Women Are Obsessing Over Adam Brody—Here's Why

Adam Brody, the on-screen geek turned heartthrob, is getting all the love thanks to his latest role in Netflix’s Nobody Wants This . Starring alongside Kristen Bell, Brody plays Noah, a character causing quite a stir on social media – particularly with the girls. TheSkimm summed it up perfectly when they wrote on Instagram, “Seeing Adam Brody chase after Kristen Bell — several times — to communicate honestly and openly is the kind of TV we need. Watching Bell work through her insecurities, while being met with support and appreciation, is powerful.” Indeed, Bell and Brody knocked it out of the park with their heartfelt performances. One fan wrote on X, “Noah embodies so much of the sacred masculine ... driven by an unyielding faith and devotion to the reality of love.” While Brody is finally getting the attention he deserves on social media, the truth is that he has been stealing hearts for years. Another tweet nails the sentiment we’ve all had since The O.C. days: "There are celeb crushes and then there's whatever the hell I feel about Adam Brody." Honestly, same. But besides the fact that he plays the masculine role so well and is incredibly handsome, here are the other reasons why women love Brody. Seth Cohen Is Back Back in his O.C. days, Brody played the charming nerd Seth Cohen, and though he was often overshadowed by his co-stars, there was something undeniable about his appeal. Brody perfectly embodied the awkward yet endearing geek archetype , a character who proved you didn’t need to be the jock or Chad to win hearts. While Brody has had plenty of work since The O.C. , Nobody Wants This enables him to play a character that echoes Seth Cohen . It’s nostalgic and familiar, and the millennial women are eating it up. His portrayal of Noah in the series, a rabbi navigating love and faith, feels like a more mature version of his O.C. role. Horror, Comedy, Romance—He Does It All If you thought Adam Brody could only nail the role of a charming geek, think again. His acting range has been criminally underrated for years. From his role in the cult classic Jennifer's Body, where he taps into a darker, more sinister vibe, to his comedic role in Shazam!, which showcases his ability to play unserious, hilarious roles. Brody's range is undeniable. This man is not only gorgeous, he's incredibly talented as well. His versatility as an actor is precisely why his latest role, Noah, in Nobody Wants This , resonates so well with fans. Noah has the depth (being masculine while allowing himself to be vulnerable) that Brody could deliver. Loyal Husband and Family Man Off-screen, Adam Brody’s love life is thriving. He’s been happily married to Leighton Meester, a.k.a. the Blair Waldorf , for a decade! Brody once shared that he was "smitten instantly" when he first met Meester in the early 2000s, but it took years before they started dating . Even though Leighton kept things cool initially, Brody’s persistence paid off. Fast forward to today, and they’re now parents to two children, although the couple likes to keep their family life private. As Brody previously told Today , the secret to a happy marriage is “picking someone great” and being willing to grow together . "It takes sacrifice and humility, and you have to grow together, and you have to be willing to grow because you're not going to be able to stay 100 percent right where you are, but yeah, if you're with someone wonderful, then you're on third," he said. His family-first mentality and dedication to his wife and kids just make us love him even more. Nobody Wants This is a fresh but realistic love story about an agnostic sex podcaster and a newly single rabbi who fall for each other. Their worlds couldn’t be more different, and the meddling families only add to the mess. Can they make it work? With all the humor, heart, and cute but cringey moments, Bell and Brody give us the modern love story that we didn’t know we needed. Subscribe today to get unlimited access to all of Evie’s premium content.