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“I’m glad it’s happening at this point in my life,” Patrick Dempsey People’s 2023 Sexiest Man Alive

"I'm glad it's happening at this point in my life," says the 'Ferrari' actor. "It’s nice to have the recognition, but gives me the platform to use it for something positive."

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The “Ferrari” actor and “Grey’s Anatomy” alum was revealed as this year’s honoree during Tuesday night’s broadcast of “Jimmy Kimmel Live.”

“I’m glad it’s happening at this point in my life,” Dempsey told People in the publication’s article revealing him as this year’s winner. “It’s nice to have the recognition, and certainly my ego takes a little bump, but it gives me the platform to use it for something positive.”

His heartthrob status created such a fan frenzy that he graced the pages of this very issue countless times over the years. Now he’s taking home the Sexiest Man Alive crown. “I’m glad it’s happening at this point in my life,” the Maine native, 57, tells PEOPLE in this week’s cover story. “It’s nice to have the recognition, and certainly my ego takes a little bump, but it gives me the platform to use it for something positive.”

Asked how he first reacted to the news, Dempsey replied with a laugh, “I was completely shocked, and then I started laughing, like, this is a joke, right? I’ve always been the bridesmaid!”

His highly admired status generated an immense frenzy among his fans, resulting in a significant number of appearances in this publication throughout the years. Presently, he has been bestowed with the esteemed accolade of being named the recipient of the “Sexiest Man Alive” title, which is a prestigious recognition.

“I’m glad it’s happening at this point in my life,” the Maine native, 57, tells PEOPLE in this week’s cover story. “It’s nice to have the recognition, and certainly my ego takes a little bump, but it gives me the platform to use it for something positive.”

His heartthrob status created such a fan frenzy that he graced the pages of this very issue countless times over the years. Now he’s taking home the Sexiest Man Alive crown. “I’m glad it’s happening at this point in my life,” the Maine native, 57, tells PEOPLE in this week’s cover story. “It’s nice to have the recognition, and certainly my ego takes a little bump, but it gives me the platform to use it for something positive.”

Pedro Pascal, Timothée Chalamet, Usher, Jamie Foxx, Lenny Kravitz and Philadelphia Eagles’ star center Jason Kelce were name-dropped earlier in the day as the “many, many sexy men” featured in the publication’s 2023 sexiest man alive issue alongside honoree Dempsey. 

The “Sexiest Man Alive” feature has been an annual event organized by People magazine since its inception in 1985, with Mel Gibson being the first recipient at the age of 29. The previous year’s awardee was Chris Evans, with recent winners including Paul Rudd, Michael B. Jordan, John Legend, and Idris Elba.

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Tuesday’s episode of “Jimmy Kimmel Live” featured a captivating musical performance by Saint Harison and an engaging interview with the esteemed hosts of the popular “Pod Save America” podcast, namely Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor.

His heartthrob status created such a fan frenzy that he graced the pages of this very issue countless times over the years. Now he’s taking home the Sexiest Man Alive crown. “I’m glad it’s happening at this point in my life,” the Maine native, 57, tells PEOPLE in this week’s cover story. “It’s nice to have the recognition, and certainly my ego takes a little bump, but it gives me the platform to use it for something positive.”

People’s sexiest man alive issue, featuring an interview withDempsey, will be available to purchase on Friday.

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