Hugh Jackman has beaten off competition from heartthrobs Brad Pitt, Zac Efron and Daniel Craig to be crowned the sexiest man alive by People magazine.

Recent pictures of the 6ft 2in Australian showing off his buff body on the beach are sure to have helped his cause.

Other hunks on the list include David Beckham and Gossip Girl star Ed Westwick.

But is Hugh the sexiest man alive? Check out the list and vote for your own the sexiest male below.

Get the pictures of the top 10 below