People Magazine Names Depp Sexiest Man (modified)

AP-E ^ | Nov 20, 2003 | Anon

[OESY]

NEW YORK - People magazine has named Johnny Depp the "Sexiest Man Alive 2003," saying the actor, known for his "brooding eccentricities," has mellowed since becoming a father.

Depp, star of this year's "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl," has two young children with his girlfriend, French actress and pop singer Vanessa Paradis.

"Because he arrived at his new, happy place without selling out, without becoming slick or packaged or politically correct, he is a hero to his fans and an idol to his young co-stars," People says in its Dec. 1 issue.

The 40-year-old actor is known for hiding under layers of hats and blankets in his private life and behind oddball characters in his films, the magazine said. "But he is finally coming to terms with his own charisma..." Almost.

Depp has denied comments he made were meant to be "anti-American". The 40-year-old star was quoted as saying America was "like a dumb puppy that has big teeth than can hurt".

The actor had also been quoted saying that the US was a "broken toy", and that he would urge his French-based children to explore it and then "get out".

In an apology issued by his publicist, the Kentucky-born Depp said his comment was referring to the US being a young, growing nation compared to Europe.

He added that he now lived in France because his wife, the singer Vanessa Paradis, was French, not because he had renounced his citizenship.

The actor said he was "an American. I love my new country and have great hopes for it.

"My deepest apologies to those who were offended, affected, or hurt by this insanely twisted deformation of my words and intent," he said so eloquently.

Depp also has starred in "Edward Scissorhands," "What's Eating Gilbert Grape," "Sleepy Hollow" and "Chocolat." His upcoming movies include "J.M. Barrie's Neverland." A media mogul, who asked for confidentiality, said, "You can't make this stuff up."

People magazine named Michael Jackson first runner-up.

[So Cal Rocket]

Once again, People Magazine snubs So Cal Rocket.

[Lijahsbubbe]

No way. He looks like he doesn't bathe. He sure doesn't beat this guy!

[sauropod]

Depp is a metrosexual. One would expect the captain of a pirate ship to be a big, burly man. Depp was a little wimp, no matter how much make-up and costume they put on him.

Plus, he's anti-American.

[Dr. Scarpetta]

Not only is he not the "Sexiest Man Alive 2003," he shouldn't have even been on the list.

[Lijahsbubbe]

LOL. Did you submit your picture?

[LisaMalia]

It coulda been worse. They could have selected Alec Baldwin.

[stanz]

The poll wasn't about most patriotic. It was about sex appeal. I think Depp is pretty sexy- - -slightly built or not. Can't think of anyone else offhand who comes close.

[FeliciaCat]

Coin is a MAJOR Hottie!!! yum.

[FeliciaCat]

oops..should read "Colin"!!! (he's so hot, I cant even type...)

[Moleman]

He looks and acts like a sissy. Did Moleeman get any mention :-)

[buffyt]

I find him quite sexy. I think Russell crowe is very sexy, too. I probably wouldn't agree with a word that came out of their mouths, but then, I don't want them TO TALK TO! (Dirty old woman moment here!)

[buffyt]

Colin was a big Paul Wellstone supporter. Not that it matters when talking only of sexiness.... LOL

[sauropod]

I would have thought you would have picked Mel Gibson or Russell Crowe.

[veronica]

People magazine named Michael Jackson first runner-up.

Say what???

[buffyt]

Let me be the first to nominate So Cal Rocket for sexiest man alive next year!

(You can mail me the check later!)

[xp38]

Plus he lives in France which he says he loves and has great hopes for it. nuff said

[buffyt]

No way, it has to be a MAN!

[halfdome]

Johnny Depp is the antithesis of metrosexual.

[holdmuhbeer]

yeah, holdmuhbeer got slighted also.