The 'Sexiest Man Alive,' finally recognized! Here is Patrick Dempsey

Actor Patrick Dempsey has been a familiar face on TV and in theatres since the 1980s. However, he is most famous for playing the role of Doctor Derek Shepherd in the series 'Grey's Anatomy' (2005-2021). For 2023, People magazine has elected him as the "sexiest man alive."

The actor ended up at the top of People's list despite his gray hair and 57 birthday candles. That's because he has a timeless charm.

Photo: People magazine's cover

“I was completely shocked,” Patrick Dempsey told the magazine, "my ego takes a little bump."

When the magazine contacted the actor to tell him the news, he believed it was a joke. Although he had appeared on the list of attractive celebrities before, this was the first time he had appeared at the top.

The actor and philanthropist is happy that the award has come at this time in his life and that he can use it for something positive - for example, to raise awareness of his own Cancer Care and Support Center in his native state of Maine.

His character in 'Grey's Anatomy' was the celebrity crush of many women on and off the screen. From the first episode, he got the nickname 'Doctor McDreamy.'

Although he stopped playing Dr. Derek Shepherd years ago, his charm hasn't gone out of fashion. His face on the cover of People's 'Sexiest Men' issue proves it.

Patrick Dempsey gets the title after Chris Evans, the 'Sexiest Man' in 2022.

In addition to the series 'Grey's Anatomy,' the actor is also known for films like 'Enchanted' (2007), 'Can't Buy Me Love' (1987), and 'Made of Honor' (2008).

People magazine has been awarding the title of 'sexiest man alive' since 1985 when it elected Mel Gibson. Patrick Dempsey is number 38 on a list of 34 names.

A few men won the title more than once: Johnny Depp, George Clooney, Brad Pitt, and Richard Gere.

It is worth noting that to join this coveted list it is not enough to be an attractive man. You must also excel in your profession and boast several successes.

In December 2023, Patrick Dempsey appears in the film 'Ferrari' directed by Michael Mann, in which he plays the Italian Formula 1 driver Piero Taruffi. The cast also includes Adam Driver, Sarah Gadon, and Penelope Cruz.

The actor was very interested in this project because he is passionate about racing cars. In fact, he himself approached the director to ask him to give him a part in the film.

As he explained to People magazine: "I’d been following the movie for years, so I called Michael and said, 'I want to discuss being a part of this,'. That taught me if you really want something, you have to do it yourself."

In addition to his work on set, the actor continues to collaborate with the Dempsey Center which he founded in tribute to his late mother. A non-profit organization, it helps cancer patients and their families.

On a personal level, the actor is married to Jillian Fink, a 57-year-old make-up artist, entrepreneur, and founder of a line of beauty products. Together they have three children: Tallulah, 21 years old, and the twins Sullivan and Darby, 16 years old.

"They keep me young," Patrick Dempsey said of his children. However, we know that he keeps fit not only thanks to his children but also thanks to his morning workouts in the gym and on the tennis court.