Selena Gomez's boyfriend Benny Blanco makes People's Sexiest Man Alive list
The 34-year-old music producer and songwriter is the first Latino to be named Sexiest Man Alive by the magazine
Blanco is dating Selena Gomez, 30, and the couple have been together for over a year
Benny Blanco, the music producer and songwriter, has been named People's Sexiest Man Alive for 2023. Blanco is the first Latino to be named Sexiest Man Alive by the magazine.
Blanco is dating Selena Gomez, 30, and the couple have been together for over a year. Blanco is known for producing hits for artists such as Justin Bieber, Ed Sheeran, and Halsey.
In an interview with People, Blanco said that he was "shocked" and "honored" to be named Sexiest Man Alive. He also said that he is "not the typical person" that people would think of when they think of a sexy man.
"I'm not the guy who's going to walk into a room and have all the girls staring at me," Blanco said. "I'm the guy who's going to make you laugh and make you feel good about yourself."
Blanco's selection as Sexiest Man Alive has been met with mixed reactions on social media. Some people have praised Blanco for his talent and his looks, while others have criticized the magazine for choosing a man who does not fit the traditional definition of "sexy."
Regardless of the mixed reactions, Blanco's selection as Sexiest Man Alive is a significant moment for representation. He is the first Latino to be named to the list, and his selection sends a message that beauty comes in all shapes and sizes.