Wednesday, November 18, 2009

A familiar ring to it

Johnny Depp took the top title this year but Jake was one of the honorees and in the running for People's Sexiest Man Alive


JAKE GYLLENHAAL

"Jake is the kind of guy who can do a spot-on impression of someone you work with that will make you giggle," raves Brothers costar Natalie Portman about the 28-year-old. "He plays guitar and has a great voice. Kids and dogs love him. He loves his mom and sister and girlfriend. He's perfect. Too bad he's ugly."

There is something in his picture for People that caught my eye and got me immediately. And its right in the forefront. Where did Jake's pinky ring come from? Or come back from? OK My Bad. It's an old picture. Thanks for the correction.



Always seems there is a short list of guys who pull the pinky ring off . Rappers, Regis Philbin and Ringo Starr.



Since they used an old picture of Jake, I'm posting my choice of sexiest pictures of Jake. What's yours?

74 comments:

pinky rings are tacky said...

Well I think he said that he bought the ring for himself when he was asked about it several years ago. It didn't "come back". That photo is not new. If you check the IHJ galleries under misc. photo shoots, the pics were added back in 2/2006. I would assume it's from an earlier photoshoot sometime in 2005, I didn't have time to check but he wore it in 2005 along with some other rings and other jewelery that he stopped wearing, except for the now you see it now you don't chain.

Can see the ring a lot during promo for Proof, Jarhead and BBM in '05, i think that's when the pic was taken.

Special K said...

He did buy rings for himself including a black diamond ring that he referred to as an engagement ring to himself.

But this picture didn't look like it comes from 2006. Why? Well Jake has matured since then. His beard is different. And why would People use a stock picture from 3 years ago for one of their finalist?

Maybe it is an old picture. But then again - why would People pick a picture that has him wearing rings he hasn't worn in years?

Old picture said...

Here is the link to the IHJ gallery - the picture is from an old photoshooting.

People picture

People magazine LOL said...

What girlfriend?

Special K said...

Hey my bad. Thanks for finding it.

Special K said...

Love "too bad he's ugly" from Gemma. Bet they had a lot of laughs working together.

:) said...

From Natalie.

Special K said...

Ok I give up today, I don't know where my head is.

pinky rings are tacky said...

The comment was from Natalie not Gemma. This is not the first time People used an old Photo of Jake.

Special K said...

Yeah Yeah I know. And as I said, I basically give up today, I don't know where my head is at. I think I need to get that first cup of coffee.

Special K said...

Ahhh hot caffeine you magic elixor. All will be better now.

This was not Jake's year to take the Title.

Wanna make a bet next year with PoP, he's going to get it?

:) said...

People's list is 80% business and 20% sexiness - Jake's #3 is promotion for PoP.

ONTD comments said...

SEXIEST MAN ALIVE is.....

list said...

This list of #sexiestmenalive isn't in order, save for our cover star - just a preview of who is in the issue http://ow.ly/Dnl6

http://twitter.com/peoplemag

m said...

I don't understand why they used such an old picture. And why a quote from Natalie and not the beard. This is the first I ever heard of him playing guitar.

As for sexy pictures, nothing tops Jake smiling in a flirty way at Austin at Lakers1. Jake looks like he is going to ravage Austin at any moment. They both looked sexy as all get out that day.

Special K said...

M - I love the Lakers pictures too. And love they both look a little rumpled already. ;)

Totally agree Jake looks like he's going to ravage Austin. Don't think Austin minds.

The bedhead pictures just make me think that there was some a little naughty before those too. Espcially the smirk on Austin's face. Kind of like picture of Jake's legs wrapped around Austin does.

Brothers said...

@thekingbulletin Yeah I am, I'll get around to it. Good not great. Impressed by Gyllenhaal more than Maguire.

Kristopher Tapley posts on incontention.com and loves ‘Crazy Heart’ trailer.

Former Tber said...

From pevious thread:

(Still wondering if Jake has ever taken a trip to show support for our troops?)

Passingby it's understood, You are more of an Austin fan, OK. Have you ever thought that Jake may not like any of these wars and want nothing to do with them.
Why don't you join one of the armed services for your country, that would help don't you think?
Was it Kennedy who said "Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for YOUR country. Anything about those wars are a serious decision, so please don't make judgement on anothers reasons, action or non action towards them.

prairiegirl said...

I can never get over how some people on the blogs know Jake’s picture shoots so well. I’m good for the Laker pics and a few others but that’s it.

Okay, I go to People.com and I see Johnny Depp is Sexiest Man of the Year. I thought everyone was saying it was the Twilight guy? Did I miss something?

And yet another reason for me to not see Brothers now. Natalie Portman quoted as saying Jake loves his girlfriend.

What in the heck?? They all hang together, don’t they? Everyone watches the other’s backs in HW, I guess, even if it means you lie. All I can say is that’s all I’m going to say. I am just flabberghasted at how this whole thing gets more tangled up in deception every day.

And what else is hilarious? That everyone else says it but the man himself! Natalie Portman has to say in the rag that he loves his girlfriend. Lol. And Jake has yet to say anything. Unstinkinbelievable.

I’m waiting, Jake. Let’s hear it. I want to hear it, see it, or read it. Let’s move it. And then I can permanently move along.

Oh, and a keeper today! Breakfast casserole was awesome!!!! Everyone have a good afternoon. I'm just elated that it's not raining. Back to work - I'm cheating right now but I better stop, lol.

destiny said...

Jake hiding behind women again. And notice that Natalie only mentions women, not his dad or Peter. Because we all know Jake can't possibly love any men, even family.

Why is People using such an old photo? I guess they don't think Jake is looking too good lately either.

And why didn't Pattinson win? Maybe it has to do with the fact he's already on so many covers they wanted someone else? Or they think their audience is older and not as interested in him?

destiny said...

Supporting our soldiers, and showing it by doing a USO show, has nothing to do with whether you support the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. I would guess that people who do these USO shows fall all over the polical spectrum

passingby said...

Supporting our troops, the men and woman who willingly stand in support of our country has zero to do with supporting war.

These people protect our freedoms in this country and they do so for little pay and way less thought by the average american.

Perhaps more attention would be given to them if joining the armed forces was required of all americans, if there was a draft.

It amazing to me how Hollywood continues to use the soldiers and their stories for material and how little the industry does to support them.

The days when or actors and actresses inlisted, when Elvis served as did many others are long gone. The days in which Bob Hope and many talented names came out to show their support is no longer as important.

I won't say all a-list stars, because many have shown their support.........Just not Jake.

I actually came to this board because I supported & followed Jake. I thought he was a bright, geniune young star in a jaded industry. Now I think he is a phony as they come, waiting for his next big paycheck and perhaps a golden statue at some point.

If I had access to the things these stars do, the money they make and the time on my hands.
I couldn't imagine working on two war movies which showed the effects of war on two young men and not wanting to show my support for the actual soldiers who are experiencing this firsthand.

Former tber said...

I won't say all a-list stars, because many have shown their support.........Just not Jake.

I actually came to this board because I supported & followed Jake. I thought he was a bright, geniune young star in a jaded industry. Now I think he is a phony as they come, waiting for his next big paycheck and perhaps a golden statue at some point.

^^ And, many have NOT. They don't have to speak on it. Why not Tobey speaking on it since it's his character who is actually in the military, Not Jakes charactor? Not a word from you about Tobey. Why?

Austin is not a phony? Or is it you who thinks Austin's relationship with Sophia is real?
Are you saying he's not bearding and Jake is bearding?
Let's see, Jake and Austin were together but now Jake is a phony and bearding with Reese. Now Austins in a real relationship with S and she's his girlfriend.
OK, I get it.
Just don't see your logic of Austin now being into women and Jake fate is to be Gay all his life. LOL

Oh Austin is geninue alright.
LMAO
I think Jake is not the only one Jaded.

passingby said...

Right now Jake is living a hextro life with Reese. That's the impression and the image he has put forward. His co-star is talking up how much he loves his mother, sister and girlfriend.
He is spending all his downtime with Reese, even if it is for apperences.

I'm not even interested in the logic are they or aren't they anymore. I think Jake is phony because he has become part of the image crazy A-list crowd. He is guarded and overly planned out.
Not willing to go on the record about anything, not willing to show his character, he is vanilla.

I think Toby M could also do some good and visit the troops, I stated that earlier.

As for Austin, he is still accessible, still willing to get real in his interviews, still willing to make a fool of himself with his answers. Still driving himself around, still walking the streets like everyone else, still flying on the same planes as everyone else. No body-guard required, no handler to push away those around him.

I personally think that Jake's relationship with Reese is legit.
But they are very much in the mix when it comes to playing the A-list game and not being real, selling an image.

As I think Austin & Sophia's is as well, just that I think they are way more grounded and real. Less worried about who says what and why.

Reese couldn't deal with a public divorce or the truth of her husbands cheating was becoming public, she kept it under-wraps for way longer just to keep up an image.

Sophia kicked her cheat to the curb.
Reese would never date as many co-stars as Sophia, she would be to fearful about her image.

It seems Jake isn't allowed to speak Reese or the kids names, ever.

Austin has no problem talking about sophia, he just won't answer questions about the nature of the relationship.

If Jake ever said he was just at the party to drink the free tequilla, Reese would make sure he didn't speak again.

Reese & Jake would goto out and do something like USO or support for local police officer who lost his life together. They would never sit next to the other like that, they are much to guarded.

F tber said...

Well, My take on things is that if Austin gets the chance to be and A-Lister, look out. He would do all he needs to do to become one. Just as some were swooning over him for not bearding. Now he's with Sophia all the time Bearding or Real, his intentions is to make it seem real.
And why not speak on his girlfriend, what's wrong with that if she is his girlfriend? Jake is being blasted for be guarded and not speaking about Reese, but when Austin does The Same Thing, it's different?

Like I said, If given the chance Look Out. And it's started. Small steps.

F tber said...

Well, My take on things is that if Austin gets the chance to be and A-Lister, look out. He would do all he needs to do to become one. Just as some were swooning over him for not bearding. Now he's with Sophia all the time Bearding or Real, his intentions is to make it seem real.
And why not speak on his girlfriend, what's wrong with that if she is his girlfriend? Jake is being blasted for be guarded and not speaking about Reese, but when Austin does The Same Thing, it's different?

Like I said, If given the chance Look Out. And it's started. Small steps.

F tber said...

^^ sorry for the double post.

Best Week Ever said...

People Magazine has revealed their Top 15 Sexiest Men Alive. Not on the list? Perhaps the sexiest actor out there, Mad Men’s Jon Hamm. Allow us to walk you through this list, analyzing each of the lucky Top 15, and grading them the only way we know how… with (John) Hamms.

3. Jake Gyllenhaal. Look, we like Jake Gyllenhaal. He’s a great guy! And we know he has no say over these sorts of lists, and probably hates being on them, and probably hates his publicist for putting him on them. That being said, we are here to judge this list. Sadly, we are forced to give JG the following rating, because really, there are other people who deserve to be on here.


Rating: 3 Hamms

:) said...

I'm not even interested in the logic are they or aren't they anymore.

Passingby,

All you're interested in is selling Reeke fauxmance as "legit couple" - just like other babblers who post here.

:) said...

babbler, trolly, babbler, babbler, troll, babbler... <-- put a cork in it for once

real :) said...

Don't count on that.

Special K said...

You know what is interesting about Natalie's quote, that's it's kind of generic. Like it could have been said several years ago or said recently. There is nothing that could tie it to one specific time or person he's involved with.

:) said...

I bet "Natalie's quote" was provided by Jake's PR team.

review said...

As for the film [Brothers] itself, well, I wasn’t as impressed as Pete Hammond was, but I do think it fits nicely in what has become a great trio of Middle East war films this year. I was less enthusiastic about Tobey Maguire’s performance than I was by Jake Gyllenhaal’s more natural portrayal. In fact, it seems that every time I see Gyllenhaal in something, I’m reminded of how underrated he is as an actor.

The real story of the film, however, is the casting of Bailee Madison and Taylor Geare, two absolutely amazing young girls who knock it out of the park. Much credit is due to Sheridan, of course, who has shown in the past his ability to get great performances out of children. But these two ladies have talent to spare. It was a really nice surprise.

U2 enters the race for Best Original Song with ‘Winter’ from Jim Sheridan’s ‘Brothers’

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Migraine Headache said...

Said, What is your problem? You seem to rush to counter anyones point of view, and I mean with the quickness, and try to dispell anything or any idea of Jake not being gay. Posters here already have decided were they stand with Jake's sexuality, pro gay, pro non gay or bi. Nothing but mare opinions, that's all. Nobody's mind have changed, but they still have a voice as long as it's respectful. No need to guard the gates. sheesh

Ang Lee said...

I will never ever forget how he said nothing and continues to say nothing about the death of Heath

^^^
You need to seek Help immediately.

copy, paste said...

I hear you passingby. I will never ever forget how he said nothing and continues to say nothing about the death of Heath, his most IMPORTANT and famous co-star (sorry, Jake--it isn't Tobey or Natalie). Isn't he Matilda's godfather? You know he never sees that kid. And yet so many of Heath's co-stars, even Anne Hathaway (she may have bad taste in men--so do I--but she's a mensch), have spoken about him. That's the big reason why Jake won't do interviews--he'll piss in his pants if someone goes off the script and asks him about Heath. He is never genuine offscreen--not for one moment. And it's a pity because I think THAT would make him far more popular and certainly make people take him more seriously, believe it or not.

Florida Tom said...
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dr Freud said...

You need to seek Help immediately.

You need to get lost immediately.

Florida Tom said...

Congratulations to Kansas City Royals pitcher Russ Grienke 2009 American League Cy Young Award winner. How about them Royals.

Loves his Girlfriend. How about loves his wife. Go ahead Jake marry her. I would laugh my ass off.

Florida Tom said...

Natalie has covered for Jake before. Remembeer the fake date when he bought her the flowers. they are friends but this now in my eyes makes Natalie a Homophobe also.

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Florida Tom said...

I wanna be careful how I say this but I dont think PoP will put Jake on any most sexy list at all. But I do think it will increase the gay rumors more than ever. Pirates 4 is in the works. PoP will never see 2. Until Jake stops being a gay Homophobe his career will go no where. That is my prediction

Florida Tom said...

I just saw Penelope Cruz's interview on Letterman. Letterman asked her is she was engaged. She said she doesnt talk about her private life in public but she does not lie about her private life in public. She said that is a sense of pride to her. I dont think Jake has lied in public about his private life but has got the cameras and others to do it for him. Including Natalie, his mother and reeses children That is pretty sad.

remember said...

Penelope was Matt's beard for years and a trial date for Jake.

Florida Tom said...

I dont think Matt needed a beard. I think Matt is str8.

I have seen Jake and Penelope pictured together but never have seen them on a date. There were rumors of a date but unless I see proof of that or a statement I dont think they were on a date. Prove me wrong on that if you can

Not a good example Tom said...

Penny bearded for T. Cruise and is rumored to be doing the same with Javier Badeam (sp?). She is also rumored to be BI.

Jake doesn't give a shit about Hath or Matilda , that's why he is silent.

Not a good example Tom said...

MATT STRAIGHT?? LOL1!!!

Penny "dated" Matt when they made some shitty movie together I believe. Penny never went out with Jake but did with a friend of hers once, Mia Maestro.

Penny supposedly went out with Orlando Bloom a few times.

Florida Tom said...

copy, paste said...
I hear you passingby. I will never ever forget how he said nothing and continues to say nothing about the death of Heath, his most IMPORTANT and famous co-star (sorry, Jake--it isn't Tobey or Natalie). Isn't he Matilda's godfather? You know he never sees that kid. And yet so many of Heath's co-stars, even Anne Hathaway (she may have bad taste in men--so do I--but she's a mensch), have spoken about him. That's the big reason why Jake won't do interviews--he'll piss in his pants if someone goes off the script and asks him about Heath. He is never genuine offscreen--not for one moment. And it's a pity because I think THAT would make him far more popular and certainly make people take him more seriously, believe it or not.


ITA 100%

Florida Tom said...

SK those are so a mans legs. God I wish we could prove it. I love that you keep posting it:-)

Special K said...

Jake had played in a band in high school I thought. Didn't Alex Greenwald from Phantom Planet, and was in Donnie Darko, said something about it Jake and bands and high school I thought.

But in Bubble Boy you can see that Jake knew what he was doing playing Jimmy's electric guitar during Land of the Lost theme.

Think sometime there was a mention that Austin plays the guitar as well. And we both know that they can sing.

Penelope has been in several arranged romances during the length of career. Tom C, Matt, etc. Much talk of her being bi. There have been rumors of her and Salma. Matt straight - ahh don't think so, but their may be no label to define the Redneck Buddha (as Lance calls him).

Special K said...

Happy news from friend of mine. After many many hoops, long delays, being told that things would not happen and even a hearing due to "special circumstances" according to the courts, my friend Peter and his husband are finally going to be dads. They have been approved by state of NY for the adoption of twin boys. They are going to pick up their sons right after Thanksgiving.

prairiegirl said...

Oh my goodness, they're going to be busy, Special, lol. That's great news - how exciting! But man, 2?? They will be tired all the time now until the boys are out of school, lol.

Just got home not too long ago. Light dogsitting duty then a stop off at Little Dog's mama's house over in the old neighborhood. We're supposed to leave in 2 days and I am nowhere ready, lol. The apartment is trashed!!

Tom, my phone was dead!! It rang and as soon as I picked it up, it died. I'm charging it now. Bad timing!!

You chose some good pictures of Jake, Special. Better ones than the one People mag chose.

Yeah, you know the more I look at that last picture, the more those definitely look like a man's legs. And as thin as Jake is right now, I can see those having been Jake's legs at one time. His weight fluctuates like Oprah's does, except on a more subtle scale.

m said...

Took me a long time to get back here from this AM. Wanted to mention again how weird it is that Natalie said girlfriend, not any specific name. Yeah, I bet those words were spoken on another occasion and just borrowed. People mag has done that before. Old picture, old quote. What's the difference.

grab bag said...

Right now Jake is living a hextro life with Reese.

Hextro - you can say that again!

They are going to pick up their sons right after Thanksgiving.

At the Macys After Thanksgiving Sale?! 2 for 1! (sorry couldn't resist)

SK those are so a mans legs. God I wish we could prove it.

Long time ago, about a year ago, a poster did prove it here on this blog that it's Jake's legs. Had comparisons and analysis of the freckle pattern, leg shape, calf length, the faint white scar line and Austin's face angle. No one noticed or cared?? Seems like you all would rather keep wondering about it and asking about it every other post than believe evidence that someone already proved.

I personally think that Jake's relationship with Reese is legit.

It is - it's a bearding relationship.

You know what is interesting about Natalie's quote, that's it's kind of generic. Like it could have been said several years ago or said recently.

Holy crap, it is an old quote now that you mention it. I remember the "too bad he's ugly" part. IIRC it's very old.

Stephen Gyllenhaal said...

Kids and dogs love him. He loves his mom and sister and girlfriend.

What am I, chopped liver?

Jee said...

those are men legs yeah right! What a pathetic joker. You cannot be for real Tom, are you?

Gee said...

^^ Didn't you know that they big blue ring means that they are Jake's legs. Get with the program!

Choose one said...

The only way those are women's legs is if they're Susan Boyle's, Margaret Thatcher's or Janet Reno's.

twitter said...

prayer0113: 今年的SEXIEST MEN ALIVE亚军居然是Ryan Reynolds,天啊。冠军是德普,恩,众望所归。季军是越来越发福的小Jake Gyllenhaal,他那身段可真是一年不如一年啊。
3 minutes ago

Jake's part translated: Second runner-up is a little more Fa-Fu Jake Gyllenhaal


^^Seriously. LOL even the Chinese are onto Jake.

LOL said...

Holy crap.. I looked up Fa-Fu and guess what it is:

Fafu the Ostrich

CAA said...

Thx Maggie :)

Maggie said...

For what?

prairiegirl said...

Missed my walk this morning; too tired. lol. m, I'm re-reading "If I Asked" by Midwest Girl. Did you ever read that one? She's the one who wrote Shades of Grey. Wow, what a writer she was. That girl could write the smex. I wonder whatever happened to her? She's long closed her journal; luckily I still have her two stories. I always thought SOG was very worthy of being published.

Oh oh, guess not enough appreciation done for the person who provided all the factual analyzation of the legs. Frankly, grab bag, I forgot. When was that? Heck, I can't even recall things that happened at work over the course of a weekend. I can always vaguely remember some things but I am an old woman. Have pity on the more mature ones, will you? I can't speak for anyone else, but I have a kazillion things on my mind and I just can't always remember every little detail that people provide on here.

Other than that, I liked the rest of your comment.

Jee, it must pain you the mere thought, huh? That's too bad.

Last day of the workweek for me. Got a day of V coming tomorrow. I look forward to getting away and seeing the lake. It always is so soothing to see all that water. And I should have internet access there; at least I did last year. I believe the place where we always stay has it. But the entire day on Saturday will be spent visiting the shops down there as they all have their holiday open houses. It will be a mini invasion of estrogen.

passingby said...

Would Jake & Reese do a USO tour and sit next to eachother during the event?

Would they attend an autograph signing and sit next to eachother?

Would they allow themselves to be photographed by an press at an event together behind the scenes even if it was with a 3rd party?

You know Jake & Reese are waiting for a nomination to walk the red-carpet together. The aren't going to waste that one until one of them gets a nomination. The want to be golden couple, that's what it's about. Reese has her oscar and now she is collecting her money. Jake is working on the money and the trophy.

Jake & Reese would never give the ok for an offical photo like Austn & Sophia gave at the marfa Halloween party, or the one they took with Kevin Zegers behind the scenes at the Pippy screening. It just wouldn't happen.

There will be photos from this USO tour as well.

The only photos you get of Reese & Jake are paps.

Seriously, what's the big deal, why do they make such a big deal out of things.

Kate Hudson doesn't care she sits in the stands with her dad for baseball games. She gets asked about her personal life, she gives out information, she is real.

Jake & Reese are way to guarded, it's so boring, it's so null of feelings and personality.

destiny said...

Grab Bag, for some odd reason your post made me think of Henny Youngman. I guess it is the one-liner quality--and I mean that as a complement. I enoyed reading it, although like PG I do not agree about the leg discussion.

:) said...

Jake & Reese are way to guarded

Jake and Reese are faking the relationship and selling "private couple" bullshit. And there is always a possibility to be caught lying (see Reese Witherspoon on Ellen show 2009).

BBM slash said...

PrairieGirl,

"Shades of Grey" was published, by Dreamspinner, the same company that carries Sienna's, and a number of other BBM writers.

Never quite got the squee appeal of it, though. Just like MadLori's Zero story. Read just like every other fic out there, not really original premise and with slightly unbelievable characters.

Guess I just prefer stuff that's more unique and innovative.

What said...

CAA, Said, LOL, Grab bag, Maggie
^^ they all = Same person, same BS
Same language!

Scared as Hell at the thought of Jake being anything other than Gay.

They sell a bottle of Self Esteem in CVS. I'll send you the money for that item.

***********

Not buying the female legs around Austins neck. That analysis was not conclusive and was simply a matter of opinion. Let's be real.
Reminds me of Austin hiding under the blanket in the car......
LMAO Now that was a real joke and some believed it.
A delusional joke.
And for the record believe Jake and Austin hid their relationship from the public some years ago, but I'm not gonna see what I want to see just because they are so cute together.
They are not together. Sophia and Reese would not deal with this regardless of what you think of them. Why would Austin pose with Jake's legs around him when all Austin talks about is women. Even if it were real and a Joke, it would be a funny joke. Jake did SNL in drag and everybody laughed it off. Why not then?

silly trolls said...

^^^ Yawn.

good eyes said...

Like everybody else I would like to say it's definitively jake'legs on this pic! but I have glasses and I hightly advice people who "see" man'legs to consult quickly.
sorry

duh! said...

Yes, those are Jake's legs. You don't need 20/20 vision to see that.

prairiegirl said...

Good eyes, that comment made no sense.

In the end, everyone is entitled to their opinion.