Benny Blanco's Sexiest Man Alive Issue Sparks Backlash: "How Much Did Selena Pay For This?"

People’s Sexiest Man Alive 2024 issue is featuring none other than… Benny Blanco. The same Benny Blanco who pulled Selena Gomez earned himself a spot in the magazine, dishing out “rules” on how to be a “sexy gentleman.” His tips include self-care, learning how to cook, and “dressing for success.” It's not groundbreaking advice, but it does work. Blanco’s photoshoot has been going viral on X. One photo shows the producer crisscrossed in bright floral pants, clutching a teddy bear, handing out a present, looking a bit like he’s in a holiday fever dream. There’s another shot of him by the pool with squinted eyes, a cocktail pick in his mouth, and a drink in hand. The reactions have been pretty brutal but not at all surprising. User @orseunid garnered over 132,000 likes on X with the post, “Benny Blanco and Sexiest Man Alive should never be in the same sentence.” @blindingliqhts asks, "How much did Selena pay for this?" “This is the ugliest man I have ever seen and that speaks volumes because I live in India,” @filtercoffeee wrote. One tweet read, “Wdym Benny Blanco as the sexiest man alive????” and it’s evident that viewers are all scratching their heads in disbelief. @pastureangel’s reaction is hilarious: “The rage and confusion that just went through my body when i thought benny blanco was being announced sexiest man alive… i’m gonna need a minute.” The 2024 winner of the Sexiest Man Alive title is expected to be announced today, but the fact that Blanco’s got a feature in the issue touting how to be a “sexy gentleman” is a move no one saw coming. According to Evie Girls, Glenn Powell, Henry Cavill, Jensen Ackles, and Ryan Gosling are all top contenders. You can read more about our predictions here. Subscribe today to get unlimited access to all of Evie’s premium content.