People magazine and Jimmy Kimmel last night bestowed one of the world's most coveted honors on Chris Hemsworth, revealing the star of Thor and The Avengers as this year's Sexiest Man Alive.

The announcement was made on Jimmy Kimmel Live, where the host asked the disguised actor a series of questions before finally divulging his identity. People has also debuted the cover of the new issue -- prominently featuring Hemsworth, of course -- and a video in which the actor talks about the honor.