2025 is almost over, and let’s be real: It was kind of a rough one for many (most?) of us. But because dwelling on negativity never did me any favours, I’m choosing to focus on the positive aspects of the year. And because I’m a single 20-something, of course that means HOT MEN.
On top of the fact that I’m chronically online for a living, I thought, who better to put together a list of the hottest men of the year? So I took on the strenuous, labourous task of scrolling through photos of 2025’s most stunning male celebs, and whew, I’m pleased to report that this list is OFF THE CHARTS. The world might be divided as heck, but let’s allow these pics to bring us together…shall we?
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I’m being dead serious when I say Austin Butler is the most drool-worthy male celebrity, possibly ever. When those Men’s Health photos of him came out this year, I audibly gasped and fell off my chair. If you could construct what a hot man looks like, it would look exactly like Austin.
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What is there to be said about Pedro Pascal that hasn’t already been said? The man turned 50 this year, and is proving that people truly do get riper with age. He may or may not have been my favourite part of The Fantastic Four: First Steps (annnnd the only thing I remember about that movie since seeing it).
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Of course I have to add the current Sexiest Man Alive title-holder, our Fiyero, Jonathan Bailey. As if the Wicked casting couldn’t get any more perfect, here he is. Jonathan truly is a treasure, and he is a real-life Disney prince.
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Speaking of Prince Charming, do yourself a favour and look at literally any photo of Regé-Jean Page. The man has an impossibly perfect face. Clearly Bridgerton knew what they were doing by hiring those two. All I know is, he’s gonna be the main reason I’m going to see You, Me & Tuscany next year.
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This year opened all our eyes to the beauty of David Corenswet (AKA Superman from, you know, Superman), and I’m eternally grateful. When I saw the movie with my sister, all we could do the entire time was lean over to each other every 5 minutes and whisper, “Oh my god, he’s so hot.”
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I’m pretty sure the whole internet would come for me if I didn’t include Bad Bunny on this list, and for good reason. Let’s just say he’s a showstopper in more ways than one, and I’m counting down the days until I can see him on my screen at the Super Bowl Halftime Show. Yes, it’s that serious.
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I have to shamelessly plug the fact that I came face-to-face Paul Mescal this year, because it gives me the absolute authority to tell you that, yes, he is just as hot IRL as he is on the internet. This Golden Globe nominee for Hamnet has my full attention, and my heart.
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We don’t talk about Charles Melton enough. Can I say that again? WE DON’T TALK ABOUT CHARLES MELTON ENOUGH. The man shines in every single film he’s in, including the A24 film Warfare from this year, and he is simply a beauty to watch in any respect. All hail the king, amirite?
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At the risk of including too many tall, dark, and handsome men on this list (can you tell I have a type?), Michele Morrone is the gift that keeps on giving. And if you don’t know who he is yet, hold your horses, because you certainly will now that The Housemaid is out. Let’s just say he kept me seated during Another Simple Favor, which, yes, also came out this year.
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Everyone and their mother knows that Michael B. Jordan is attractive beyond belief — he is a former Sexiest Man Alive winner, after all — but I’m here to report that he’s still alive, well, and HOT. You didn’t think I’d leave him out, did you?
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Believe it or not, Season 3 of The White Lotus premiered this year, in February 2025. So although the internet has moved on from discussing that show every day, we haven’t forgotten about how handsome Patrick Schwarzenegger is. His face, his hair…the man truly is the full package.
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You might know Lee Byung-hun from No Other Choice or Squid Game…or maybe you just know him from being one of the hottest men of the year. Whatever the case, you can’t deny it: At 55, the man is absolutely stunning and deserves his flowers.
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Another celebrity I was lucky enough to come face-to-face with this year is Jacob Elordi, during the premiere of Frankenstein (a bird pooped on me, and he definitely saw it. Anyway). Although he’s totally unrecognizable in the film, boy, did he take my breath away on that red carpet.
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Also in Frankenstein, I couldn’t possibly forget about Oscar Isaac. His face card is just remarkable, and deserves a whole award of its own. Dare I say, I think he might be the first celebrity to ever make me attracted to salt-and-pepper facial hair, and that’s a feat I didn’t know anyone could accomplish.
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And another hot celebrity with a dangerous face card? Damson Idris. He’s been famous for awhile, but gained a ton of popularity this year in the new F1 movie. All I know is, I’m a massive fan, and I give him a healthy Instagram stalk at least once a week.
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One of my biggest obsessions this year was Overcompensating, and specifically, I totally fell in love with Benito Skinner. He’s the gift that kept on giving (and I’m not just talking about the many shots of Benny’s abs in the show). If you’re not a huge fan of his, it’s time to wake up and join the train.
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We all had a massive Robert Irwin awakening this year, and that started with his Bonds underwear campaign back in April. Those photos are…wow. Simply wow. His Aussie accent is enough to top it all off. I’ve definitely missed seeing his face these past few weeks since Dancing with the Stars ended.
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Chris Briney has been a certified Gen Z heartthrob ever since the first season of The Summer I Turned Pretty…but he solidified his place on this list the moment that third season came out. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve replayed that 2-second clip of the candy cane falling out of his mouth (IYKYK). Thankfully, we’ll see more of him soon in the upcoming TSITP movie.
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I have thirsted over Role Model more times this year than I’d like to admit (and he may or may not have been the entire top 10 songs on my Apple Music Wrapped). But oh boy, did the man have a serious glow-up. If you don’t believe me, you absolutely will once Good Sex comes out, a romcom he’s starring in alongside Natalie Portman.
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Stare into Aaron Pierre‘s eyes for a minute, and I swear, you’ll start drooling. The actor has popped off lately, and ever since Mufasa came out at the end of 2024, I’ve been waiting for the chance to shout him out simply for being so freakin’ attractive. Plus, he’s a gem of a human being, which means he deserves even more love.
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Another show that popped off this year was FX’s Adults, which, yes I binged in absolutely no time. And I definitely gained a new celeb crush as a result: My fellow Canadian, Jack Innanen. Not only is he beautiful, but he’s also hilarious, both in the show and on social media. I’m a massive fan.
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Finally, Dev Patel makes my list of celeb crushes every single year, and 2025 is no exception. This year, he killed his performance in the psychological horror Rabbit Trap (and also stole all our hearts in the process), and I’m very much looking forward to seeing his face on my screen even more in 2026.
Who do you think was the hottest male celebrity of the year? Anyone I should add to this list? Tell me in the comments below!
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