Jonathan Bailey has been crowned People’s Sexiest Man Alive, making history as the first openly gay man to receive this title. The 37-year-old actor’s career is on the rise following his role in Jurassic World Rebirth alongside Scarlett Johansson. He is also set to appear in the upcoming Wicked sequel, Wicked: For Good.
The announcement of Bailey’s accolade was made on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. During the show, he expressed his gratitude for the honor and shared his excitement about being featured on the cover of the magazine.
In an interview, Bailey discussed the significance of being the first openly gay man to win the title, emphasizing the value of representation. He described the recognition as a huge honor and expressed his eagerness to share the news with his loved ones.
Earlier this year, Bailey revealed his decision to pause his acting career to focus on a charity he founded in 2024 to support the LGBTQ+ community. The actor emphasized the importance of directing more funding towards LGBTQ+ causes and highlighted the mission of The Shameless Fund.
In addition to his charity work, Bailey is a supporter of Just Like Us, an organization promoting diversity in schools. He praised initiatives like School Diversity Week for creating inclusive environments for young people.
Bailey’s commitment to LGBTQ+ equality and philanthropy demonstrates his dedication to making a positive impact beyond his acting career.