Wednesday, November 19, 2008

People Magazine Finally Gets It Right

It has taken 7 years, but People Magazine has finally named Hugh Jackman the Sexiest Man Alive. As far as I'm concerned, all it took was a shot of Wolverine's bare back in the fight cage of the first X-men film and I understood the "drool buckets" the women who camped out in line had brought along. He is, I can say from giddy experience, even better looking in person. That he is incredibly gracious and kind makes him even more attractive.

While Hugh has been an also-ran for the title for a number of years (starting just after X-men), losing out to boys like Brad Pitt, it's nice to see a real man get the award. Why is it there are so few American actors under the age of 40 who come across as men, rather than boys?

We'll be at a screening of Australia tomorrow night. Could Hugh be looking at an Oscar(R) to add to his Tony(R) and Emmy(R) Awards? I will let you know what I think later this week.

4 comments:

Grey Horse Matters said...

He is pretty easy on the eyes. Oh, and a good actor too.

Cheryl Ann said...

I agree with you! And, ooooo.....I can't WAIT to see Australia!

Flying Lily said...

Love your contrast between boys and men! So utterly true.

M. C. Valada said...

Don't let the critics put you off from seeing the film. We really enjoyed it.