People’s Sexiest Includes Pop Stars—But Are They the Right Ones?

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People unveiled a sampling of its Top Sexiest Men Alive today (led by Johnny Depp, sooo boring a choice—what, were Brad Pitt and George Clooney busy?) and a few pop stars made the list. But they aren’t exactly who we would’ve selected:

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John Legend (should have been Robin Thicke)
No offense to Mr. Legend, who is as cute as a cuddly button, but we’re still drooling over Robin’s “Sex Therapy” video. When Legend makes a music video that incorporates chocolate with groping models and using their legs as a frame, we’ll reconsider.

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Chris Daughtry (should have been John Mayer)
It’s not that we don’t think Chris is pulling off the bald thing, we just think there are tons more relevant guitarists/singers out there who don’t resemble Popeye. Let’s pick a guy with too much hair—John Mayer, whose best asset is making his antics known , whether its releasing new music, like Battle Studies, Tweeting his brain off, or stepping out with every last Hollywood starlet. Even when he makes an ass of himself, he looks good while doing it.

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Adam Lambert (should have been Kris Allen)
Adam’s on every frigging list this year, so People isn’t really thinking out of the box by including his eyeshadow-adoring face. Fierce as he is, we’re going with Kris Allen, mostly because he still manages to be super-adorable without relying on outrageous outfits or snake accessories.

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Nick Cannon (should have been Drake)
He’s sexy in theory, but Nick’s married to Mariah Carey and the host of America’s Got Talent. Those two things alone subtract the allure. Let’s exchange him for Drake, who’s one of the biggest breakout stars this year, is hot enough to warrant rumors that he’s dating Rihanna and have people actually believe it, and hasn’t hosted any reality show competitions that could possibly sully his near-perfect image.

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The Men of Glee (should have been The Men of Cobra Starship)
What, no wheelchair guy or token gay kid? Only the straight dudes with the ability to walk can get called sexy? Not cool, People. We’re trading out this trio with a group just as campy—the dudes of cheese-pop band Cobra Starship (Gabe Saporta, Ryland Blackinton, Alex Suarez and Nate Novarro). They’re as silly as the Glee guys, plus we wouldn’t be surprised if any one of them was a proud member of a show choir in high school.

Are we way off track, folks, or should we contact People and demand they revise their list? Leave your own sexy suggestions in the comments.

 

  • ImGoingToBeTheNextSugababe
    Seriously Becky Bain? This is tragic.
  • Becky I'm rooting for you really I am but, but really? What is this.... Your making it hard for me, I expect an apology immediately.



    Mr.Middletown
  • Dee
    LOL at wanting to replace Adam with Kwis.
  • sorry
    Have you seen Adam in interviews? He's so much more adorbale and precious than Kris. If he got any sweeter, I'd have cavities. He's hilarious, charming and well spoken too. Kris is a cutie but personality wise, he is so, so awkward in interviews. Like the time he said "ew" on Seacrest's show when the women caller called his voice "sexy". And he talks about sweat, peeing, farting and eating kangaroo 24/7. That's NOT sexy. At all.
  • CH
    Directly from People mag's Twitter: "This list of #sexiestmenalive isn't in order, save for our cover star - just a preview of who is in the issue"

    Other than Johnny Depp, this isn't the "top 15."
  • HJ
    MMMM Kris Allen. He's hot!
  • Becky Bain
    @CH: Fixed. We, like many sites out there, took the photo gallery of their 15 men to be their Top 15. Thanks to you (and People's Twitter) for clarifying.
  • Sunny
    Ok this is People's Sexciest Men. Adam is sexy. Kris is cute. Adam deserves to #1 in my opinion. Idc what anyone says.
  • becky
    totally agree about Robin Thicke - he is pretty much sex on a stick :) But come on, Kris Allen? What exactly is sexy about him? He didn't do anything sexual with piano on tour, did he? He's more of a kitten, while Adam is a tiger, LOL...
  • arkangel
    Sorry. "Super-adorable" does not equal "sexy." If Adam's on every magazine cover it's only because EVERYONE thinks he's sexy!
  • HannaB
    I disagree with every one of your choices. Glad you weren't the one choosing. ;)
  • ComeOnEileen
    Adam Lambert projects self-confidence. Kris Allen projects lost puppy dog.
  • Jaxie825
    Oh man. Gabe Saporta all the way...
  • David
    Ew, Kris is about as sexy as Lysol.
  • Debbie
    Adam Lambert is #1 in my book!
  • Carrie Jo
    Kris Allen is cute, but when it comes to sexy, Adam Lambert is the definition of hot and sexy. You got a lot of these wrong. I agree, glad you weren't picking them.
  • ianaleah
    Ya know what makes a guy sexy-it's not a little boy cutie. It's a gutsy individualistic honest articulate intelligent personable poised confident creative innovative motivated positive thinking guy (georgeous looking and great physique, oh yeah) who is interesting, thinks for himself, has a free spirit, honors his own emotions and is true to himself, whether you like it or not. Adam Lambert is perfect, Kris is adorable, but actually,Lambert is just as good-hearted as well. Perfect balance of dynamic/magnetic energy-and it's all good energy that comes from Adam. That is why, with twitter and his fans word of mouth, we all stay in touch with what Adam is creating in his world. He is livin' his life and is fascinating, intriguing, interesting.
  • hotforadam
    ADAM IS NO. 1. NO ONE ELSE COMES CLOSE TO HIM!
  • marjorie2009
    IMO, Sexy = intelligent, articulate, confident, versatile & with balls made of steel. :) Adam rocks!
  • Rita
    Kris being super adorable certainly doesn't equate "sexy". Look at the pictures of Adam & Kris side by side. Are you kidding me? Kris sexier than Adam? Not even on Kris' best day and Adam's worst day is that possible. I am very happy to see that Kris does own at least one shirt that isn't a variation of plaid. Adam is the SEXIEST man alive!!!! And Adam does not rely on outrageous outfits or snake accessories to look sexy, apparently you didn't see him perform "Tracks of My Tears", "Feeling Good" or "A Change is Gonna Come" on American Idol, the acoustic version of "Starlight" on GMA or his numerous appearances while being interviewed.
  • angel
    Anyone who can't tell that Adam is sexy must be living in a sensory deprivation tank!
  • brittany
    ADAMMMMMMMMMM <33333333333 & COBRAAAA <33333333333 :)))))
  • Thinkaboutthat
    Kris Allen Sexy? HaaahAAAAAAAHAAAAA... nope... not even close
  • YR
    Kris instead of Adam? It's a list of the SEXIEST, not "the most ideal to meet your mother"!
  • Tj
    Kris sexy?? omg....what a laugh, he is so boring, what is sexy about plaid and jeans and never anything else and the old puppydog ,underdog thing,, no spine..... give me sexy fierce intelligent, compassionate, sweet, humble, gorgeous Adam Lambert any time. Adam is one of the most courageous people on the planet, Kris is so laid back he has no energy, he's comatose.
  • Seidi Beltran
    YES YES YES!!!
    TO COBRA STARSHIP! WHAT OTHER BAND HAS ALL HOT MEMBERS?
    ITS VERY RARE SO THEY SHOULD'VE TOTALLY BEEN ON THE LIST :D

    FANGS UP!

    OH && I THINK BOTH ADAM AND KRIS ARE HOT :D
  • Beaupreen
    I guess its guyliner ftw.
  • Monster of Posting
    Kris Allen is way more sexier than Adam.

    Adam dyes his hair. His real hair is red. He is a ginger. Kris is a natural. He doesn't have to wear make-up to cover his freckles like Adam does or dye his hair.
  • Monster of Posting
    LOL...all the same pro-Adam posts are interestingly RIGHT AFTER EACH OTHER...meaning most are FAKE. Someone with multiple accounts.
  • JoJo
    Kris Allen IS sexy, sexy as hell to those who like their men to be men and you can take that anyway you like. Sure Adam is good looking (when he is not hidden behind a thick layer of makeup) but for me nice and natural is the way to go. To Becky who made the comment that Kris didn't do anything sexual with a piano during the tour, well you need to go back and look at the videos because most of the time Kris was humping that bench into kingdom come. And boring, I don't think so, just because he doesn't strut round and constantly seek attention doesn't make him boring, people who don't like Kris and constantly make that comment are the boring ones.
  • mirror
    Kris instead of Adam? is this for"cutest puppy" list?
    Kris is cute nice and laid back , but he's boring, has no personality.
    Adam is charming and well spoken, free spirit, intelligent, compassionate, sweet, humble and gorgeous.
  • Melba T. Oast
    I couldn't agree with you more regarding Adam Lambert vs. Kris Allen in the sexy business. To me, sexy is not having to put all this dreck on you in an attempt to cover up. Therefore, I think Kris Allen has it hands down over Lambert. As a matter of fact, paunchy was never sexy to me, so I don't get how Lambert squeezed his way on the list. Wonder how much they got paid.

    Now...where is Jon Bon Jovi and Jason Castro on that list?
  • aicirt
    CABRA STARSHIP! <3
  • SajiNoKami
    Kris Allen is adorable one way... Adam Lambert is adorable another.
    But Lambert has got such a charisma and sexual energy to him,
    sorry i have to go with Lambert.
  • Adam Phan From Philly
    I saw both of them perform live this summer. Kris Allen is cute and cuddly, but Adam Lambert is SEXY!!!
  • Staciegirlie
    Becky, It's 100 sexiest men, not 100 cute adorable little boys. Have you even seen any of Adam's tour performances on youtube? If not, I suggest you check out Whole Lotta Love--Rosemont and David Bowie Medley--Philly and tell me Adam's not sexy. I dare you to.

    @Monster....You're the one with the multiple accounts. Get over it already, Adam has more fans than your small, petty mind can even begin to comprehend.
  • Theresa Williams
    I'd have made Adam Lambert # 1-not only because he is TALENTED & BEAUTIFUL & HOT as Hell, but because he is soooo unique and refreshing. He is charming beyond belief while still being completely genuine & true to himself. His good nature, intelligence, honesty, self-depreciating humor, love & loyality to his friends and family, confidence and humility(amazingly equally balanced) are characteristics that I find VERY APPEALING. Adam loves the world & accepts everyone (even those who don't accept him). He is filled with enourmous appreciation for all the great artists that have gone before him and shows compassion for countless others around the world who struggle like he did to find their own peace and self acceptance. Inspite of all that I have just mentioned he still longs to find that one special "PERSON" to be his true love (which could either be either a guy or a girl). One last thing I forgot to mention before...Adam is also filled with tremendous generousity. (Don't forget he asked his fans to stop sending him gifts and instead help others in need. He then directed them to a place where they could donate to needy school projects & raised a ton of money. He donated personal items to raise even more money & also personally went to deliver some of the gifts) That's why Adam would be my # 1 GUY and I think even Kris would agree!
  • B
    Kris Allen sexier than Adam Lambert?? Sure,he's handsome,cute,cuddly,and safe,but he does nothing for my libido. Adam Lambert is also handsome....,and tall,charismatic,dreamy,funny.....let me tell you what he does to me!! Oops,sorry,can't do it! There are decorum rules on these sites. You get the gist,though!

    @Monster,the hair thing intrigues me. Looks like Kris will be losing his soon. Just making an observation. I like Kris!
  • tina
    odd, I thought Kris was on People's list? I saw the kris fans crowing about it a few days ago that Kris made it and Adam didn't? what happened?

    I don't think Kris is sexy. When I look at Kris I don't think "damn I'd do him" that is what sexy is.
  • Lee
    Adam. Way sexier. With or without eyeliner and snake accessories.
  • terie
    Kris = down home good looking boy next door = not SEXY = attractive ................ ADAM = gorgeous fascinating mesmerizing (who is that hunk) boy next door most women would like for their neighbor = SEXXXXY! The person who wrote this article that says otherwise = IDIOT!!!!!!
  • steffo
    If you want sexy! check out Olly on X Factor (Britains equivalent to American Idol)> He has the whole package! Yummy
  • Immi, 23
    Kris is a cutie and Adam is gorgeous freshfaced without makeup. They're both hilarious and charming.

    The correct answer is BOTH.
  • Lisa
    I don't agree with you. I don't find boring sexy in the least. Adam Lambert is not boring.
  • jenny
    Adam Lambert should have been on the cover!! He is the sexiest man. Your suggestion to replace him with Kris is so funny I can't stop laughing. When puppies become sexy I'll read something you write again!!
  • MhS
    Wow all you gals are really barking up the wrong tree in regard to Adam Lambert!
  • B
    No MhS,not the wrong tree? It's the 'fantasy tree' and anyone can bark up it (or climb it) if they choose. Yeah,yeah,yeah... we know Adam's gay,unattainable,not our type....So what??
    He's sexy,exciting and palpitation-worthy. And he's a really,really great singer!!

    Your point??
  • MhS
    If I have to explain why presunably heterosexual women are wasting their time finding Adam Lambert sexy than I really give up.
  • MhS
    or presumabely as he case may be
  • MhS
    the I have to stop now
  • B
    Good!
  • B
    Stop!
  • B
    You can't win!!
  • Reba
    There seems to be a difference of opinion here of what it means for a guy to be sexy... I totally disagree that if you want to "do" him, that means he's sexy. Chaucer wrote hundreds of years ago a truth about sex that remains to this day - that what women crave is the sexual power they have over men. Women want to be desired... To me, a man who makes a woman feel like a woman, who appreciates her sexual power, is very, very sexy. Kris fits the bill. Listen to his new song Can't Stay Away from You. "I'm standing at your door, cause I want more... more, more, more, more... and then he HOWLS... Sends tingles all the way to my toes. He's all male which makes me appreciate being female and the power we have over men. Kris is sexy because he makes ME feel sexy and powerful... I have no desire to "do" him - he's too young for me and he's married - but his masculine good looks, soulful voice, and song lyrics awaken my femininity and I definitely go looking for my man...My husband LOVES it when I listen to Kris Allen...
  • B
    @Reba,

    My husband LOVES when I listen to Adam Lambert....

    Adam fits the bill just fine. He may not be attainable for heterosexual women,but I'll take that 6'1" magnificent specimen of a man (in my dreams) anyday!!

    Any other theories you want to share??
  • suprnatrulcat
    I totally would want to do Adam (yes, I know he's gay!). Adam is sexy because he's comfortable with who he is. He isn't afraid of showing both his masculine and feminine side. I love that! He also has those beautiful blue eyes.

    Also, I'm not a Daughtry fan, but he is alot sexier than John Mayer. John Mayer is a self absorbed creep.

    Neither the Men of Glee or Cobra Starship are worth mentioning.
  • melissa
    I know for a fact that Kris Allen made this Sexiest men issue. In fact 4 Idols did -- Adam, Kris, Chris Daughtry and David Cook. Maybe some of these other singers you suggest also made the issue? The website only listed a few of the people who made the issue -- not all 100.
  • Just Me
    Adam is a SEXY BEAST. His sexual orientation has nothing to do with it. Kris is 'cute' but Adam is classically handsome. As the writer concurs, Kris is adorable but Adam is drop dead gorgeous. Kris has an appealing face but Adam has Adonis-like bone structure. And that smile! Those perfect teeth!
    Those tantalizing blue eyes that pierce into your soul!
    Kris' personality is non-existent. Adam is a bubbling sparkling champagne. Kris is boring in conversation. Adam is articulate, eloquent and a very interesting conversationalist. Kris may have humor but Adam is very witty, sharp and knowledgeable. Kris is a simple man and kinda static. Adam is intriguing and a dynamo.
    Kris has thinning hair and receding hairline. Adam just has a delightful eye catching mane. Adam has trendy dress sense while Kris could not care less.
    Kris is tiny and is just a face in the crowd. Adam is elegant and stands out in a crowd. Adam's presence commands attention and captures your eyes in a crowd. He has that IT written all over him that can't be ignored.
    Kris, as Simon said, 'looks like you're just standing at the bus stop'. You can just walk pass by him and not miss anything. Adam even just standing on stage is dripping with charisma, magnetism and sex appeal. And don't even ask him to sing!
    Kris is so predictable, bland and boring. Adam excites and thrills. He knows exactly who he is, what he wants and sure of himself and knows he has that power in him and knows he is in control. All these are very attractive to women and makes a man sexy to women even without the physical attributes.
    Adam can be the best friend of anyone knowing you have a hell lot of good time together conversing, partying and shopping. And when you're down, he is there for you with kindness and help and an ear to listen and with words of wisdom. Being there for you is already uplifting. People have said when he talks to you, all his attention is focused on you as if you're the only one in the room. Let you feel you matter.
    Adam's laugh is authentic and comes from his soul. Adam is a man with a dynamic mind, heart and soul and a maturity so admirable but still vulnerable. To me, the totality of Adam is simply SEXY!
    Wish Leila gave birth to octuplets! LOL! Where can I find another Adam???
  • steve
    naming an openly gay man to their top 10 list is not "thinking outside the box"?. LOL ! so much more controversial to have gone with the little straight guy....
  • Blondiegrrl
    Well I definitely would leave Adam on the list. As far as I'm concerned, he should have made the cover, but I'll take Johnny Depp as a second choice. (How in the world could you call Johnny a boring choice?) As for Adam "being on every frigging list" -- well, perhaps that's because so many frigging people WANT him. And, I agree with another respondent here: Daughtry deserves it over Mayer, because Mayer is a self-absorbed creep. John Mayer may be physically attractive, and hey, he's talented too -- but personality factors a lot into a person's sexiness, and he flops in that category. As for those puny little guys from Cobra Starship? No thanks.
  • Amen to JustMe. You hit the nail squarely on the head of all of Adam's attributes! There's no one finer, more handsome or sexier than Adam Lambert right now. "Adorable" just doesn't do it for me! Adam's voice reaches deep inside and grabs your heart and soul - oy! Can't get enough of him and his new song "Soaked"! Adam sizzles and excites. His entire album is great entertaining music!
  • Kristina
    Adam deserves to be on the list because he's damn SEXY!!!
  • Linda
    There is a reason they didn't pick Kris - it's because he isn't sexy!! He doesn't have sex appeal. His appeal is more of a cuteness factor. Kind of like a puppy dog. Sexy - not by a long shot. Lambert has sex appeal

    Mayer - Please - you've got to be kidding. Good thing this rag isn't in the business of choosing the top 100.

    Pitt & Clooney are old guys. Too weathered looking
  • Lisa
    Oh please! Kris? Kris is cute at best... and Adam is plain SEXY. Lulz, he's on every list for a reason people! Just because he's in every list, People shouldn't include him in theirs even if he IS sexy? What kinda logic is that. This article fails so bad. It's just you complaining that your faves didn't make the list. BO-RING.
  • Miss Kay
    Please, I do not find the Idol puppy dog [AKA Kris Allen] to be sexy at all. Give me Adam any day of the week -- or night fo rthat matter!
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