Jessica Alba Named Sexiest Woman in the World by FHM Readers

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jessica Alba, 25, star of the upcoming Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer, has been voted the sexiest woman in the world by readers of FHM. The Sin City star, who will celebrate her 26th birthday this weekend (April 28th), tops the list.

“Jessica Alba is a stunning California beauty with an exotic allure that is mesmerizing”

Last year’s American Idol runner-up, Katharine McPhee, placed second in her first appearance in the 100 Sexiest poll. Scarlett Johansson, who was No. 1 in 2006, dropped to No. 3 this year.

FHM's 100 Sexiest Women poll is recognized as the original, and largest, reader-generated listing of the sexiest women in the world. It is voted for entirely by FHM readers worldwide, with approximately eight million votes counted this year from all over the globe.

“Jessica Alba is a stunning California beauty with an exotic allure that is mesmerizing,” says FHM Online Editor-in-Chief Scott Kritz, adding, “there’s nothing sexier than a gorgeous super hero.”

McPhee, who debuted at No. 2, "captured our attention last year on American Idol,” says Kritz, “there is something incredibly sexy about a woman who can sing.”

The full results and photos are available at www.FHMonline.com/100sexiest.

Top Ranked Athlete: Maria Sharapova at No. 11

Top Ranked Model: Gisele Bündchen at No. 4

Top Woman over 40: Halle Berry at No. 16

Youngest: Hillary Duff, age 19

FHM 100 Sexiest Women 2007: Top Ten

1	Jessica Alba Last Year: 3
2	Katharine McPhee Last Year: New Entry
3	Scarlett Johansson Last Year: 1
4	Gisele Bundchen Last Year: 83
5	Alessandra Ambrosio Last Year: 56
6	Jessica Biel Last Year: 16
7	Andriana Lima Last Year: 27
8	Angelina Jolie Last Year: 4
9	Keira Knightley Last Year: 5
10	Marisa Miller Last Year: 22

The complete list:

1. Jessica Alba

2. Katharine McPhee

3. Scarlett Johansson

4. Gisele Bündchen

5. Alessandra Ambrosio

6. Jessica Biel

7. Adriana Lima

8. Angelina Jolie

9. Keira Knightley

10. Marisa Miller

11. Maria Sharapova

12. Mayra Veronica

13. Kate Beckinsale

14. Jennifer Love Hewitt

15. Jessica Simpson

16. Halle Berry

17. Elisha Cuthbert

18. Salma Hayek

19. Eva Longoria

20. Erica Durance

21. Christina Aguilera

22. Carmen Electra

23. Vida Guerra

24. Mandy Moore

25. Beyoncé Knowles

26. Eva Mendes

27. Alyssa Milano

28. Shakira

29. Leeann Tweeden

30. Charlize Theron

31. Natalie Portman

32. Katherine Heigl

33. Brooke Burke

34. Rachel McAdams

35. Evangeline Lilly

36. Jennifer Aniston

37. Jenna Jameson

38. Penelope Cruz

39. Hilary Duff

40. Jennifer Lopez

41. Lindsay Lohan

42. Jenny McCarthy

43. Torrie Wilson

44. Fergie

45. Mariah Carey

46. Heidi Klum

47. Kristin Kreuk

48. Kristin Cavallari

49. Reese Witherspoon

50. Jaime Pressly

51. Morgan Webb

52. Lucy Liu

53. Jennifer Garner

54. Sarah Michelle Gellar

55. Vanessa Marcil

56. Shania Twain

57. Petra Nemcova

58. Gwen Stefani

59. Tera Patrick

60. Keeley Hazell

61. Anne Hathaway

62. Cameron Diaz

63. Tricia Helfer

64. Pamela Anderson

65. Megan Fox

66. Kate Bosworth

67. Paris Hilton

68. Catherine Zeta-Jones

69. Kari Byron

70. Elizabeth Hurley

71. Kate Walsh

72. Nicole Kidman

73. Teri Hatcher

74. Amanda Beard

75. Olivia Wilde

76. Beth Ostrosky

77. Victoria Silvstedt

78. Amy Smart

79. Amanda Bynes

80. Lacey Chabert

81. Ana Beatriz Barros

82. Heather Graham

83. Uma Thurman

84. Natalie Gulbis

85. Danica Patrick

86. Josie Maran

87. Sienna Miller

88. Rachel Bilson

89. Sophia Bush

90. Kate Hudson

91. Faith Hill

92. Rachelle Leah

93. Naomi Watts

94. Mischa Barton

95. Kristanna Loken

96. Kelly Clarkson

97. Christina Milian

98. Denise Richards

99. Kelly Ripa

100. Ali Larter