Ron Galella/Getty; Stewart Cook/Disney/Getty

Ron Galella/Getty; Stewart Cook/Disney/Getty

Like Evans, Rudd has also made his way into the MCU, starring as Ant-Man in several movies in the Avengers franchise.

05of 35Michael B. JordanMichael B. Jordan 2003 vs 2024.Theo Wargo/WireImage; Leon Bennett/GettyThe phrase “Where’s Wallace?” is probably still familiar to long-time fans of Michael B. Jordan, but this double-dimpled New Jersey native has evolved from the sweet boy he played onThe Wireto the alluring villain he played inBlack Panther.Come March 2025, Jordan will be back on our screens in another film made with his long-time collaborator, Ryan Coogler, inSinners.

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Michael B. Jordan

Michael B. Jordan 2003 vs 2024.Theo Wargo/WireImage; Leon Bennett/Getty

Theo Wargo/WireImage; Leon Bennett/Getty

The phrase “Where’s Wallace?” is probably still familiar to long-time fans of Michael B. Jordan, but this double-dimpled New Jersey native has evolved from the sweet boy he played onThe Wireto the alluring villain he played inBlack Panther.

Come March 2025, Jordan will be back on our screens in another film made with his long-time collaborator, Ryan Coogler, inSinners.

06of 35John LegendJohn Legend 2005 vs 2024.SGranitz/WireImage; Matt Winkelmeyer/WireImageA child prodigy,John Legendstarted high school when he was only 12 years old and graduated from the University of Pennsylvania when he was only 21. And he has not stopped wowing us since.Not only has the talented musician snagged a couple of Grammys, but he’s also won two Emmys, a Tony, and an Oscar, making him one of the few EGOT winners in existence.Legendshares four kids— Luna Simone, 8, Miles Theodore, 6, Esti Maxine, 1, and Wren Alexander, 1, with wife Chrissy Teigen.

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John Legend

John Legend 2005 vs 2024.SGranitz/WireImage; Matt Winkelmeyer/WireImage

SGranitz/WireImage; Matt Winkelmeyer/WireImage

A child prodigy,John Legendstarted high school when he was only 12 years old and graduated from the University of Pennsylvania when he was only 21. And he has not stopped wowing us since.Not only has the talented musician snagged a couple of Grammys, but he’s also won two Emmys, a Tony, and an Oscar, making him one of the few EGOT winners in existence.

Legendshares four kids— Luna Simone, 8, Miles Theodore, 6, Esti Maxine, 1, and Wren Alexander, 1, with wife Chrissy Teigen.

07of 35Idris ElbaIdris Elba.Jim Spellman/WireImage; Kevin Mazur/GettyThings haven’t really been the same sinceIdris Elbafirst came onto the scene as Stringer Bell inThe Wire.The actor has continuously made us all swoon with roles inThe Office, Takers, Obsessedand many more.These days, when he’s not in front of the camera, you can catch 2018’s Sexiest Man Alive making TikToks and goofing around with hiswife of five years, Sabrina Elba, as well as his 22-year-old daughter (from a previous relationship), Isan.

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Idris Elba

Idris Elba.Jim Spellman/WireImage; Kevin Mazur/Getty

Jim Spellman/WireImage; Kevin Mazur/Getty

Things haven’t really been the same sinceIdris Elbafirst came onto the scene as Stringer Bell inThe Wire.The actor has continuously made us all swoon with roles inThe Office, Takers, Obsessedand many more.

These days, when he’s not in front of the camera, you can catch 2018’s Sexiest Man Alive making TikToks and goofing around with hiswife of five years, Sabrina Elba, as well as his 22-year-old daughter (from a previous relationship), Isan.

08of 35Blake SheltonBlake Shelton 2003 vs 2024.Frank Mullen/WireImage; Jason Kempin/GettyHe was a certified country superstar long before we fell in love with him as the slow-talking, bear-hug-giving, funny guy onThe Voiceand it was during his 23-season tenure on the singing competition show that he met his wife, Gwen Stefani.The two have been happily married since 2021.

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Blake Shelton

Blake Shelton 2003 vs 2024.Frank Mullen/WireImage; Jason Kempin/Getty

Frank Mullen/WireImage; Jason Kempin/Getty

He was a certified country superstar long before we fell in love with him as the slow-talking, bear-hug-giving, funny guy onThe Voiceand it was during his 23-season tenure on the singing competition show that he met his wife, Gwen Stefani.

The two have been happily married since 2021.

09of 35Dwayne JohnsonDwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson 2000 vs 2024.Arnaldo Magnani/Liaison Agency; Alberto E. Rodriguez/GettyWe have been smelling whatDwayne Johnsonhas been cooking since he came on the scene back in the ’90s. One of the biggest superstars to come out of the WWE, Johnson has become one of the most beloved action-comedy movie stars of our time.You can catch the actor — who has given us favorites such asThe Game Plan,Tooth Fairy, Jungle Cruise, Jumanji,among many other films — on the big screen inRed Onewhich is currently in theaters. Come November 27, you can also catch The Rock in the live-actionMoana 2,where he’ll be reprising his role as demigod Maui.Johnson is a proudgirl dadof three — Simone Alexandra, 23, whom he shares with ex-wife Dany Garcia, as well as Jasmine Lia, 8 and Tiana Gia, 6, whom he shares withwife Lauren Hashian. The pair have been married since 2019.

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Dwayne Johnson

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson 2000 vs 2024.Arnaldo Magnani/Liaison Agency; Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty

Arnaldo Magnani/Liaison Agency; Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty

We have been smelling whatDwayne Johnsonhas been cooking since he came on the scene back in the ’90s. One of the biggest superstars to come out of the WWE, Johnson has become one of the most beloved action-comedy movie stars of our time.

You can catch the actor — who has given us favorites such asThe Game Plan,Tooth Fairy, Jungle Cruise, Jumanji,among many other films — on the big screen inRed Onewhich is currently in theaters. Come November 27, you can also catch The Rock in the live-actionMoana 2,where he’ll be reprising his role as demigod Maui.

Johnson is a proudgirl dadof three — Simone Alexandra, 23, whom he shares with ex-wife Dany Garcia, as well as Jasmine Lia, 8 and Tiana Gia, 6, whom he shares withwife Lauren Hashian. The pair have been married since 2019.

10of 35David BeckhamDavid Beckham in 2002 vs 2024.Tony Marshall/EMPICS via Getty; Dominic Lipinski/GettyThoughDavid Beckhamis sexy in his own right, we venture to argue that the undeniable love and pride he has for the family he created with Victoria Beckham makes him that much more attractive.The Englishman first rose to fame as a soccer star in the late ’90s and early ’00s and has since evolved into a respected businessman with his own soccer team — Inter Miami CF — for a full circle moment.David and Victoriashare four kids: sons Brooklyn, 25, Romeo, 22, Cruz, 19, and daughter Harper, 13.

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David Beckham

David Beckham in 2002 vs 2024.Tony Marshall/EMPICS via Getty; Dominic Lipinski/Getty

Tony Marshall/EMPICS via Getty; Dominic Lipinski/Getty

ThoughDavid Beckhamis sexy in his own right, we venture to argue that the undeniable love and pride he has for the family he created with Victoria Beckham makes him that much more attractive.

The Englishman first rose to fame as a soccer star in the late ’90s and early ’00s and has since evolved into a respected businessman with his own soccer team — Inter Miami CF — for a full circle moment.

David and Victoriashare four kids: sons Brooklyn, 25, Romeo, 22, Cruz, 19, and daughter Harper, 13.

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Chris Hemsworth

Recognized for his role as the Norse god of thunder, Thor, in the MCU,Chris Hemsworthcut his teeth as a soap star, appearing in Australia’sHome and Awayfor three years.

He has since lent his talents to films such asThe Cabin in the Woods, Snow White and the Huntsman, Ghostbusters, Red Dawnand more.

The Aussie has been married to wife Elsa Pataky since 2010. The pairshare three children: India Rose, 12, and twin boys Sasha and Tristan, 10.

12of 35Adam LevineAdam Levine in 2003 vs 2024.L. Cohen/WireImage; Steve Granitz/FilmMagicAdam Levinehas had Maroon 5 fans on lock since the band came out with “This Love” in 2002. The singer and his band have continued to churn out the hits in the decades since, earning three Grammys along the way.Viewers ofThe Voicefell deeper in love with the L.A. native for his cutthroat, sarcastic banter with Shelton during the time they both coached on the NBC show.Levine tied the knot with Behati Prinsloo in 2014. The couple has three kids, daughtersDusty Rose, 8, andGio Grace, 6. They welcomed theirthird child— and first son — in January 2023, but have chosen to keep his name under wraps.

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Adam Levine

Adam Levine in 2003 vs 2024.L. Cohen/WireImage; Steve Granitz/FilmMagic

L. Cohen/WireImage; Steve Granitz/FilmMagic

Adam Levinehas had Maroon 5 fans on lock since the band came out with “This Love” in 2002. The singer and his band have continued to churn out the hits in the decades since, earning three Grammys along the way.

Viewers ofThe Voicefell deeper in love with the L.A. native for his cutthroat, sarcastic banter with Shelton during the time they both coached on the NBC show.

Levine tied the knot with Behati Prinsloo in 2014. The couple has three kids, daughtersDusty Rose, 8, andGio Grace, 6. They welcomed theirthird child— and first son — in January 2023, but have chosen to keep his name under wraps.

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Channing Tatum

Channing Tatum 2003 vs 2024.Gregory Pace/FilmMagic; Jo Hale/FilmMagic

Gregory Pace/FilmMagic; Jo Hale/FilmMagic

Channing Tatum’s killer moves had us all rushing to the theaters for theStep Upmovies back in the day. He dialed the sexy all the way up when he starred in 2012’sMagic Mike, a film loosely based on his days as a male stripper.

Tatum shares 11-year-old daughter Everly with ex-wife Jenna Dewan.

14of 35Bradley CooperBradley Cooper 2001 vs. 2024.Jim Spellman/WireImage; ANGELA WEISS/AFP via GettyIf you binged the series too fast, you might have missedBradley Cooper’s one-episode stint as Jake inSex and the City.The Oscar-nominated actor has expansively grown his resume since the 1999 appearance, starring inAliasfor 46 episodes before fully solidifying his movie career with films such asValentine’s Day,The Hangover, Silver Linings Playbook, American Sniper, A Star Is Bornand many more blockbusters.Cooper is currently dating Gigi Hadid. The two were first linked in 2023, and though they keep their relationship low-key, the pair have been spotted out and about on several occasions.TheMaestroactor shares daughterLea De Seine, 7,with ex-partner Irinia Shayk.

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Bradley Cooper

Bradley Cooper 2001 vs. 2024.Jim Spellman/WireImage; ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty

Jim Spellman/WireImage; ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty

If you binged the series too fast, you might have missedBradley Cooper’s one-episode stint as Jake inSex and the City.The Oscar-nominated actor has expansively grown his resume since the 1999 appearance, starring inAliasfor 46 episodes before fully solidifying his movie career with films such asValentine’s Day,The Hangover, Silver Linings Playbook, American Sniper, A Star Is Bornand many more blockbusters.

Cooper is currently dating Gigi Hadid. The two were first linked in 2023, and though they keep their relationship low-key, the pair have been spotted out and about on several occasions.

TheMaestroactor shares daughterLea De Seine, 7,with ex-partner Irinia Shayk.

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Ryan Reynolds

Ryan Reynolds 1999 vs. 2024.Brenda Chase/Getty; Eugene Gologursky/Getty

Brenda Chase/Getty; Eugene Gologursky/Getty

He has appeared inThe Proposal, The Amityville Horror, Definitely, Maybe, Green Lanternand more.

Reynolds has been married to wife Blake Lively since 2012 and the couple hasfour children together: James, 9, Inez, 8, Betty, 5, and Olin, 1.

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Johnny Depp

Johnny Depp 1987 vs. 2024.Vinnie Zuffante/Getty; Elisabetta A. Villa/WireImage

Vinnie Zuffante/Getty; Elisabetta A. Villa/WireImage

Johnny Deppfirst had hearts racing in films such asA Nightmare on Elm StreetandWhat’s Eating Gilbert Grape, but he has managed to make a career out of playing odd characters such as Edward Scissorhands, Captain Jack Sparrow, Willy Wonka and more.

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Hugh Jackman

Hugh Jackman in 2000 vs 2023.J. Vespa/WireImage; Kristy Sparow/WireImage

J. Vespa/WireImage; Kristy Sparow/WireImage

In Sept. 2023, Jackman and his wife of nearly three decadesannounced they were going their separate ways. Theyhave two kids together, son Oscar Maximilian, 23, and daughter Ava Eliot, 19.

18of 35Matt DamonMatt Damon 2003 vs. 2023.Munawar Hosain/Getty; Eamonn M. McCormack/GettyPerhaps no one had a better road into the limelight thanMatt Damon, who won the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay forGood Will Huntingalongside his best friend Ben Affleck back in 1997.He has since doled out other classic films such asThe Departed, The Brothers Grimm, The Martian, Invictusand more.Damon has been married to wife Luciana Barroso since 2005. The pair sharefour daughters: Alexia Barroso, 25 (who’s Luciana’s daughter from a previous relationship), Isabella, 18, Gia, 16, and Stella, 14.

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Matt Damon

Matt Damon 2003 vs. 2023.Munawar Hosain/Getty; Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty

Munawar Hosain/Getty; Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty

Perhaps no one had a better road into the limelight thanMatt Damon, who won the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay forGood Will Huntingalongside his best friend Ben Affleck back in 1997.

He has since doled out other classic films such asThe Departed, The Brothers Grimm, The Martian, Invictusand more.

Damon has been married to wife Luciana Barroso since 2005. The pair sharefour daughters: Alexia Barroso, 25 (who’s Luciana’s daughter from a previous relationship), Isabella, 18, Gia, 16, and Stella, 14.

19of 35George ClooneyGeorge Clooney in 1985 vs 2023.Ron Tom/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty; Taylor Hill/WireImageGeorge Clooneygot his start playing Doug Ross, M.D. onERand he hasn’t let up on charming audiences since. A certified leading man, Clooney has not only lent his talents to films such asGladiator, Up in the Air,theOceansfranchise (with fellow Sexiest Man winners Brad Pitt and Matt Damon),The Ides of Marchand more, he has also been crowned Sexiest Man Alive twice!The actor wed wife Amal Clooney in 2014. The couple have two kids, twins Alexander and Ella, 7.

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George Clooney

George Clooney in 1985 vs 2023.Ron Tom/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty; Taylor Hill/WireImage

Ron Tom/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty; Taylor Hill/WireImage

George Clooneygot his start playing Doug Ross, M.D. onERand he hasn’t let up on charming audiences since. A certified leading man, Clooney has not only lent his talents to films such asGladiator, Up in the Air,theOceansfranchise (with fellow Sexiest Man winners Brad Pitt and Matt Damon),The Ides of Marchand more, he has also been crowned Sexiest Man Alive twice!

The actor wed wife Amal Clooney in 2014. The couple have two kids, twins Alexander and Ella, 7.

20of 35Matthew McConaugheyMatthew McConaughey in 1996 vs 2023.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic; John Nacion/GettyFor a big stretch in the ’00s,Matthew McConaugheywas the king of the rom-com. So much so that many have forgotten he starred as David Wooderson, the dopey 20-something who hung out with high schoolers in 1993’sDazed and Confused.McConaughey has managed to showcase his full range, appearing in everything from rom-coms such asHow to Lose a Guy in 10 Daysto high dramas such asMudandDallas Buyers Club.The Texas native found love in wife Camila Alves McConaughey whom he’s been married to since 2012. The lovebirds havethree kids together— Levi, 16, Vida, 14, and Livingston, 11.

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Matthew McConaughey

Matthew McConaughey in 1996 vs 2023.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic; John Nacion/Getty

Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic; John Nacion/Getty

For a big stretch in the ’00s,Matthew McConaugheywas the king of the rom-com. So much so that many have forgotten he starred as David Wooderson, the dopey 20-something who hung out with high schoolers in 1993’sDazed and Confused.

McConaughey has managed to showcase his full range, appearing in everything from rom-coms such asHow to Lose a Guy in 10 Daysto high dramas such asMudandDallas Buyers Club.

The Texas native found love in wife Camila Alves McConaughey whom he’s been married to since 2012. The lovebirds havethree kids together— Levi, 16, Vida, 14, and Livingston, 11.

21of 35Jude LawJude Law 1999 vs 2024.Barry King/WireImage; Vittorio Zunino Celotto/GettyHe was broody, he was mysterious and he had beautiful eyes and a winning smile, so it’s not hard to understand whyJude Lawhad millennials swooning every time he came on screen. FromThe Talented Mr. RipleytoAll the King’s MentoSherlock Holmes,Law has been unstoppable when it comes to showcasing his talents.Law married business psychologist Phillipa Coan in a private ceremony held in London in 2019. The couple have two children together whose identities they keep under wraps.TheFantastic Beastsstaralso sharesRafferty, 28, Iris, 24, and Rudy, 22, with ex-wife Sadie Frost; daughter Sophia, 15, with ex Samantha Burke and daughter Ada, 9, with ex Catherine Harding.

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Jude Law

Jude Law 1999 vs 2024.Barry King/WireImage; Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty

Barry King/WireImage; Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty

He was broody, he was mysterious and he had beautiful eyes and a winning smile, so it’s not hard to understand whyJude Lawhad millennials swooning every time he came on screen. FromThe Talented Mr. RipleytoAll the King’s MentoSherlock Holmes,Law has been unstoppable when it comes to showcasing his talents.

Law married business psychologist Phillipa Coan in a private ceremony held in London in 2019. The couple have two children together whose identities they keep under wraps.

TheFantastic Beastsstaralso sharesRafferty, 28, Iris, 24, and Rudy, 22, with ex-wife Sadie Frost; daughter Sophia, 15, with ex Samantha Burke and daughter Ada, 9, with ex Catherine Harding.

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Ben Affleck

Ben Affleck in 1997 vs 2023.Ron Galella Collection via Getty; Gary Miller/WireImage

Ron Galella Collection via Getty; Gary Miller/WireImage

ThoughBen Affleckmade a splash withGood Will Huntingalongside Matt Damon, the future Batman had already racked up some notable credits —Voyage of the Mimi! —before playing Chuckle in the 1997 film.

Affleck shares three kids with ex-wife Jennifer Garner: Violet Anne, 18, Seraphina Rose, 15 and Samuel, 12.

23of 35Pierce BrosnanPierce Brosnan in 1995 vs. 2024.Keith Hamshere/Getty; Karwai Tang/WireImagePierce Brosnan’s career dates all the way back to 1980, when he first graced our screens inMurphy’s Stroke. Over the next four decades, he starred in films such asThe Thomas Crown Affair, Laws of Attraction, Love Punchand of course, he starred as 007 in several James Bond movies.Brosnan has been married to his wifeKeely Shaye Brosnansince 2001. Brosnan shares his late daughter Charlotte and sons Christopher, 52, and Sean, 41, with his first wife, the late actress Cassandra Harris. He later welcomed sons Dylan, 27, and Paris, 23, with Keely Shaye.

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Pierce Brosnan

Pierce Brosnan in 1995 vs. 2024.Keith Hamshere/Getty; Karwai Tang/WireImage

Keith Hamshere/Getty; Karwai Tang/WireImage

Pierce Brosnan’s career dates all the way back to 1980, when he first graced our screens inMurphy’s Stroke. Over the next four decades, he starred in films such asThe Thomas Crown Affair, Laws of Attraction, Love Punchand of course, he starred as 007 in several James Bond movies.

Brosnan has been married to his wifeKeely Shaye Brosnansince 2001. Brosnan shares his late daughter Charlotte and sons Christopher, 52, and Sean, 41, with his first wife, the late actress Cassandra Harris. He later welcomed sons Dylan, 27, and Paris, 23, with Keely Shaye.

24of 35Brad PittBrad Pitt in 1998 vs 2020.Michael Putland/Getty; Gregg DeGuire/GettyHe stole the scene inThelma & Louiseand it’s been sexy galore ever since, so it came as no surprise whenBrad Pittwon the Sexiest Man Alive title in 2000. The actor has starred in films such asFight Club, Troy, Seven, Meet Joe Blackand tons of other classics.Brad Pittshares six children— Maddox Chivan, 23, Zahara Marley, 19, Shiloh Nouvel, 18, Pax Thien, 20, and twins Vivienne Marcheline and Knox Léon, 16 — with ex-wife Angelina Jolie.He is currently datingInes de Ramon, whom he’s been with since 2022.

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Brad Pitt

Brad Pitt in 1998 vs 2020.Michael Putland/Getty; Gregg DeGuire/Getty

Michael Putland/Getty; Gregg DeGuire/Getty

He stole the scene inThelma & Louiseand it’s been sexy galore ever since, so it came as no surprise whenBrad Pittwon the Sexiest Man Alive title in 2000. The actor has starred in films such asFight Club, Troy, Seven, Meet Joe Blackand tons of other classics.

Brad Pittshares six children— Maddox Chivan, 23, Zahara Marley, 19, Shiloh Nouvel, 18, Pax Thien, 20, and twins Vivienne Marcheline and Knox Léon, 16 — with ex-wife Angelina Jolie.

He is currently datingInes de Ramon, whom he’s been with since 2022.

25of 35Richard GereRichard Gere in 1983 vs 2024.Bertrand Rindoff Petroff/Getty; Matt Winkelmeyer/GettyRichard Geregot the title of Sexiest Man Alive when he was 50 years old and he has only gotten better as he’s grown older.The man has brought usPretty Woman, Runaway Bride, AmeliaandInternal Affairsthroughout his career. Most recently, he starred inLonging,a film about a businessman who finds out he fathered a child with an old flame 20 years back, also learning the child recently died.In real life, Gere has three kids. He welcomed his first child,son Homer, in 2000, with his ex-wife,Carey Lowell, whom he split from in 2013 after 11 years of marriage. He also shares two more tots with wife Alexandra Silva — Alexander Gere, 5, and a third boy whose name they haven’t revealed.

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Richard Gere

Richard Gere in 1983 vs 2024.Bertrand Rindoff Petroff/Getty; Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty

Bertrand Rindoff Petroff/Getty; Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty

Richard Geregot the title of Sexiest Man Alive when he was 50 years old and he has only gotten better as he’s grown older.

The man has brought usPretty Woman, Runaway Bride, AmeliaandInternal Affairsthroughout his career. Most recently, he starred inLonging,a film about a businessman who finds out he fathered a child with an old flame 20 years back, also learning the child recently died.

In real life, Gere has three kids. He welcomed his first child,son Homer, in 2000, with his ex-wife,Carey Lowell, whom he split from in 2013 after 11 years of marriage. He also shares two more tots with wife Alexandra Silva — Alexander Gere, 5, and a third boy whose name they haven’t revealed.

26of 35Harrison FordHarrison Ford in 1981 vs 2020.Nancy Moran/Sygma via Getty; Alberto E. Rodriguez/GettyLike Gere,Fordwas in his 50s when he was crowned Sexiest Man Alive — 56 to be exact — and the legendary actor has also gotten better with time. In addition to starring in mega franchises such asIndiana JonesandStar Wars, he’s also been featured inAir Force One, Working Girl, 42andBlade Runner 2048,among other notable works.Now 82, Ford has been with wife Calista Flockhart since 2002, whom he later married in 2010. The two share son Liam, whom Flockhart adopted in 2001, shortly before meeting Ford.TheIndiana Jonesactor first became a father in the 1960s with the births of sons Benjamin, 58, and Willard, 55, whom he shares with his first wife, illustrator Mary Marquardt. He then welcomed son Malcolm, 36, and daughter Georgia, 34, in 1987 and 1990, respectively, with his second wife, Melissa Mathison.

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Harrison Ford

Harrison Ford in 1981 vs 2020.Nancy Moran/Sygma via Getty; Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty

Nancy Moran/Sygma via Getty; Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty

Like Gere,Fordwas in his 50s when he was crowned Sexiest Man Alive — 56 to be exact — and the legendary actor has also gotten better with time. In addition to starring in mega franchises such asIndiana JonesandStar Wars, he’s also been featured inAir Force One, Working Girl, 42andBlade Runner 2048,among other notable works.

Now 82, Ford has been with wife Calista Flockhart since 2002, whom he later married in 2010. The two share son Liam, whom Flockhart adopted in 2001, shortly before meeting Ford.

TheIndiana Jonesactor first became a father in the 1960s with the births of sons Benjamin, 58, and Willard, 55, whom he shares with his first wife, illustrator Mary Marquardt. He then welcomed son Malcolm, 36, and daughter Georgia, 34, in 1987 and 1990, respectively, with his second wife, Melissa Mathison.

27of 35Denzel WashingtonDenzel Washington in 1984 vs 2024.Ron Tom/NBC/getty; Shane Anthony Sinclair/GettyDenzel Washington is still causing the same frenzy he was causing when he won the Sexiest Man Alive title 28 years ago, thanks to his latest role inGladiator II.The actor, who has starred in iconic films such asTraining Day, Devil in a Blue Dress, FlightandInside Man,just to name a few, has unsurprisingly won two Academy Awards during his long-spanning career.Washington often credits wife Pauletta Washington for being the wind beneath his wings — supporting his career while also raising their four children. The long-term loves have been married since 1983 andshare four children: John David, 40, Katia, 37, and twins Malcolm and Olivia, 33.

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Denzel Washington

Denzel Washington in 1984 vs 2024.Ron Tom/NBC/getty; Shane Anthony Sinclair/Getty

Ron Tom/NBC/getty; Shane Anthony Sinclair/Getty

Denzel Washington is still causing the same frenzy he was causing when he won the Sexiest Man Alive title 28 years ago, thanks to his latest role inGladiator II.The actor, who has starred in iconic films such asTraining Day, Devil in a Blue Dress, FlightandInside Man,just to name a few, has unsurprisingly won two Academy Awards during his long-spanning career.

Washington often credits wife Pauletta Washington for being the wind beneath his wings — supporting his career while also raising their four children. The long-term loves have been married since 1983 andshare four children: John David, 40, Katia, 37, and twins Malcolm and Olivia, 33.

28of 35Nick NolteNick Nolte in 1977 vs 2021.Michael Ochs Archives/Getty; Gilbert Carrasquillo/GC ImagesHis rough, gruff and commanding presence madeNick Noltea captivating force on-screen. Throughout his decades-long career, the actor has snagged a Golden Globe Award, several Oscar nods, as well as an Emmy.Nolte has two kids, son Brawley, 38, whom he shares with Rebecca Linger, as well as daughter Sophia Lane, 17, whom he welcomed withwife Clytie Lane.

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Nick Nolte

Nick Nolte in 1977 vs 2021.Michael Ochs Archives/Getty; Gilbert Carrasquillo/GC Images

Michael Ochs Archives/Getty; Gilbert Carrasquillo/GC Images

His rough, gruff and commanding presence madeNick Noltea captivating force on-screen. Throughout his decades-long career, the actor has snagged a Golden Globe Award, several Oscar nods, as well as an Emmy.

Nolte has two kids, son Brawley, 38, whom he shares with Rebecca Linger, as well as daughter Sophia Lane, 17, whom he welcomed withwife Clytie Lane.

29of 35Patrick SwayzePatrick Swayze in 1982 vs 2008.Michael Ochs Archive/Getty; Barry Brecheisen/WireImagePerhaps nobody played a disgruntled lover better thanPatrick Swayze.The man really knew how to emote and tug at heartstrings, so it’s no wonder audiences all over the world fell in love with him.The star ofGhost, Dirty Dancing, Next of KinandGreen Dragondied of pancreatic cancer on Sept. 14, 2009. He was 57.

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Patrick Swayze

Patrick Swayze in 1982 vs 2008.Michael Ochs Archive/Getty; Barry Brecheisen/WireImage

Michael Ochs Archive/Getty; Barry Brecheisen/WireImage

Perhaps nobody played a disgruntled lover better thanPatrick Swayze.The man really knew how to emote and tug at heartstrings, so it’s no wonder audiences all over the world fell in love with him.

The star ofGhost, Dirty Dancing, Next of KinandGreen Dragondied of pancreatic cancer on Sept. 14, 2009. He was 57.

30of 35Tom CruiseTom Cruise in the 90s vs 2023.Vinnie Zuffante/Getty; Mike Coppola/WireImageOne viewing of 1986’sTop Gunand you can understand whyTom Cruiseis one of the most dynamic actors to watch on screen. Over the course of his storied career, Cruise has starred in films such asJerry Maguire, Rain Man, Interview with the Vampire, Valkyrie, Jack Reacherand more.The action star has three children. HeadoptedBella, 31, and Connor, 29, in 1992 and 1995, respectively, with ex-wife Nicole Kidman. He later welcomed daughterSuri Noellein 2016 with ex-wife Katie Holmes.

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Tom Cruise

Tom Cruise in the 90s vs 2023.Vinnie Zuffante/Getty; Mike Coppola/WireImage

Vinnie Zuffante/Getty; Mike Coppola/WireImage

One viewing of 1986’sTop Gunand you can understand whyTom Cruiseis one of the most dynamic actors to watch on screen. Over the course of his storied career, Cruise has starred in films such asJerry Maguire, Rain Man, Interview with the Vampire, Valkyrie, Jack Reacherand more.

The action star has three children. HeadoptedBella, 31, and Connor, 29, in 1992 and 1995, respectively, with ex-wife Nicole Kidman. He later welcomed daughterSuri Noellein 2016 with ex-wife Katie Holmes.

31of 35Sean ConnerySean Connery c. 1962 and 2010.Silver Screen Collection/Archive Photos/Getty; Danny Lawson/PA Images via GettyHis silky voice and dark features madeSean Connerya commanding presence on screen, so there was no better fit to play the first James Bond. The actor brought the character to life inDr. Noback in 1962.Connery died in Oct. 2020 from heart failure due to pneumonia and old age. He was 90.The Scotland native had one child with his first wife Diane Cilento, a son born in 1963 named Jason Joseph Connery.

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Sean Connery

Sean Connery c. 1962 and 2010.Silver Screen Collection/Archive Photos/Getty; Danny Lawson/PA Images via Getty

Silver Screen Collection/Archive Photos/Getty; Danny Lawson/PA Images via Getty

His silky voice and dark features madeSean Connerya commanding presence on screen, so there was no better fit to play the first James Bond. The actor brought the character to life inDr. Noback in 1962.

Connery died in Oct. 2020 from heart failure due to pneumonia and old age. He was 90.

The Scotland native had one child with his first wife Diane Cilento, a son born in 1963 named Jason Joseph Connery.

32of 35John F. Kennedy Jr.JFK Jr. in 1980 and 1999.Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty; Ron Galella/WireImageThe lush hair, perfect smile and soft-spoken nature ofJohn F. Kennedy Jr.made him an undeniable heartthrob in the ’90s. Son to 35th President John F. Kennedy Sr. and Jackie Kennedy (later Onassis), JFK Jr. rose to prominence as an attorney and magazine publisher.Kennedy, his wife Carolyn Bessette and her sister Lauren died tragically in a plane crash off the coast of Massachusetts in 1999. He was 38.

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John F. Kennedy Jr.

JFK Jr. in 1980 and 1999.Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty; Ron Galella/WireImage

Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty; Ron Galella/WireImage

The lush hair, perfect smile and soft-spoken nature ofJohn F. Kennedy Jr.made him an undeniable heartthrob in the ’90s. Son to 35th President John F. Kennedy Sr. and Jackie Kennedy (later Onassis), JFK Jr. rose to prominence as an attorney and magazine publisher.

Kennedy, his wife Carolyn Bessette and her sister Lauren died tragically in a plane crash off the coast of Massachusetts in 1999. He was 38.

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Harry Hamlin

Harry Hamlin in 1980 and 2024.Charles Bush/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank; Monica Schipper/WireImage

Charles Bush/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank; Monica Schipper/WireImage

Hamlin has been married to wife Lisa Rinna since 1997. In June 1998, Rinna gave birth to their eldest daughter,Delilah Belle. Their second daughter,Amelia Gray, was born in June 2001. Hamlin also shares sonDimitri Alexanderwith ex-partnerUrsula Andress.

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Mark Harmon

Mark Harmonbecame the second-ever Sexiest Man Alive back in 1986, and though he’s mostly known for playing the stern Leroy Jethro onNCIS,shows such asSt. ElsewhereandMoonlightingmade him a full-on heartthrob in the ’80s.

Off-screen, Mark Harmon keeps his personal life private. The actor has been married to Pam Dawber since 1987. The couple share two children: sons Sean, 35 and Ty Christian, 32.

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Mel Gibson

Mel Gibson in 1980 and 2024.Aaron Rapoport/Corbis via Getty; VALERIE MACON / AFP via Getty

Aaron Rapoport/Corbis via Getty; VALERIE MACON / AFP via Getty

The first ever Sexiest Man Alive,Mel Gibsoncame to prominence with films such asMad Max, Lethal Weapon, Air America, Hamlet and Braveheart,among others. Most recently, Gibson starred inMonster SummerandBoneyard.

source: people.com