John Legend Advises the Next Sexiest Man Alive to ‘Enjoy’ the Title But ‘Don’t Take Yourself Too Seriously’ (Exclusive)
John Legend Is the Voice of Reason for the Next Sexiest Man Alive
John Legend, the multi-talented artist known for lending his voice on "The Voice," has some sage advice for the newly-crowned Sexiest Man Alive: embrace the honor, but don't let it define you.Enjoy the Moment, But Stay Grounded
“You've got to enjoy it while it lasts,” Legend said in an exclusive interview, “but at the same time, don't take yourself too seriously. It's a fun title, but it's not who you are."Legend emphasized the importance of staying grounded and focusing on the qualities that truly matter.
"Don't lose sight of what's important," he said. "Being a good person, being a good partner, being a good father—those are things that will last long after the title is gone."
Embrace the Humor
Legend also encouraged the next Sexiest Man Alive to embrace the humor in the title.
"It's okay to laugh at yourself," he said. "There's no need to take it all so seriously. In fact, it's probably better if you don't."
Legend believes that finding the humor in the situation can help alleviate the pressure that often comes with such a title.
Avoid Arrogance
Most importantly, Legend cautioned against becoming arrogant or condescending.
"It's a slippery slope," he warned. "If you start thinking you're better than others because you have a certain title, it's going to end badly."
Legend stressed that humility is an essential virtue, especially for those in the public eye.
Own It!
Finally, Legend encouraged the next Sexiest Man Alive to embrace the responsibility that comes with the title.
"Use it for good," he said. "Be a role model for others. Show the world what it means to be a man of character and substance."
Legend believes that the title can be a powerful force for positive change.
