John Krasinski has been crowned the 2024 Sexiest Man Alive by People magazine. The announcement was made on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' where Krasinski appeared in a humorous segment. Known for his roles in 'The Office' and 'Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan,' Krasinski takes over the title from Patrick Dempsey.
- Krasinski wins the coveted 2024 title
- He had a hilarious reveal on Colbert's show
- Now he is known for more than iconic roles
Krasinski's Career Highlights
On a lively episode of 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' John Krasinski was unveiled as People magazine's 2024 Sexiest Man Alive. The announcement was accompanied by a playful skit, where host Stephen Colbert humorously lamented his own lack of the title.
Krasinski appeared to console Colbert, remarking, “It’s ok, you’re not the Sexiest Man Alive but who cares? Who is? Except for me, apparently.” The episode also featured a comedic video styled like an ’80s infomercial, where Krasinski offered Colbert tips on how to be sexy, with a cameo from former titleholder Chris Evans.
Krasinski is no stranger to the spotlight, having gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of "Jim Halpert" in the acclaimed TV series 'The Office,' which ran for nine successful seasons. His talents extend beyond acting, as he directed and starred in the 2018 film 'A Quiet Place,' alongside his wife, Emily Blunt.
The film's success prompted a sequel, which he also directed in 2020. More recently, Krasinski captivated audiences with his role as Jack Ryan in the Prime Video series 'Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan,' which aired from 2018 to 2023. A film adaptation of the series was announced just last month, further cementing Krasinski's status in Hollywood.
Taking over the title from 'Grey's Anatomy' star Patrick Dempsey, Krasinski joins an illustrious list of past honorees, including Chris Evans.
The guy who spent years making sarcastic faces at the camera and pranking "Dwight Schrute" now finds himself wearing a crown of "sex appeal" with all the gravitas of a man who once rocked a bowl cut. And yet, somehow, it totally makes sense.
Let’s face it, John Krasinski is a classic case of the "nice guy" turning into a heartthrob. Sure, he was always charming (that deadpan humor, those blue eyes), but it wasn’t until he started directing 'A Quiet Place' and becoming an action movie star with "Jack Ryan" that the world really sat up and said, "Hold up, Jim can punch things now?"
It was as if we all woke up one day to realize the guy who couldn’t even make it through a meeting without pulling off the most legendary "look at the camera" expressions was secretly an absolute hunk. Who knew?
Krasinski’s "Sexiest Man Alive" moment is like when your friend from high school who was always a little awkward at parties suddenly starts posting thirst traps on Instagram. You're like, "Wait, was he always this...?"
It’s not that we didn’t see potential, it’s just that he spent so much time making awkward small talk in front of a fake camera lens that we couldn’t quite picture him as the sexiest man on earth.
But hey, we’re here for it.
In interviews since, Krasinski has been hilariously humble about his looks, joking that he’s still waiting for his wife, Emily Blunt, to wake up from what he calls "a very nice, incredibly long dream."
And you can't blame him. If Emily Blunt is married to John Krasinski—a.k.a. the guy who used to be the guy we watched stuff paper into a vending machine at Dunder Mifflin—then, truly, anything is possible. Maybe next year, we’ll see "Dwight Schrute" taking the crown.
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Krasinski shared a lighthearted moment about his new title, joking about his wife Emily Blunt's reaction: he couldn't quite hear her comments over her laughter. The playful dynamic between the couple adds another layer to Krasinski's charming public persona.
