Benny Blanco has been nominated for Sexiest Man Alive – and not everyone is happy about the choice.
Every year, People magazine launches the male equivalent of the Victoria’s Secret catwalk with their ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ issue.
Mel Gibson was the first Hollywood heartthrob to kick off the annual tradition in 1985. Since then recipients have been Patrick Dempsey, Michael B. Jordan, Idris Elba, and Chris Evans, to name just a few.
This year, Benny Blanco, who’s been in the spotlight for his relationship with Selena Gomez since 2023, is in the running for the title.
In his interview with the publication, the Grammy-winning producer – whose real name is Benjamin Joseph Levin – is described as “redefining masculinity while embracing chivalry” under the headline “He cooks. He hosts. He woos”.
The 36-year-old is photographed donning a three-piece suit while lying on a table with pizza, and margarita. There’s also a snap of him sitting on a comfy bed in pajamas while cuddling a teddy.
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Benny Blanco for PEOPLE’s Sexiest Man Alive 2024 issue. pic.twitter.com/kMR1pR90wf
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Blanco’s inclusion in the magazine’s issue has set off a frenzy on social media.
“If people named Benny Blanco as one of the sexiest men alive. I’m scared who they’re going to announce for the official sexiest man alive tomorrow,” one disgruntled person wrote on X.
Another savagely commented: “I think People magazine has been running an elaborate long-running joke on us for all these years and this is the first time where it was too obvious.”
A third brutally remarked: “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.”
“Benny Blanco as sexiest man alive?? like… did they pull names out of a hat orrr,” a fourth quipped.
However, not everyone was harsh as one user came to the producer’s defense: “Yall roasting Benny Blanco bc he pulled a baddie in Selena Gomez & yall think the word SEXY is based off looks…”
“He’s a musician and good at it and he cooks various dishes on top of being a decent person. Leave this man alone,” they added.
A second echoed: “Can’t argue with that choice! He’s got the talent and the charm to match.” Someone else shared: “Well-deserved spotlight!”
The ‘Love Yourself’ producer, who has not secured the title yet, opened up about the love he has for his girlfriend in his interview with the magazine.
“I’m a real morning person. It’s my favorite time to spend with Sel, because we both wake up really early. It’s like our moment before the rest of the world wakes up,” he said. “I have a true best friend that I get to do everything in the world with, and every day is the best day of my life.”
The songwriter recalled the day he rented out a botanical garden for a date with the ‘Love You Like A Love Song’ hitmaker. He also shared that his Valentine’s Day gift was heavily food-themed, including: “Taco Bell, I made her movie-theatre nachos, I found her favorite pickles from Texas and I deep-fried them for her.”
People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive 2024 will be announced on November 12.
