This is not just an award for famous pretty faces. Our nominees have those, but they also are on the rise, whether in their career, charity work that they do, or their other multiple talents. Oh, and they all have sick bodies, too. Rawr!
Joe ManganielloOne of People's sexiest men alive has been in lots of great TV shows: How I Met Your Mother, ER, CSI, and Medium, to name a few. However, it's his role of True Blood werewolf Alcide Herveaux that makes us howl.
Amber HeardThis two-time Maxim Top 100 babe and accomplished actress has the brains to match: She came out last December to show "what side of history" she's on. With smarts and looks, Amber is red HOT.
Archie PanjabiWith credits in Bend It Like Beckham, A Mighty Heart, and her Emmy-winning turn in The Good Wife, this UK-born actress makes us want to swim across the pond for more.
Ben CohenThis sexy UK Rugby star may be straight, but he sure loves the gays: He's embarked on a tour this year with GLSEN to spread tolerance among schools across the US. Oh, and if you haven't seen his calendar... Well, it's a winner.
Jesse WilliamsHe's modeled for Kenneth Cole and was Rihanna's love interest in "Russian Roulette", but his upcoming role in Joss Whedon's The Cabin in the Woods has us excited the most. That, or any shirtless scenes from his staff turn in Grey's Anatomy.
Sofia VergaraNevermind that this Emmy-nominated Hispanic actress is in one of our favorite shows (Modern Family)--just look at her! No really...can you believe what you're seeing? Yeah, we can't either. Is it hot in here?
