They say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Model scouts aside, a keen observer of this is the internet . They can tell if a person is beautiful, inside and out, from a mile away (okay, fine, a screen).
Recently, normal people on the internet banded together to vote on the hottest celebs over 40.
Get some water ready because this list is hot , hot, hot .
20th place: Brad Pitt, Matthew McConaughey, and Hugh Jackman
It should come as no surprise that the internet had a tough time choosing between these three fine men.
They are all talented actors who are attractive in different ways. Hugh has an accent that will make you melt and Brad has all-American good looks. Then, there’s Matthew who is looking alright, alright, alright.
19th place: Cate Blanchett
Cate Blanchet has been in Hollywood for a long time. Long enough to star in several Oscar-nominated films, such as Carol and The Aviator .
But not long enough to age, apparently! Even at 52, she has high-defined cheekbones and flawless skin.
18th place: Mads Mikkelsen
It’s hard not to be mad over Mads Mikkelsen. Maybe it’s the intense stare, those full kissable lips, or that flippant nature of his hair that seems as unruly as he is. Regardless, he looks like a bad boy that would be hard to resist.
17th place: Winona Ryder
The Stranger Things actress has many fans who are ride or dies. She’s had many incredible beauty moments over the years, like when she slayed the ’90s with her pixie cut and signature red lip.
16th place: Paul Rudd
If funny is an attractive trait to you, then Paul Rudd is your guy. He’s starred in several renowned comedy films over the years, such as Knocked Up , This Is 40 , and Role Models . People did well in choosing him as their 2021 Sexist Man Alive.
15th place: Charlize Theron
Smart, poised, and beautiful. That about sums up Charlize Theron, the former model that hails all the way from South Africa.
She’s lived a hard life (her father was abusive to her and her mother), but you would hardly know it from the way she carries herself.
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14th place: Elizabeth Hurley
Oh, Elizabeth. She’s an international sex symbol, most known for her roles in Austin Powers and Gossip Girl .
With stunning looks like hers, it’s impossible to figure out how Hugh Grant could’ve ever cheated on her.
13th place: David Tennant
The actor has certainly made his mark on the world. The evidence? Despite there being many doctors in the Doctor Who series, he’s a sure favorite. We even dare to say that Doctor McDreamy from Grey’s Anatomy has nothing on him.
12th place: Timothy Olyphant and Oscar Isaac
If you find Josh Duhamel attractive, you’re going to love Timothy Olyphant (they look similar, but Timothy is a few years older).
Then, there’s Oscar Isaac. As an actor, he has appeared in everything from Star Wars to Scenes From a Marriage . As a man, he is one fine specimen.
11th place: Gillian Anderson
The Crown actress may not have won the crown for being the hottest celeb over 40, but she’s still #winning.
She looks more beautiful now at 53 than she did a decade ago. We love to see it.
10th place: Gwen Stefani
Of course, someone as ageless as Gwen would make the list. She’s been a fashion icon since the ’90s, known for taking risks, such as coloring her hair every color under the sun. I personally love her.
9th place: Linda Cardellini
A huge part of what makes Linda so beautiful is how talented she is! She’s been in everything from Freaks and Geeks to Scooby-Doo to Daddy’s Home . You’ll see her soon when the third season of Netflix’s Dead to Me returns this fall.
8th place: Ewan McGregor
He is most certainly Scotland’s finest export. Just listen to the accent or watch any of the many movies he’s done.
Also attractive about him: he’s a feminist. He said that he took on the role of the Black Mask in Bird of Prey because it’s a feminist movie.
7th place: Jennifer Connelly
Lucky number seven! The actress first captured people’s hearts when she starred in the cult classic David Bowie film, Labyrinth. She’s maintained that status ever since (along with those fierce eyebrows). She’s an icon if I’ve ever seen one.
6th place: Kate Beckinsale
It’s hard to believe that the British actress is 48. She looks like she’s still in her twenties! Maybe that’s how she knows how to rock a red carpet (and your Instagram feed). Just check out some of her pictures to see what we mean.
5th place: Monica Bellucci
There’s a reason she’s been called the hottest Bond Girl ever. Just look at her! The sensuous Italian actress is aging gracefully at 57. She has even said that she doesn’t fear aging. We wouldn’t either if we were her.
4th place: Morena Baccarin
Ben McKenzie is one lucky man! Yes, The O.C. actor is married to the actress. They’ve been married since 2017 and they have one child together. You can catch her in Deadpool as Ryan Reynold’s wife.
3rd place: Salma Hayek and Thandiwe Newton
If anyone could snag a billionaire, it’s definitely Salma. She’s an absolute smoke show who embraces all her curves and gray hairs.
Thandiwe Newton is equally deserving of third place. She stole the show when she appeared on Westworld .
2nd place: Ming-Na Wen and Jennifer Beals
Ming-Na Wen is a real-life Disney princess — literally. She starred as Mulan in the 1998 Disney film. She’s also got the beauty and grace of a Disney princess.
Then, there’s Jennifer Beals who is also deserving of this spot. She looked fantastic as Madam Garsa in Book of Boba Fett .
1st place: Marisa Tomei
And finally, we come to the internet’s top pick for the hottest celeb over 40!
It was hard not to crush on her as Aunt May in Spider-Man , just as it’s equally hard to believe that the Oscar winner is 57!
