From Timothée Chalamet to the 'Challengers' Cast -- Lookalike Contests are Taking over the World. Who Would We Love to See Next?

Andrea Marks Joseph READ TIME: 25 MIN.

Pedro Pascal


Pedro Pascal attends "Gladiator II" The Royal Film Performance and Global Premiere at Leicester Square on November 13, 2024 in London, England.
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The charm, the charisma, the effortlessly sensual energy–it sometimes feels like Pedro Pascal doesn't even notice how sexy he is, but surely he must know that everyone in the room turns towards him as he enters. We don't even mean because he's famous, but because the "Gladiator" actor carries such a warm, welcoming energy alongside his catch-your-breath irresistible sweetness (with a sexy salt 'n pepper beard and hair made for running your hands through) that turns to heat as soon as he comes closer. Lookalikes will need to perfect that sublime blend of casual and cool. This contest would be the biggest can't-miss event on our calendar!

Taylor Zakhar Perez


Taylor Zakhar Perez attends SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations Presents "Red, White, and Royal Blue" at Culver Theater on June 05, 2024 in Culver City, California.
Source: Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images for SAG-AFTRA Foundation)=


There is a possible Taylor Zakhar Perez lookalike contest happening in LA this December. This is excellent news for anyone who enjoys looking at hot people! It's terrible news for anyone competing for this award.

So much of Taylor Zakhar Perez's unparalleled hotness is about the fact that –even as you're looking at him– it seems impossible that anyone could be so gorgeous. The curls, the smile, the arms! What are his hands so big for? How does he go from a serious model pose to heated flirting to fully giggling on the red carpet within seconds? We love the way his fits at high-profile events play around with the image of himself as Prince Charming, front-row Fashion Week darling, sporty action hero, and flirtatious rom-com love interest by mixing it up each time, keeping us guessing. Who could possibly do it like him? Who would have the audacity to even claim such a thing? In the spirit of always being ready to see hot people, we would like to see the good people of Los Angeles try.

Nicholas Alexander Chavez


Nicholas Alexander Chavez attends Netflix's FYSEE Showcase photocall for "Monsters: The Lyle And Erik Menendez Story" at TUDUM Theater on November 02, 2024 in Hollywood, California.
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It's the duality and depth in every Nicholas Alexander Chavez performance and photoshoot that has us thirsting for him. Whether he's serving All-American boy, or moody, mysterious man of the cloth, there's always something seductive behind those eyes: Who could forget his cheekbones, cheekiness, and boyish haircut in "Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story." His performance as the young, modern, smoldering priest in "Grotesquerie" certainly made an impact on us. Anyone who even comes close to achieving this impressive combination, anyone walking around with an unmistakable, sculptural jawline, would be very welcome at our lookalike contest.

Emma D'Arcy


Emma D'Arcy attends the UK Premiere of "House Of The Dragon" Season 2 at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on June 10, 2024 in London, England.
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This nonbinary actor is so suave, and so breathtakingly handsome. A lot of their sexiness is based on the haircut and every stunning angle of their face, but their fierce, in-control, quietly powerful vibe (especially when they're in a room with their "House of the Dragon" co-star Olivia Cooke) contributes heavily to the way we adore them. This is a contest about looks, sure, but we do also need these hypothetical contestants to say "Negroni... Sbagliato.. With Prosecco in it" with as much smooth seduction dripping from their voice as possible, just to see who gives us the sexiest thrill.

Zane Phillips



Think of all the sculpted, muscular arms you would see at this contest! Surely it would have to be classified as a world heritage site, a monument to all things good and hot and holy. We can't help imagining all the Zane Phillips lookalikes arriving at this hallowed venue with their tans, their stubble, their thick thighs built by engaging in wholesome activities like scenic mountain hikes and riding other men. We would love to see butch lesbians compete in this event! Perfecting the Zane Phillips look is less about the piercing blue eyes, and more about how sturdy he looks, and the way his tanned skin makes you want to be outside with him all day, before going somewhere completely private all night.

Shawn Mendes


Shawn Mendes performs on Mundo Stage as part of the Rock In Rio Festival at Cidade do Rock on September 23, 2024 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Tattoos are optional for this one. Arriving with a guitar slung across your body is not compulsory, but a definite plus. The swooping hair, smile like sunshine breaking through the clouds, and showing up wearing something sleeveless or shirtless so that your arms are on display are must-dos. You don't have to be a singer-songwriter to win this contest, but we do need you to radiate Canadian singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes' vibe of remarkable inner peace, and his willingness to pour his heart into a song, preferably while shirtless.


by Andrea Marks Joseph

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