Wat-Not Staff
John Krasinski has been named PEOPLE’s 2024 Sexiest Man Alive. He joins a lineup of Hollywood icons celebrated for charisma.
When he heard the news, Krasinski said he was shocked. “Immediate blackout, actually. Zero thoughts,” he says, laughing. “Other than maybe I’m being punked.”
The 45-year-old actor, known for his charm, quickly won fans’ hearts as Jim Halpert on The Office. Krasinski’s humour extends beyond the screen, with his new title prompting light-hearted jokes about his wife, actress Emily Blunt. “She’ll probably make me do more chores,” he jokes.
John Krasinski Named PEOPLE’s 2024 Sexiest Man Alive
Krasinski and wife Emily Blunt, 41, live in Brooklyn with their daughters, Hazel, 10, and Violet, 8.
Krasinski says Blunt was thrilled to hear the news. Family life, he adds, keeps him grounded. “At the end of the day, I’m just a dad,” he shares.
Despite his rising fame, Krasinski values his family time. He enjoys simple pleasures, like watching documentaries with his kids. “When you’re married,” he says, “you’re always learning and evolving.”
A Career of Transformation and Growth
Krasinski’s career has transformed, moving from acting on The Office to directing. He directed and starred in A Quiet Place, a huge hit. Krasinski jokes about his directorial struggles: “I pitched A Quiet Place over 50 times.”
This year, he reached new heights with IF, a film he wrote, directed, and starred in. Next, he’ll star with Natalie Portman in Fountain of Youth. As his star rises, Krasinski’s journey shows the rewards of perseverance.
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