Jonathan Bailey Named ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ His Old Kurta Photos Take Over The Internet Again

Jonathan Bailey is making headlines again after getting the title of ‘Sexiest Man Alive.’ The Wicked star has been named by PEOPLE’s magazine, becoming the first openly gay man to receive the title. The announcement came via Jimmy Fallon on the November 3, 2025, episode of The Tonight Show. Fans online couldn’t resist revisiting the moment that first sent the internet into a frenzy, when Jonathan Bailey effortlessly stole hearts in a traditional kurta.

Jonathan Bailey is the sexiest man alive 

Before being named the world’s sexiest man, Jonathan Bailey,  best known as ‘Lord Anthony Bridgerton,’ had already captured the hearts of desi fans back in October when he attended his friends Anjli Mohindra and Sacha Dhawan’s wedding in Italy. His choice of attire, a soft silver kurta paired with a teal Nehru jacket, instantly set social media ablaze. The image of the quintessential English gentleman embracing Indian ethnic wear sparked a frenzy online. 

Social media erupted with excitement as fans couldn’t contain their admiration for Jonathan Bailey’s stunning kurta look. One user on X (formerly Twitter) exclaimed, “Jonathan Bailey wore a kurta and Nehru jacket and nobody told me? He went full desi I’m cryinggg.” Another declared, “The concept of Jonathan Bailey wearing a kurta. Oh, that is my husband.”

After captivating audiences as ‘Lord Anthony’ in Bridgerton and winning hearts again as ‘Prince Fiyero’ in Wicked, Bailey described it as both flattering and surreal, admitting with a laugh, “It’s a huge honour. Obviously, I’m incredibly flattered. And it’s completely absurd.” Having kept the news under wraps, he shared that he’s eager for his friends and family to finally find out, though the first to hear was his beloved dog, Benson, who accompanied him to the shoot. “I told my dog Benson,” he said playfully.

Jonathan Bailey’s work front 

Jonathan Bailey is riding a career-high wave, having recently been crowned as PEOPLE magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive 2025, becoming the first openly gay man to receive the title. Best known for his breakthrough portrayal of ‘Lord Anthony’ in Bridgerton, he has since diversified his portfolio into high-profile films and stage productions. 

Jonathan’s role as ‘Prince Fiyero’ in the film adaptation of Wicked and a starring turn in Jurassic World: Rebirth further cement his status as a versatile actor moving effortlessly between television, cinema, and theatre. He will next be seen in Wicked: For Good, which has already wrapped production and is slated to hit theatres on November 21, 2025.

Jonathan Bailey on his identity

In an era when representation matters more than ever, he has spoken candidly about the pressures of being a gay actor in traditional leading-man roles and the weight of history he carries when stepping into such territory. In addition to his acting work, he founded the Shameless Fund, a charity supporting the LGBTQ+ community—highlighting his commitment to activism and visibility.

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