58 UP FRONT
Police conducting a criminal investigation swarm Michael Jackson's Neverland ranch in California
62 Upbeat after a shark attack, Bethany Hamilton gets set to surf again
64 Once known as Seinfeld's hefty mailman, Wayne Knight slims down and recasts his life
66 No stranger to scandal, Paris Hilton says she regrets her role in a naughty video
68 Who woulda thunk? Hunks! Suddenly, the Average Joes vying for Melana Scantlin have new competition
178 Romance
The Bachelor's Bob Guiney makes his pick while Trista and Ryan put the finishing touches on plans for their wedding
187 Angels
Pam Koner and her New York pals send love (and groceries) by the boxful to an Illinois town in need
189 Update
Singing superstar LeAnn Rimes savors marital bliss and a new release of her greatest hits at 21
201 Song
With a second hit, "White Flag," British singer Dido surrenders to fame
203 In Court
Scott Peterson is headed for trial—and a battle for his life
206 Scene
Less was more at Victoria's Secret annual fashion show
MAILBAG 4
PEOPLE.COM 7
STAR TRACKS 10
SCOOP 21
PICKS & PANS 29
INSIDER 57
PASSAGES 177
STYLE WATCH 193
PUZZLER 198
CHATTER 208
SEXIEST MAN ALIVE
71 Introduction
Meet the guys—some you'll know, some you'll want to know more about
72 The Sexiest Man Alive
He refuses to play up his leading man looks, but that's only partly why Johnny Depp is this year's choice
80 The Top 10
Ten guys—10 reasons we love each one
95 Are They Hot!
Celebs tell us who they think is just about perfect
102 Simply the Best
You'll agree too—these men are the cream of the crop
138 Dirty Boyz
They dress down, even when their girls doll up
140 For Love or Money?
Just what do his high-profile dates see in Flavio Briatore?
144 Cable Guys
Your guide to some of the best-looking men on TV
156 Metrosexiness
Celebs admit to enjoying manicures, pedicures and facials
161 Sexy Singers
These guys let their music speak for them
174 The Short List
They're all 5'8" and under—but tall on talent
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