Photo SpecialBen Affleck Soars to Sexy
He's tall, dark and handsome – and, according to those closest to him, he's also funny, smart and loyal to a fault. With all those outstanding qualities – and that killer smile – it's no wonder Ben Affleck is PEOPLE's Sexiest Man Alive for 2002. Take a peek at his rise to superstardom!
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Updated: Saturday Apr 03, 2004 | 01:00 AM EST By: By Lucy Maher
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Saving the World
Affleck went beefcake in 1998's Armageddon. Director Michael Bay had his star's teeth capped and hired a trainer to bulk him up. The result? More than $500 million in worldwide earnings and a major career boost for Tinseltown's newest sex symbol.
