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Adam Sandler thought he’d been named People's Sexist Man Alive while being presented with Icon Award

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Published 11:01 19 Feb 2024 GMT

Adam Sandler thought he’d been named People's Sexist Man Alive while being presented with Icon Award

The actor thought he'd won the Sexiest Man Alive award after the hilarious 'mix-up' at the People's Choice Awards

Chelsea Connor

Chelsea Connor

Comedian Adam Sandler made a hilarious mix up after thinking he'd won the Sexiest Man Alive award at this year's People's Choice Awards.

When you think of Adam Sandler, what's the first thing that comes to your mind apart from 'tap-tap-taparoo'? Yep, it's that he's the sexiest man alive.

And it seemed he was finally getting recognition at this year's People's Choice Awards on Sunday (February 18)... Or so he thought.

The 57-year-old Big Daddy actor made his acceptance speech with his best friend and regular co-star Jennifer Aniston standing to the side and applauding after handing him the well-deserved award.

Well, it turns out Sandler may have mis-heard a few things, and in true Adam Sandler style, decided to use it as a comedic prompt.

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The actor actually won the People's Icon Award, but couldn't resist laying out a short skit for the audience.

At the beginning of his acceptance speech, Sandler said there had been some 'miscommunications' about the win.

The actor won the prestigious Icon award.
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He told the audience that while he was out driving, his agent called to say he'd be winning the Icon Award, however Sandler misheard this and thought he said 'Sexiest Man Alive.'

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He said: “My name is Adam Sandler and I am the sexiest man alive, can I get a hell yeah?” he began, reading his original pre-written speech as the audience rippled with laughter.

He continued: “To the PEOPLE Magazine’s academy members of hotness and sexual attractiveness I would like to say thank you for recognizing me as the man who made our entire country the horniest this year and was by far the most-talked-about person in the bedroom by couples or throuples during fantasy role plays and sloppy time. Can I get another hell yeah?

“I am trying to be gracious, PEOPLE Magazine, but I have to admit three words keep popping into my head right now: ‘It's about freaking time!’

“For decades, Adam Sandler has been waiting patiently on the sexy bench.”

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It was revealed back in January that Sandler would be receiving the recognition award this year after 30 years of making us laugh and starring in some of the best comedies of all time, including Happy Gilmore, Mr Deeds and 50 First Dates.

Jennifer Aniston presented the award.
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Jen Neal, executive vice president of lives and specials at NBCUniversal Entertainment, announced the star's win, saying: “Adam Sandler has been a fixture in the industry for decades, entertaining us since he got his start on Saturday Night Live more than 30 years ago, from Billy Madison to Mr. Deeds, his unforgettable characters have endured the test of time and left their mark on audiences for generations.

"We’re excited to honor him with this year’s People’s Icon Award.”

Featured Image Credit: Mark Von Holden/NBC via Getty Images/Rich Polk/NBC via Getty Images

Topics: Adam Sandler, Celebrity, News

Chelsea Connor
Chelsea Connor

Chelsea is a Journalist for UNILAD. Before this she worked as a Journalist and Comedy Writer for seven years, working for companies such as Newsquest, NationalWorld and Samahoma Productions. She became a qualified journalist back in 2017, completing a NCTJ at Liverpool City College.

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