Will Ferrell’s Hilarious Take on Losing the Sexiest Man Alive Title to John Krasinski

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Will Ferrell brings laughs and charm to his failed campaign for Sexiest Man Alive, all while keeping his sense of humor intact.

Will Ferrell’s attempt to claim PEOPLE’s 2024 Sexiest Man Alive title didn’t exactly go as planned. Despite his best efforts, which included a very public campaign, the title ended up going to The Office star John Krasinski. But don’t expect Ferrell to be sulking about it—because he definitely isn’t!

In a recent Today show appearance, Ferrell was asked about his failed campaign to become the Sexiest Man Alive, which he had mentioned the year before. “I got zero votes,” he joked, not missing a beat. While co-host Savannah Guthrie playfully told him she would’ve voted for him, Ferrell wasn’t so sure about his chances next year. “Maybe I need to do a preemptive photoshoot and pay for some billboards around L.A. and New York to get it going that way,” he said, showing that when it comes to humor, Ferrell’s got it down.

Will Ferrell Jokes He Shouldn't Have Lost to John Krasinski for PEOPLE's Sexiest Man Alive: 'I Don't Get It!' https://t.co/kFXhmIRWcW

— People (@people) January 28, 2025

The conversation turned to who won the title this year, and after a brief moment of forgetfulness (awkward!), Ferrell was reminded that Krasinski had snagged the crown. “I don’t get it,” Ferrell admitted, with his usual self-deprecating humor. “OK, alright,” he continued. “I don’t know. I don’t get it.” But he took it all in stride.

Though Ferrell may not understand why Krasinski won, the two share a special bond from The Office. Ferrell briefly played Deangelo Vickers, a character who took over the Dunder Mifflin office after Steve Carell’s departure, so maybe it’s that charming “office manager” vibe that did it for Krasinski!

John Krasinski has been crowned PEOPLE’s Sexiest Man Alive 2024. pic.twitter.com/gIf1E5SKEO

— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) November 13, 2024

Ferrell also discussed his new movie You’re Cordially Invited, where he stars alongside Reese Witherspoon. The film, which hits Prime Video on January 30, follows two people who accidentally double-book the same venue for their weddings. Ferrell joked that he and Witherspoon are “the pairing you didn’t know you needed to see.”

While Ferrell may not have walked away with the title of Sexiest Man Alive, he’s still winning hearts with his charm, humor, and ability to laugh at himself. Looks like Ferrell’s campaign might be over—but who knows? There’s always next year!