Jeff Goldblum Provides Hilarious Response To Depraved Costar Jonathan Bailey's Historic Sexiest Man Alive Win

Simply weeks earlier than the discharge of his newest movie Depraved: For Good, actor Jonathan Bailey was named Individuals Journal’s Sexiest Man Alive. The actor receiving the title is a historic second, as he’s the primary brazenly homosexual man to take action.

His upcoming reprisal of the position of Fiyero in Depraved: For Good will doubtless showcase his main man standing additional, as he serves because the love curiosity to the revolutionary Depraved Witch of the West Elphaba, portrayed by Cynthia Erivo. Directed by Jon M. Chu, the movie, based mostly on the second act of the Broadway musical Depraved, additionally stars Ariana Grande, Ethan Slater, Marissa Bode, Colman Domingo, Michelle Yeoh, and Jeff Goldblum.

In regard to his newly bestowed standing because the Sexiest Man Alive, Bailey advised Individuals: “It’s an enormous honor. Clearly, I’m extremely flattered. And it’s utterly absurd. It’s been a secret, so I’m fairly excited for some family and friends to search out out.” Given the timing of this announcement, Bailey was additionally requested about it whereas selling Depraved: For Good alongside Goldblum.

As Goldblum sang snippets of “You Horny Factor” by Scorching Chocolate and “I am Too Horny” by Proper Mentioned Fred, Bailey opened up about his history-making win. “It’s utterly absurd, and good, hilarious,” the Bridgerton star mentioned. “However I’m taking it very severely. I’m going to squeeze each ounce of sexuality I’ve for the following 360 days. And likewise, I’m representing all of the attractive folks on the market. I really feel the load of historical past of all of the attractive males that got here earlier than me.“

Goldblum acknowledged the load of the moniker, noting that Bailey stands “on attractive shoulders.” Afterward, Bailey famous that “there’s nothing sexier than progress,” in reference to him being the primary brazenly homosexual man to assert the title, which prompted a short look of confusion on his costar’s face.

This response didn’t final lengthy, nonetheless, as Bailey reminded Goldblum of his win’s significance, prompting an emphatic settlement from the Jurassic Park alum. The interview then took a humorous flip as the previous revealed his nickname for the latter: “I name him Bailey’s Cream. Bailey’s Cream.“

“Should you depart me out, I curdle,” Bailey retorted. All through selling Depraved in 2024, the 2 shared many equally comedic interviews, highlighting their playful dynamic. The promotional tour for Depraved: For Good appears to be carrying on this pattern, despite the movie pitting the 2 on opposing sides of its battle.

Depraved: For Good releases in theaters on November 21, 2025.