Jonathan Bailey celebrates being named Sexiest Man Alive of 2025.
In an interview with Forbeshe Wicked and Bridgerton The 37-year-old actor described the recognition as a “great honor” since he came to People MagazineThe coveted cover of this Monday’s Sexiest Man Alive.
“There’s nothing sexier than progress,” Bailey said. Forbes on Thursday.
Bailey also reflected on how cultural perceptions of masculinity have evolved, saying that he “grew up very inspired by sexy men,” not just because of their appearance, but how “many of them helped change the way we understand ourselves in society.”
In the workplace, the actor plays Fiyero in the next Wicked cinema. Bailey will also return to Bridgerton Season 4, which will premiere in two parts: Part 1 on January 29, 2026 and Part 2 on February 26, 2026.
