Jonathan Bailey Crowned 'Sexiest Man Alive' – And He'S Loving Every Moment!

Jonathan Bailey's Big Reveal on 'The Tonight Show'

People Magazine has just bestowed the dazzling title of the "Sexiest Man Alive 2025" on none other than the charming English actor Jonathan Bailey. The 37-year-old heartthrob, who captured hearts as Lord Anthony Bridgerton on Netflix's hit series 'Bridgerton', stopped by 'The Tonight Show' to chat with Jimmy Fallon about this newfound honor. And what an honor it is!

Fallon didn't waste any time diving right into the juicy details. He asked Bailey how it felt to grace the cover of People’s "Sexiest Man Alive" issue, a milestone that coincides with the 40th anniversary of the magazine's iconic series. Bailey, with his ever-present humor, quipped, "I mean, it's an honor of a lifetime, and I want to say, Jimmy, thank you so much for turning it down so that I could be here."

“It's not just the looks; it's the charisma and chemistry he has with everyone, too. He's the full package.”

The Secret's Out – Kind Of!

Bailey confessed that keeping this fabulous news under wraps was harder than he imagined. On 'The Tonight Show', he sheepishly admitted to spilling the beans to his friends over drinks, excitedly announcing, "Guess what, guys? I'm the 'sexiest man alive.'" His friends, amused by his excitement, encouraged him to keep going with his "affirmations."

Fans on TikTok are utterly smitten with Bailey's playful interview. One user perfectly summed up the general sentiment, praising not just his looks, but his undeniable charisma and chemistry.

From Instagram to The Big Screen

Following the announcement, Bailey took to Instagram, sharing some sizzling photos with the caption "for all the sexy people," which sent his fans into a frenzy. Compliments poured in, with one user gushing, "You look absolutely gorgeous, so incredibly proud of you."

But Jonathan Bailey is so much more than just a pretty face. His impressive acting chops have earned him an Emmy nomination for his role as Tim Laughlin in 'Fellow Travelers'. He's also made waves starring as Prince Fiyero in 'Wicked' and as Dr. Henry Loomis in the blockbuster 'Jurassic World: Rebirth'. Clearly, Bailey's talents are as vast as his charm.

This story was initially reported by Parade on November 5, 2025, and first appeared in their News section. Make sure to catch Bailey's full interview with Fallon for more of his delightful charm.