Idris Elba Named People's Sexiest Man Alive 2018 (PHOTOS)

People Magazine has named Idris Elba as their 2018 Sexiest Man Alive cover star. The British actor follows a long list of familiar faces who have landed the highly-coveted accolade, which People first launched in the early '90s and has since transformed in a cultural staple.

From actor Brad Pitt to athlete David Beckham, Elba joins A-list royalty who are not only recognized for their good genes, but also for their golden careers. To celebrate the actor's milestone, we rounded up career highlights and fun facts for the last decade of winners dubbed People's Sexiest Man Alive.

You can see past People's Sexiest Man Alive winners through the years below:

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2018 - Idris Elba

Idris Elba poses for Deadline's Studio Portrait Series at Sundance in Park City for his film "Yardie," on Jan. 20, 2018. (Michael Buckner/Deadline/REX/Shutterstock)

Age: 46

Occupation: Actor

Notable work: Heimdall in the Marvel films "Avengers: Infinity War" (2018), "Thor Ragnarok" (2017), "Avengers: Age Of Ultron" (2015), "Thor: The Dark World" (2013), "Thor" (2011). He also has appeared in "Molly's Game" (2017; film), "The Dark Tower" (2017; film), "The Jungle Book" "Finding Dory" (2016; film), (2016; Disney live-action film), "Zootopia" (2016; Disney animated film), "Beasts Of No Nation" (2015; film), "Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom" (2013; film), "Pacific Rim" (2013; film), "The Big C" (2010; TV), "The Office" (2009; TV). See more here.

Upcoming: Elba will star as Macavity in the film adaption of the hit Broadway musical "Cats" in 2019.

Fun Fact #1: The actor co-produced and sang on the intro. for rap icon Jay-Z's 2007 "American Gangster" album, according to his IMDB page.

Here is People Magazine's 2018 cover of Idris Elba as their "Sexiest Man Alive"

.@IdrisElba is PEOPLE's #SexiestManAlive 2018: It's 'an Ego Boost for Sure' https://t.co/zUiNS2FyqE pic.twitter.com/zLChsSQzeZ
— People (@people) November 6, 2018

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2017 - Blake Shelton

Blake Shelton performs at the CMA Music Festival, Nashville on Jan. 8, 2018 (Photo by Rick Diamond/REX/Shutterstock)

Age: 42

Occupation: Singer

Notable work: The country singer has been a full-time coach and judge for the hit TV competition "The Voice," starring in it since it's inception in 2011.

Upcoming: Recorded a new song for the 2018 TV movie "Time For Me To Come Home For Christmas"

Fun Fact #1: Shelton has never won a Grammy Award.

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2016 - Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson

Dwayne Johnson attends the 'Rampage' film premiere on April 4, 2018 in Los Angeles. (Rob Latour/Shutterstock)

Age: 46

Occupation: Actor

Notable work: "Ballers" (2015-2018; TV), "Skyscraper" (2018; film), "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle" (2018; film), "Moana" (2016; Disney animated film), "San Andreas" (2015; film), "Hercules" (2014; film), "Pain & Gain" (2013; film). See more here.

Upcoming: Disney's "Jungle Cruise" film in 2020.

Fun Fact #1: Johnson, formerly known to the public as "The Rock," began his career as a pro-wrestler in the WWF before becoming a bonafide Hollywood movie star.

Fun Fact #2: According to IMDB, Johnson is known for having a fear of spiders.

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2015 - David Beckham

David Beckham attends the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in Windsor on May 19, 2018. (REX/Shutterstock)

Age: 43

Occupation: Athlete (retired)

Notable work: Professional footballer for Manchester United, "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." (2015; film)

Current work: President of Inter Miami CF — a U.S. expansion soccer team

Fun Fact #1: Beckham's legs are reportedly insured for a cool $70 million.

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2014 - Chris Hemsworth

Chris Hemsworth attends the World Premiere of "Avengers: Infinity War"in Los Angeles on April 23, 2018. (Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP/REX/Shutterstock)

Age: 35

Occupation: Actor

Notable work: Thor in the Marvel films "Avengers: Infinity War" (2018), "Thor Ragnarok" (2017), "Avengers: Age Of Ultron" (2015), "Thor: The Dark World" (2013), "The Avengers" (2012; film),"Thor" (2011). Also stars in "The Huntsman: Winter's War" (2015; film), "Star Trek: Into Darkness" (2013; film), "Rush" (2013; film), "Star Trek" (2009; film). See more here.

Upcoming: Untitled Marvel Avengers movie slated for a 2019 release.

Fun fact #1: Gained 20 pounds for the role of Thor, according to his IMDB page.

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2013 - Adam Levine

Adam Levine poses in the press room at the 2016 American Music Awards at the Microsoft Theater, in Los Angeles (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP/REX/Shutterstock)

Age: 39

Occupation: Singer

Notable work: Levine has been a full-time coach and judge for the hit TV competition "The Voice," starring in it since it's inception in 2011.

Upcoming: Rumored for the film adaption of "Asbury Park." See more here.

Fun fact #1: Along with his band Maroon Five, Levine has taken home three Grammy Awards.

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2012 - Channing Tatum

Channing Tatum attends the "Kingsman: The Golden Circle" World premiere on Sept. 18, 2017. (Photo by Anthony Harvey/REX/Shutterstock)

Age: 38

Occupation: Actor

Notable work: "The Lego Batman Movie" (2017; animated film), "Foxcatcher" (2014; film), "22 Jumpstreet" (2014; film), "21 Jumpstreet" (2012; film),"Magic Mike" (2012; film), "Dear John" (2010; film), "Step Up" (2006; film). See more here.

Upcoming: "Gambit" (2020; film)

Fun fact #1: The actor got his big break after appearing in the music video for the chart-topping Ricky Martin song "She Bangs," according to his IMDB page.

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2011 - Bradley Cooper

Bradley Cooper attends the 66th San Sebastian Film Festival on Sept. 28, 2018 in Spain. (REX/Shutterstock)

Age: 43

Occupation: Actor

Notable work: "A Star Is Born" (2018; film actor & director), the voice of Rocket in the Marvel films "Avengers: Infinity War" (2018), "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2" (2014; film, 2017 sequel film), "American Sniper" (2014; film), "Serena" (2014; film), "American Hustle" (2013; film), "The Hangover" films (part 1 - 2009, part 2 - 2011, part 3 - 2013). See more here.

Upcoming: Untitled Marvel Avengers movie slated for a 2019 release.

Fun fact #1: Cooper has a child with supermodel Irina Shayk.

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2010 - Ryan Reynolds

Ryan Reynolds attends the "Deadpool 2" premiere in Japan on May 29, 2018. (Aflo/REX/Shutterstock)

Age: 42

Occupation: Actor

Notable work: "Deadpool" (2016; film, 2018; film sequel), "The Hitman's Bodyguard " (2017; film), "The Croods" (2013; animated film), "The Proposal" (2009; film). See more here.

Upcoming: Slated to appear as Wade Wilson in "Deadpool 3" and "X-Force" films.

Fun fact #1: Played Seth in the 1996 "Sabrina The Teenage Witch" TV series.

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2009 - Johnny Depp

Johnny Depp performs with his band, Hollywood Vampires, in concert at The Sands Event Center in Bethlehem, PA on May 21, 2018. (REX/Shutterstock)

Age: 55

Occupation: Actor

Notable work: Jack Sparrow in "The Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise from 2006- 2017, "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" (2016; film), "Dark Shadows" (2012; film), "Corpse Bride" (2005; Disney animated film), "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory " (2005; film), "Finding Neverland" (2004, film). See more here.

Upcoming: "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" (2018; film)

Fun fact #1: Was considered to play Pennywise in the recent "It" 2017 film remake, according to his IMDB page.

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2008 - Hugh Jackman

Hugh Jackman attends Montblanc's celebration of the 75th anniversary of Le Petit Prince at One World Observatory, in New York on April 4, 2018. ( Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP/REX/Shutterstock)

Age: 50

Occupation: Actor

Notable work: Plays Logan/The Wolverine in the "X-Men" film franchise from 2000 all the way through the standalone hit "Logan" in 2017. "The Greatest Showman" (2017; film), "Chappie" (2015; film) "Les Miserables" (2012; film), "Real Steel" (2011; film), "Van Helsing" (2004; film). See more here.

Upcoming: An undated film titled "The Good Spy"

Fun fact #1: In China, Jackman is known as simply "The Wolf" since his name is too difficult to pronounce, according to his IMDB page.

Lead photo by Taylor Jewell/Invision/AP/REX/Shutterstock for the 2018 Sundance Film Festival; All data sourced from IMDB.