Noah Wyle named People magazine's 2026 "Sexiest Man"
Actor Noah Wyle said he was surprised by People magazine's selection of him as its 2026 "sexiest man in the world," a title the publication cited for his on-screen presence.
American actor Noah Wyle was selected by People magazine as its 2026 "sexiest man in the world," a decision the magazine attributed to his on-screen presence and appearance. The 55-year-old, best known for his role as Dr. John Carter on the series ER, told the publication that he initially thought the announcement was a joke. > "I couldn't believe it. I thought it was a joke; I never imagined I would receive such an honor," Wyle said. He added that his wife, Sara, helped convince him that he indeed met the magazine's criteria. > "She thinks I'm a good guy, and that the way I am, the father and husband I am, deserve to be recognized, so I thought, 'well, if you say so'," the magazine reported.
Wyle's career includes three Golden Globe nominations and five Emmy nominations for his work on ER. He has recently returned to a medical drama setting, portraying Dr. Michael "Robby" Robinavitch in the HBO series "The Pitt." His performance earned him a Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Television Drama Series in 2026 and consecutive Emmy Awards for Best Actor in a Drama Series in 2025 and 2026. The third season of "The Pitt" is slated to debut in January 2027.