John Krasinski is People’s Sexiest Man Alive for 2024! Fans have mixed reactions. Understandably so, since we all have our preferences and for some, Krasinski might not immediately be their first thought when they hear the word “sexy.” But maybe these skeptical fans just haven’t taken the time to get to know Krasinski and his sexy qualities.
Let’s get to know the man and discover why the people at People (yes, that was intentional) made the right decision. (Imagine having that job trying to decide who is the sexiest!)
John Krasinski’s Early Life
Krasinski was born in Massachusetts on October 20, 1979. He has two older brothers, Kevin and Paul, and was raised in the Catholic faith by their mother, Mary Clare, a nurse, and their father, Ronald, an doctor. He is of Irish-Polish descent. At a young age, he showed interest in the performing arts. At just six years old, he played the role of Daddy Warbucks in his school’s production of Annie.
While a high school senior at Newton South High School, he co-starred in a play by B.J. Novak, who later became his The Office co-star. He went to Brown University and studied English and playwriting. He graduated in 2001.
Acting Roles
John Krasinski has been part of the entertainment industry since 2000 while still a student at Brown. During college, he managed to land a prestigious internship as a scriptwriter for Late Night with Conan O’Brien. After graduating, he began to pursue acting full-time. He started with minor roles and small TV appearances, but his breakthrough came in 2004 when he was cast as Jim Halpert in The Office. His portrayal of the lovable, charming and quick-witted “every guy,” made him a household name.
From there, Krasinski expanded his career and appeared in a number of films and TV shows, showcasing his range in different genres, solidifying him as one of Hollywood’s bankable stars.
Reactions to the Announcement
When he heard the news that he was People’s 2024 Sexiest Man Alive, he immediately thought that he was “being punked.” His wife of 14 years, actress Emily Blunt, had a funny reaction. Per his interview with People (via Independent), Blunt was “very excited” and said that she would “print off the cover and use it as wallpaper.” Aside from Blunt and his family, Krasinski said he also told Matt Damon about the honor, per NBC News.
It might be a recognition Krasinski didn’t expect to have, a sentiment shared by some, including this article that mentioned 2024 is not Krasinski’s “year for visible hotness.” They felt that he is past his “hotness” expiration date. Ouch!
Some comments on social media felt the same way.
“I’m so disappointed it’s not even funny. I stayed up till midnight for this bulls—.”
“We really are in the worst timeline possible.”
“He is not sexy at all but whatever”
“John Krasinski as People’s Sexiest Man Alive? Guess the ‘I’m just here for the pizza’ look is what’s in now. Who knew awkward charm was the new definition of sexy?”
Nevertheless, Krasinski still has people happy for him, one of those is Angela Kinsey, his co-star from The Office. Kinsey told Entertainment Weekly, “I love John. He’s such a good person and I’m so happy for all the success he’s having. But I think of him like my little brother, so this is like your little brother getting Sexiest Man Alive! You’re kind of like, ‘What is happening?’ But he’s such a cutie.”
With this whole debate on Krasinki’s award, we think this one tweet from @edebiriscinema perfectly summed it up.
“like i don’t disagree. john krasinski and jim halpert changed the trajectory of my life but one thing about People magazine… they’re gonna make a man SMA in the wrong year every single time.”
