These 40+ Then and Now Pictures Show What the Most Desirable Man Alive Has Looked Like Since 1985

Then and Now Pictures of the Most Desirable Man Since 1985

Each year, People magazine bestows the title of World’s Most Desirable Man on a musician or actor. With this title comes the adoration of millions of fans. From Mark Harmon to Tom Cruise, here are then-and-now pictures featuring what the most desirable man alive looked like when he won the award versus nowadays. Read on to see if your favorite actor or musician made the cut for the most desirable man.

Mark Harmon Then

While Mark Harmon’s most famous role is as Leroy Gibbs in NCIS, it was his role in the 1982 series St. Elsewhere that earned him the title of Most Desirable Man Alive in 1986.

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The star went on to feature in four episodes of the law drama The West Wing, for which he earned an Emmy nomination for his dramatic role in the popular TV show that’s the third-longest-running series currently on TV screens worldwide.

Mark Harmon Now

Harmon still looks pretty good today and probably still has women’s tongues wagging worldwide. He only recently wrapped up his role on NCIS in 2021.

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Hopefully, he’ll be cast in another role fast because we all need our fix of this fine specimen, and soon! It’s the kind eyes for us.

Sean Connery Then

The very first actor to ever play the role of James Bond, Sean Connery won the hearts of women everywhere with his rugged features and thick Scottish accent. Born in Edinburgh, Connery started his acting career with a role in the 1954 movie Lilacs in the Spring.

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He would play this role another seven times, each time gaining a bevy of new fans who couldn’t get enough of this gorgeous Scotsman and his old-school Scottish charm.

Sean Connery Now

Younger fans will remember the actor for his roles in the movies The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Entrapment, and the classic, The Hunt for Red October, where he played submarine captain Marko Ramius.

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Sean Connery sadly passed away in 2020 at the age of 90 due to a bout of pneumonia and a known heart condition, leaving behind a son and grandson.You’ll be missed, Mr. Connery, Sean Connery.

Tom Cruise Then

It’s hard to forget that cringy couch-jumping display on an episode of Oprah, but this is not what Tom Cruise is most famous for. Making his acting debut in 1983’s Risky Business, the actor became a household name after he appeared in Top Gun in 1986.

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This role made him known as one of Hollywood’s greatest actors and earned him the title of People’s Most Desirable Man Alive in 1990. Mr. Cruise had women around the world swooning with his boyish looks and captivating smile.

Tom Cruise Now

The star has, unfortunately, had some rather ugly breakups but is still acting and recently starred in the latest Top Gun movie, Maverick, which sees Cruise reprise his role of Lt. Pete “Maverick” Mitchell in the long-awaited sequel to one of the best 80s movies of all time.

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We simply can’t wait to see what Tom Cruise has to offer in the upcoming years, as he takes on new and exciting roles in the upcoming Mission Impossible movies set to be released in 2023 and 2024.

Patrick Swayze Then

Everybody wished they had Patrick Swayze’s dance moves as he starred in one of the world’s most beloved movies, Dirty Dancing, in 1987. This role put Swayze on the map and in the hearts of women everywhere. People couldn’t get enough of the hunky actor!

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His role in the 1990 movie Ghost alongside Demi Moore sealed the deal, and he was named the Most Desirable Man Alive in 1991, a title that would gain him many more fans worldwide.

Patrick Swayze Now

Patrick Swayze, known for his roles in some of the most romantic movies of all time, passed away in Los Angeles, California, in September 2009 after a short but difficult battle with advanced pancreatic cancer.

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The star was 57 years old and left behind his wife of 34 years, Lisa Niemi. The couple met in 1970 when Swayze was only 18 and had many happy years together. Patrick and Lisa had no children.

Nick Nolte Then

Golden Globe winner and Academy Award-winning actor, Nick Nolte’s role in the movie The Prince of Tides in 1991 saw him winning People magazine’s Most Desirable Man Alive title in 1992. The role scored Nolte a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Motion Picture Drama.

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Nolte went on to star in many more movies after his early 90s win, including Hulk and Tropic Thunder, which were both box-office greats.

Nick Nolte Now

Still acting today, Nolte has appeared in hit movies like 2018’s The Padre and, most recently, in Rittenhouse Square, which was released in 2020 and sees the actor playing a homeless veteran trying desperately to overcome his dark path.

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Nick has certainly aged over the years but he still has some rugged features that made him one of Hollywood’s hottest actors just a few decades ago.It’ll be interesting to see how the actor’s roles change as he was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.

Richard Gere Then

Anyone who has seen a Richard Gere movie will understand just why the hunky actor won the title of Most Desirable Man Alive in 1993. Richard Gere made a second appearance on People magazine’s list as he was once again given the title in 1999.

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Starring alongside Julia Roberts in the 1990 release of Pretty Women, Gere had thousands of hearts swooning and tongues wagging as he showed women just why older men are still considered very desirable.

Richard Gere Now

With movie roles like Runaway Bride, Autumn in New York, and Shall We Dance? under his belt, the hunky actor has millions of followers worldwide and is still seen as one of Hollywood’s heartthrobs today. The actor has continued his acting career.

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His fans are eagerly waiting to see just what their favorite actor will do next as he’s set to star in 2023’s Maybe I Do alongside Julia Roberts’ niece, Emma Roberts. We hope this role is as successful as Pretty Woman was, and we’re curious to see if the young Emma Roberts can follow in her famous aunt’s footsteps.

Keanu Reeves Then

This humble actor kickstarted his career with 1994’s Speed. The role would see Keanu Reeves crowned as People’s Most Desirable Man Alive, but this was only bestowed in 1995 as the magazine skipped 1994.

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Reeves has enjoyed a fruitful acting career, starring in The Matrix movies, the John Wick series, and the hit film The Advocate, where the hunky actor played the role of greedy lawyer Kevin Lomax alongside Al Pacino and Charlize Theron.

Keanu Reeves Now

Fans of Reeves can look forward to him reprising his role as John Wick in 2023 when the fourth movie in the series is released. Fans of the John Wick movie franchise hope that the role will see Keanu’s acting career get a much-needed boost.

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We have no doubt it’ll be as successful as the previous three movies were and lead to many more roles for this Hollywood heartthrob.Considered one of the nicest guys in Tinseltown, the actor lives a quiet life away from the public eye.

Brad Pitt Then

Brad Pitt earned himself the title of Most Desirable Man Alive in 1995 after he became a household name for his roles in the hot movies Legends of the Fall and Interview With a Vampire.

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Pitt, too, earned the title of Most Desirable Man Alive for the second time in 2000 after the release of his iconic movie Fight Club. The award came shortly after he was married to Jennifer Aniston, and it was his divorce from Aniston that saw him lose fans.

Brad Pitt Now

Pitt is still seen as hot property in Hollywood. While his personal life leaves much to be desired, his career is still going. Brad Pitt can be seen in the upcoming Indiana Jones movie in 2023, which is rumored to be another award-winning film.

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It was his role in Mr. & Mrs. Smith that would cause the breakdown of his marriage to Jennifer Aniston as he went on to have a relationship (and children) with co-star Angelina Jolie. While his divorce saw the world divided, he’s enjoyed much success in Hollywood and is still one of the most desirable men in the world.

Denzel Washington Then

In a move that surprised absolutely everyone in Hollywood, People magazine named Denzel Washington as their Most Desirable Man Alive in 1996. While he was already considered hot property in the movie industry, the award only further catapulted Washington’s fame and popularity.

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He was the first actor of color to be bestowed the title, giving him worldwide recognition for his amazing acting abilities and talents that made him the award-winning movie star he is today.

Denzel Washington Now

You can enjoy Denzel’s incredible acting skills in the movies Malcolm X, Remember the Titans, where he played the role of Coach Herman Boone, and the 2021 movie The Little Things.

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Denzel will soon star in the hit movie Equalizer 3, which is set to hit the big screen in 2023 and is rumored to be one of the year’s hottest movies. Be sure to catch this one on the big screen as the actor reprises his role as hotshot Robert McCall.

George Clooney Then

We all knew and loved Dr. Doug Ross in the 90’s hospital drama, E.R. The role of Doug Ross was George Clooney’s first major role and helped him become People’s Most Desirable Man Alive in 1997. With his incredible looks and cool charm, the actor won the hearts of many women.

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He was awarded the title again in 2006. This time, however, it was for his role in Ocean’s Twelve that had women swooning and voting for him in the polls. Clooney went on to play Batman in the film remake of Batman and Robin, a role that saw Clooney take on a darker side as the masked hero.

George Clooney Now

Clooney is still considered hot property and has starred in feature films like Ocean’s Eleven, Twelve, and Thirteen. His most recent role was in 2022’s Ticket to Paradise alongside Julia Roberts. We can never get enough of George, so this film was welcome!

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Catch George Clooney in the 2023 movie The Boys in the Boat, which is a must-see for fans of this handsome actor. We love George Clooney and can’t wait to see him on the big screen soon as he’s set to star in another movie next year.

Harrison Ford Then

Harrison Ford’s role as adventurer Indiana Jones earned him the coveted title of Most Desirable Man Alive in 1998, and by looking at the picture of him on the cover of People magazine, it’s clear why.

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Ford has enjoyed great success from his role as Indiana Jones and will soon star in the latest and long-awaited adventure movie set to be released in 2023. It’ll be interesting to see the role he plays in the film as he’s now 80 years old.

Harrison Ford Now

This hunky actor has been in the acting business for many decades with movies like Star Wars, Blade Runner, and romcom Sabrina under his belt. He most recently starred in 2020’s Call of the Wild.

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Harrison has a large female fan following and is still considered by many to be handsome at the ripe age of 80. We have to say, he doesn’t look a day over 65, though, and still has millions of women hot under the collar. What’s your secret, Mr. Ford?

Pierce Brosnan Then

Do you know Pierce Brosnan for his recurring role as James Bond, or was it his appearance in the musical Mamma Mia that really got your tongue wagging? Either way, we know we love this guy!

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Whatever it was, People magazine (and the world) agreed and named this good-looking actor as their Most Desirable Man Alive in 2001 when the heartthrob was 48 years old. Thankfully, age isn’t a factor when People makes their choice, and many women love the charm of an older man.

Pierce Brosnan Now

Despite his age, Brosnan maintains the looks he’s known for and is still a favorite for many fans around the world, even though his acting roles are not as frequent these days.

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Catch him in Mamma Mia 1 and 2 to see him singing his heart out alongside Meryl Streep and Cher in a role that takes him away from his Bond persona. The actor can also be seen in 2022’s hit film Black Adam which sees the actor play the role of Doctor Fate.

Ben Affleck Then

Mr. JLo, as he’s called by magazines and newspapers, was a movie star long before he met Jennifer Lopez or was named Most Desirable Man Alive in 2002. It all started when he starred in the hit movie Good Will Hunting in 1997. But what really got us interested was his role in Pearl Harbor in 2001.

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On the wave of his popularity as one of the hottest actors in Hollywood at the time, Ben landed roles in Blockbuster films including The Sum of All Fears, Changing Lanes, and He’s Just Not That Into You.

Ben Affleck Now

The actor starred in many more movies like Gone Girl, and, most recently, the 2022 blockbuster movie Deep Water, where he plays handsome husband Vic van Allen alongside Ana de Armas.

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2022 was also a big year for Affleck personally as he finally tied the knot with his old flame Jennifer Lopez. He’s set to star in the 2023 movie release Oppenheimer, so be sure to get your tickets to see Ben in action in what’s rumored to be one of the year’s best films.

Johnny Depp Then

Who’d have thought Edward Scissorhands would one day be named the Most Desirable Man Alive? But fast forward a good couple of years, and Depp was soon cast in the hit movie series, Pirates of the Caribbean. Who can forget Captain Jack Sparrow? We definitely can’t! And we can understand why People magazine gave the actor this coveted title in 2003.

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2009 saw Johnny Depp once again reclaiming the title of Most Desirable Man Alive as he starred as the quirky lead in movies like Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Sleepy Hollow, and everyone’s favorite, Corpse Bride. Is there such a thing as a bad Johnny Depp Movie? We definitely don’t think so!

Johnny Depp Now

It’s no secret that Johnny Depp is a favorite of director Tim Burton, as he’s played a leading role in no less than five of his movies. With his ability to play just about any character, Depp has starred in a number of the hit filmmakers’ movies, including voicing animated movies.

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We can’t wait to see what this gorgeous man will get up to next! We know we’ll be in the front row when his new movie La Favorite is released in 2023. It’s sure to be a success and will be his long-awaited return to the screen after a messy, televised divorce from Amber Heard.

Jude Law Then

English actor Jude Law captivated audiences with his role in the early 2000s movie Closer alongside actress Natalie Portman. While he’d appeared in a few films before Closer, it was his role as Dan that really got people to notice this hunky actor.

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This role would lead to the actor being named People’s Most Desirable Man Alive in 2004 and also gain him many new fans that couldn’t get enough of the British beau. 2006 saw the release of the movie The Holiday, where he starred alongside Cameron Diaz.

Jude Law Now

Jude Law kickstarted his career as a rom-com actor in movies like The Holiday, historical legend King Arthur, and most recently, the 2022 film Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, which was quite easily the best movie of the year and had fans eager to see their favorite actors on the big screen.

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While the actor is great at acting, he’s not so good at relationships and is rather infamously known for cheating on his wife, Sadie Frost, with the family’s nanny. Naughty, naughty, Mr. Law!

Matthew McConaughey Then

It’s hard to imagine Matthew McConaughey in a movie where he’s not a charming, nice guy who tries his utmost to capture the heart and eye of the leading lady.

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In fact, it was his roles in The Wedding Planner and How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days that saw him earn the title of Most Desirable Man Alive in 2005, and set the bar really high for men worldwide as women melted at the thought of this gorgeous man.

Matthew McConaughey Now

Sadly, he’s taken and has been married to his wife Camilla Alves for a number of years. The couple has two children together. Oh, what we’d give to be married to this fella!

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Matthew continues to act and recently starred in the movie Sing 2 in 2021. For those who haven’t seen it, he voices the character Buster Moon and delivers a spectacular performance in a movie that’s great for the whole family.

Matt Damon Then

Shy Matt Damon made his big screen debut in the 1997 movie Good Will Hunting as a shy mathematic genius. But this was just the beginning of a bustling career as Damon starred in Saving Private Ryan, Ocean’s Eleven, and of course, the Bourne trilogy.

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Damon’s role as Jason Bourne led to him being named Most Desirable Man Alive in 2007 by People magazine, and it’s easy to see why when you look at pictures of this Hollywood hunk.

Matt Damon Now

Matt Damon now has three children with his wife Luciana Barroso. Since being named Most Desirable Man Alive, Damon has been in dozens of movies, including Contagion, Stillwater, and Invictus, which saw the actor bag an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor.

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Matt can be seen in the movie Oppenheimer due to be released in 2023. The movie also stars best friend and fellow Most Desirable Man Alive, Ben Affleck, who recently married on-again-off-again girlfriend Jennifer Lopez.

Hugh Jackman Then

Even if you’re not an X-Men fan, there’s no denying that Hugh Jackman is a talented actor and a truly handsome man. Playing the role of the mysterious Wolverine, the actor made his mark in the world of acting.

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Crowned People’s Most Desirable Man Alive in 2008, the actor has gone on to make record-breaking movies like The Greatest Showman and The Son and will soon star in Deadpool 4 in 2024. Rumored to be one of the best movies of 2024, it’s a must-see for fans of the Deadpool franchise.

Hugh Jackman Now

We can’t wait to see Jackman once again star in a hit movie, and we still consider him as handsome today (and maybe even better looking) as he was in 2008.

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He can be seen on big screens in the upcoming movies Ferrari in 2023 and the latest Deadpool movie in 2024. If we could, we’d have already bought our tickets. Can’t wait!

Ryan Reynolds Then

Ryan Reynolds’ role in Deadpool got tongues wagging and saw the actor being named People magazine’s Most Desirable Man Alive in 2010.

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The actor also starred in The Proposal (alongside Sandra Bullock), the Deadpool movies, and in 2022’s hit movie The Bullet Train, in which he played a cameo role as the assassin Carver. For those who’ve seen the movie, you’ll know that Carver is the character who ultimately leads to Ladybug’s downfall.

Ryan Reynolds Now

Ryan is married to Gossip Girl actress Blake Lively and is known for his rather hilarious antics on Twitter and Instagram. There are great things ahead for him as his film career is far from over, as he recently starred in Free Guy, Red Notice, and 2022’s The Adam Project.

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2024 is going to be a big year for Ryan as he stars in the fourth and long-awaited movie in the Deadpool series. We can’t wait! Plus, his wife is due with their fourth child in early 2023. Congratulations!

Bradley Cooper Then

We first saw Bradley Cooper when he starred in the movie The Hangover. While this wasn’t his biggest role to date, it’s one that helped him become People magazine’s Most Desirable Man Alive in 2011, so we recommend you give it a watch.

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The talented actor is also known for his role in A Star Is Born with Lady Gaga, in which he played a lead role and a remake of the classic 80s TV show The A-Team in The A-Team movie.

Bradley Cooper Now

Look out for this stud in his upcoming movie Maestro which is set to be released in 2023 and promises to be a good one! With many hit movies under his belt, this actor is sure to grace our screens for decades to come as he takes on a host of different roles.

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Catch him on a screen near you and see just why the folks at People magazine gave him this coveted title and why his fans all agree.

Channing Tatum Then

Who can forget Channing Tatum’s role in Magic Mike as a tantalizing stripper just trying to earn some money by flaunting his body? If we had his body, maybe we’d do it too!

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You’ll be surprised to know that this isn’t the role that he’s most famous for, as he was featured in the Step Up movies just a few years before Magic Mike was released.

Channing Tatum Now

Named the Most Desirable Man Alive in 2012, the actor has played roles in movies like the hilarious 21 Jump Street, Dear John, and in 2022’s Bullet Train.

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We hope that the rumors of a new Magic Mike movie are true and that we’ll once again get to see Tatum bare all on movie screens across the world, as he once again reprises his role as a male stripper out to make some money in a different way.

Adam Levine Then

Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine won the title of Most Desirable Man Alive in 2013, and one can clearly see why — that facial bone structure, cheeky smile, and stunning eyes! Following the success of the band’s album Songs About Jane, Levine and his bandmates became a household name across the world.

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The singer’s also known for being a judge and coach on the singing competition The Voice. He still continues to record albums with his bandmates as hit music makers Maroon 5.

Adam Levine Now

Levine met and married South African model Behati Prinsloo in 2014 after a whirlwind romance, and the couple has two children together. While rumors abound that the singer has engaged in extramarital activities, Levine and his wife are still together and are working on their marriage.

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He continues his career in music and is still a popular judge on the talent show The Voice, where he coaches up-and-coming singers.

Chris Hemsworth Then

Whether you love or hate The Avengers, we have no doubt that you know of Chris Hemsworth. Hemsworth was named People magazine’s Most Desirable Man Alive in 2014. Chris is the brother of fellow actor Liam Hemsworth, and it’s hard to choose who’s the most handsome among these gorgeous men!

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The actor has enjoyed roles in The Avengers movies and, most recently, in the Thor movies as he portrays the title character. With his blond hair and blue eyes, Hemsworth has a massive fan following that includes women from every corner of the globe.

Chris Hemsworth Now

Check out his movies if you haven’t had the chance to see them yet, and you’ll understand why he won People magazine’s coveted title in 2014. If we had it our way, he’d be named Most Desirable Man Alive every year.

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Hemsworth is set to star in Extraction 2 in 2023 and the new Star Trek movie in 2024. These roles will see Hemsworth step away from his Thor persona and will hopefully lead to many more types of characters.

David Beckham Then

This British athlete is known more for his good looks than his soccer career. He earned the title of Most Desirable Man Alive in 2015. With his rugged features and alluring British accent, Beckham had girls around the world feeling dizzy as they rushed out to buy merchandise with his face on it.

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The title only made him more popular as he amassed a huge fan following around the world. But sadly, the dreams of these fans were shattered when the footballer met and married his wife in the late 90s.

David Beckham Now

Now married to former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham, better known as Posh Spice, David and his family spend the majority of their blissful lives in L.A., building their own fashion and fragrance empires. Beckham retired from professional sports in 2013 at the age of 38.

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Beckham is an all-around good guy and can often be seen making cute videos with his daughter Harper on Instagram. He focuses on being a great dad while still being involved in the sport that made him a household name.

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Then

Former wrestler The Rock showed his soft side when he voiced the character Maui in 2016’s animated movie Moana. Known for his bad-boy persona and massive muscles, fans of the actor saw his softer side as he lent his voice to one of Disney’s most popular movies.

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This role not only kickstarted his acting career but also saw him being named People‘s Most Desirable Man Alive by the magazine in 2016.

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Now

Johnson has starred in many more movies, including a role in the remake of Baywatch and the Jumanji series, in which he played the role of Dr. Smolder Bravestone, adventurer extraordinaire.

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He can be seen in the upcoming Red One movie that’ll hit screens in 2023. We’re interested to see what’s next for this Hollywood powerhouse as he takes on more roles that are sure to make him more popular than ever!

Blake Shelton Then

Country singer and The Voice judge, Blake Shelton, earned himself the title of Most Desirable Man Alive by People magazine in 2017.While the singer wasn’t as popular then as he is today, he had a bevy of country-music fans hanging onto every word of the songs he belted out.

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Recently married to No Doubt singer Gwen Stefani, Shelton has made a career from singing heartbreaking country songs that many can relate to. He’s released no less than 12 studio albums in a career that spans more than a decade.

Blake Shelton Now

He is indeed a looker and truly worthy of the title bestowed on him in 2017 as he continues with his successful singing career and his spot on the panel of judges for The Voice.

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Shelton and his wife, Gwen Stefani, have released a number of songs together, and are known for their duet “You Make it Feel Like Christmas.” Be sure to give the song a listen this holiday season, and feel the love that the couple share.

Idris Elba Then

HBO’s series The Wire is where fans first got a glimpse of hotty Idris Elba as he played the role of second-in-command Stringer Bell. The show, and Idris, had viewers on the edge of their seats.

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The third man of color to be named Most Desirable Man Alive on our list, Elba won the People magazine title in 2018, making him hot property in Hollywood.

Idris Elba Now

Elba can be seen in the series Luther, the movie Pacific Rim, and in 2022’s release of Three Thousand Years of Longing, which was considered his best role yet and came at a time when the world needed some comfort.

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Treat yourself today and watch anything with Idris Elba in it to get your fix of this gorgeous man. You’ll soon understand just why this man is considered one of People magazine’s Most Desirable Men Alive and a feature in many women’s dreams.

John Legend Then

Singer and The Voice judge John Legend was named People’s Most Desirable Man Alive in 2019, which made him the fourth man of color to win the title. This would see the talented singer become even more popular than he was before.

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While it’s clear that this man has the voice of an angel, he has the looks to boot! Women are weak in the knees when they catch him smiling. We wouldn’t mind John serenading us!

John Legend Now

John Legend is the fourth man of color to be named Most Desirable Man Alive and is married to model Chrissy Teigen. Following a tragic loss of pregnancy only a few years ago, the couple took a break to focus on their children, but have recently shared the happy news that they’re expecting another baby.

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The couple has two children, with a third one arriving in early 2023. John’s model wife Teigen regularly stars in the singer’s music videos.

Michael B. Jordan Then

Black Panther actor Michael B. Jordan is the fifth, and most recent, man of color to be given the coveted title of Most Desirable Man Alive by People magazine. He earned this right in 2020. With his boyish looks and smooth voice, the actor is hot property right now.

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Jordan played a leading role in Black Panther. The film has gone on to win many awards and amass an almost cult-like following from millions of fans around the world, as they all rush to cinemas to see the star in action.

Michael B. Jordan Now

Fans of the talented young actor can see him in both of the Black Panther movies and look forward to the many projects the actor is currently working on.

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His next performance can be seen in Creed III, which is set for release in 2023 and is rumored to be one of the year’s best movies. The movie will see Jordan reprise his role as world-famous boxer Adonis Creed in the long-awaited third installment in the Creed franchise.

Paul Rudd Then

Does Paul Rudd ever age? Named People magazine’s Most Desirable Man Alive in 2021, the comedy actor doesn’t look a day over 25 and he still gets tongues wagging. Regularly featured in movies of the romantic-comedy genre, Rudd is known for his humor and good looks.

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Rudd has starred in The Hangover, Knocked Up, and the 1995 classic teen movie Clueless. In fact, the latter was his first movie role. Clueless saw the actor star alongside Alicia Silverstone in the cult American classic.

Paul Rudd Now

Enjoy Paul Rudd in action on the hit series Parks & Recreation, for which he won a Critics Choice Award for a guest performance in a comedy series. Or see him take on a slightly different role in the 2015 movie Ant-Man.

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He’s set to star in the sequel to Ant-Man in 2023, giving fans some clarity on what happens next in the story. Get ready to see Rudd in this long-awaited sequel to his biggest role yet, and get your tickets early. We can’t wait!

Chris Evans Then

Captain America actor Chris Evans has been given People magazine’s prized title of Most Desirable Man Alive in 2022. Born in 1981, the actor still has the boyish charm that made women around the world take note of this gorgeous man.

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Known for his riveting role as Captain America in The Avengers series, 2019 saw a change for the actor as he hung up his shield to take on other movie roles. He can now be seen in more serious roles.

Chris Evans Now

Show hunky Chris Evans some love as you watch the entire Avenger series this weekend. Grab your popcorn and your friends, and binge-watch all of Chris Evans’ movies to celebrate his film career so far and prepare yourself for what’s still to come from Captain America himself.

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Catch him in action in 2023 when he stars in the movie Red One alongside fellow Most Desirable Man Alive, Dwayne Johnson. The movie is rumored to be a big hit, so be sure to catch it in cinemas as soon as it’s released. We know we’ll be first in line at our local cinema!

Mel Gibson Then

Mel Gibson was crowned People magazine’s Most Desirable Man Alive in 1985. He was the first man to ever win the title, which came after his role in the Mad Max trilogy.

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This role led to him being in numerous other well-known titles, including Lethal Weapon, Braveheart, and What Women Want.

Mel Gibson Now

Once known for his handsome features, the actor is now infamous for his controversial rants while on an adult beverage-fueled binge that was recorded for the world to see. What a complete shame!

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Never mind, Mel, we still think you’re a pretty good-looking guy, even after all these years. We can’t say we love the drama that surrounds him, though. As long as he keeps up with his acting, we’re happy. He starred in seven films in 2022! Go, Mel!

Harry Hamlin Then

Fans of this 1987 winner of the People’s Most Desirable Man Alive title will remember him for his long-standing role in the law series L.A. Law, where he played the role of attorney Michael Kuzak.

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Harry Hamlin went on to star in the popular teen detective series Veronica Mars where he played the role of Aaron Echolls, the washed-up father to Mars’ enemy Logan Echolls in the season one finale of the show. He was a major character in season two.

Harry Hamlin Now

He’s recently been seen in the drama series Flowers in the Attic, which was released this year, but there are no details available on any upcoming projects.

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Hamlin is still considered hot property in the acting world and is one of Hollywood’s heartthrobs that’ll live in the hearts of female fans forever. Women just can’t seem to get enough of this Desirable Man, and eagerly await his next acting role.