John Krasinski reacts to being named PEOPLE's Sexiest Man Alive: “Maybe I’m being punked?”

John Krasinski shares his reaction to PEOPLE's title, reflecting on fame, family, and his journey in Hollywood.

John Krasinski, renowned for his roles in ‘The Office’ and ‘Jack Ryan,’ recently shared his comical reaction to being named PEOPLE’s Sexiest Man Alive. The actor admitted to an “immediate blackout” upon hearing the news, humorously wondering if he was being punked. Krasinski, well-loved for his down-to-earth humor, joked about breaking the news to his wife, Emily Blunt, and quipped that the title might mean he’ll have to pitch in with more household chores.
 

Reflecting on his roots, Krasinski looked back at his teenage years in Newton, Massachusetts, a time he described as filled with “lots of explosions happening in my brain and soul” as he explored his identity. He also recounted his early acting days, sharing how, after the first season of ‘The Office,’ he nearly returned to his job waiting tables before his career took off. A pivotal moment came when a fan in New York showed him an iPod and said, “Look! You’re on my iPod!”

In the interview, Krasinski delved into his physical transformation for ‘Jack Ryan’ and his work behind the camera with the directorial debut of ‘A Quiet Place.’ He also touched on the impact of his latest film, ‘IF,’ which involved his children in the production process, a decision that, he says, reshaped their understanding of his career and deepened family bonds. From his career milestones to navigating fatherhood and fame, Krasinski’s story is one of Hollywood success tempered with a strong sense of family and humor.