The moment we laid eyes on Regé-Jean Page [1], it was all over. Between his roles as Chicken George on Roots, Leonard Knox on For the People, and Simon Basset on the upcoming Netflix series Bridgerton [2], it's hard not to be drawn in by Regé-Jean's piercing gaze and dazzling smile. The 30-year-old British-Zimbabwean actor is so charming, he could even make reading the phonebook a work of art.
Not only is Regé-Jean devastatingly handsome, he's also witty on social media [3]. We came for the thirst traps on his Instagram, but stayed for the hilarious captions and uplifting posts. That's right — Regé-Jean frequently takes the time to speak out about topics that are important to him like representation and toxic masculinity. When they say "Get you a man who can do both," they mean Regé-Jean. If all the recent Bridgerton (which premieres on Dec. 25) content [4] has left you thirsting after this gentleman, the pictures ahead will surely leave you satisfied.
It's Like He's Staring Into Our Souls
Just look at that smoulder.
Even When He's Not Looking at the Camera, He's Hot
All eyes are absolutely on him.
We'll Just Leave This Here
Just look at his adorable smile! It should be illegal to look this good.
Imagine This Was Waiting For You
We'd be lying if we said we wouldn't run to him in a heartbeat.
Help, We've Gotten Lost in His Eyes
Then again, we might just want to stay here a while.
He Could Light Up a Room With His Grin
He could also light up world, who needs sleep?
Call Him Page . . . Regé-Jean Page
We need a couple of martinis, shaken not stirred, immediately.
He's Ready to Fight For Your Honour at Any Moment
We love a man that can pull off 19th century attire.
'Cause He's Got One Hand in His Pocket . . .
And the other one is firmly holding onto our hearts.
He's Happy to See You've Made It This Far
If only we were the reason behind this amazing smile.
And the Smoulder Is Back
Only this time it looks like he's been waiting for us at a party. Sorry it took so long, but we're here and ready to dance the night away.
He Knows He Looks Good
His eyes say it all.
He Might Be a Duke on Bridgerton, but He Is a King in Our Hearts
He even has the crown to prove it.
Just One More Smile Before You Go
This is the image that will live rent-free in our brains for the foreseeable future.