100 world’s hottest male celebrities everyone has a crush on

The world of attractive men is vast, and among celebrities, there is no shortage of conversation surrounding the hottest male celebrities. With their sculpted abs and captivating smiles, these men have captured the adoration of millions with their irresistible charm and impressive skills. Their good looks and talent have solidified their place as beloved figures in the entertainment industry.

From sports, to Hollywood, handsome men can be found in every single part of the world. These gorgeous men who have transcended personal tastes and preferences are often lauded for their striking looks. Here is a list of the world's hottest male celebrities.

100 world’s hottest male celebrities

There are countless cute celebrity guys that have captured people's attention over the years. Here is a close look at these men who have stolen the show with their charm.

100. Mookie Betts

Besides his major league successes and incredible talent as a multi-sports athlete, Betts is also very good-looking. The Los Angeles Dodgers player charms his ardent fans with both athleticism and attractive looks.

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99. Cody Bellinger

Cody might as well have stepped out of a movie where he plays a breathtaking sports character. The Chicago Cubs Player became even more endearing when he spoke about how he supported his pregnant partner.

98. Shohei Ohtani

The gorgeous Japanese MLB player is nicknamed “Shotime”. Shohei pitches and hits and has racked up high stats on offense and defense. He has scored more than 10 home runs, and over 20 stolen bases and 200+ strikeouts.

97. Jayson Tatum

People can’t get enough of Bolton Celtics star Jayson Tatum. The NBA dad ticks all the boxes of the most attractive male celebrities: tall, handsome and devoted. Jayson is a caring dad and loves spending time with his family.

96. Boris Kodjoe

Best known for his role in Soul Food, Station-19 and Brown Sugar, Borris is considered an ethereally handsome. With a gorgeous bone structure and charming looks, Borris has been a heartthrob since he appeared on screen. He wanted to be a professional tennis player but a back injury drove him to modelling and later acting.

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95. Joe Burrow

His incredible talent aside, Joe Burrow has the face people can stop people in their tracks. The quarterback's massive talent made him the Cincinnati Bengals' first overall draft pick in 2020.

94. Chad Michael Murray

Lucas Scott of One Tree Hill was a heartthrob. Chad Michael Murray’s boy-next-door appeal had everyone crushing on him. His tall frame also adds to his attractiveness.

93. Khalid

Khalid became a sensation with the release of his album American Teen in 2017. The handsome singer won many awards including VMA for Best New Artist, several Billboard Music Awards and American Music Awards.

92. Lil Nas X

The massive hit Old Town Road shot Lil Nas X into worldwide stardom. The unconventional way the viral hit came about drew lots of interest in the young artist who at the time was living in his sister’s basement. Lil Nas X's great looks and deep voice rank him often in the hottest male celebrities list.

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91. Taye Diggs

Taye Diggs oozes sex appeal both on and off-screen. The award-winning actor has appeared in many film, television and stage productions. He is known for The Best Man, House on the Haunted Hill, Will & Grace and more.

90. Tommy Fury

The strikingly handsome boxer also stars in reality TV. Fury is a British fighter whose great looks earned him a sport on the Season 5 of Love Island. Fury found love on the Island with Molly-Mae and the two welcomed their daughter in January 2023.

89. Son Heung-min

Son Heung-min’s impressive talent isn’t the only thing that gets people talking. Son's great figure and handsome face have earned him a legion of fans. He ranked No. 26 on The Guardian’s 2023 list of 100 best male footballers.

88. Darren Barnet

Darren Barnet is famous for his role in Never Have I Ever on Netflix. His boyish charms made him Gen Z’s celebrity crush and heartthrob. He also stars in the Netflix romantic comedy Love Hard.

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87. Stephen Curry

The Golden State Warriors NBA star is considered one of the most gorgeous men in sports. Curry is also known as a family man often seen in interviews with his daughters Riley and Ryan.

86. Zac Efron

When Zac Efron appeared onscreen as Troy Bolton in High School Musical, he stole hearts and hasn’t returned them yet. Even today, he is still considered one of the most attractive male celebrities.

85. Idris Elba

As if dripping with hot looks wasn’t enough, Idris Elba also dons a hot British accent. The public has been swooning for Idris onscreen through his roles in The Wire, Obsessed, Prometheus, Thor, The S*icide Squad, Beasts of No Nation and more. Idris Elba was named the S*xiest Man Alive by People in 2018.

84. Zayn Malik

Zayn Malik rose to the stratosphere of fame as a member of the One Direction. Besides his fame as a member of the most famous boyband on the planet at the time, Zayn constantly made the hottest male celebrities list.

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83. Brad Pitt

After appearing in Thelma and Louise, Brad Pitt was undoubtedly considered America’s hottest man alive. He also holds the rare feat of being named the S*xiest Man Alive twice in 1995 and 2000. The actor has graced many movies you should check out especially Babylon, The Lost City, One Upon a Time in Hollywood, Bullet Train, and Mr. and Mrs. Smith.

82. Shawn Mendes

Shawn Mendes made his debut in Male Celebrity Crushes with the music video to his hit song video Señorita. He oozed charm and had many dream of having him as a boyfriend. His hot Calvin Klein campaign made him even more of a heartthrob.

81. Drake

With the hit teenage show Degrassi, Aubrey Drake Graham made his Hollywood debut. Just a few years later, Drake became one of the most famous and successful rappers and singers with his album Thank Me Later.

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80. Dev Patel

No list of the most attractive male celebrities is complete without Dev Patel. The dashing British actor began his career with the series Skins at 17 and has since become a household name. Dev is known worldwide for his role in Slumdog Millionaire.

79. John Krasinski

John Krasinski is famous for his roles in The Office and A Quite Place and is considered one of the rugged hottest male celebrities. John is a talented actor, screenwriter, director and film producer.

78. Tyler Lepley

Tyler Lepley carries the figure of a charming male lead with his tall frame and warm smile. He good-looking actor has starred in Baggage Claim, Harlem, Three's Complicated, The Haves and the Have Nots, and P-Valley.

77. Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior

Neymar shot into international fame with his elite football skills and dashing looks at the 2014 World Cup. The Brazilian player is a pro football player scoring impressive goals and executing crucial passes.

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76. Theo James

Tobias Eaton of the Divergent Series film trilogy stole hearts all over the world. Theo James is the definition of handsome with a chiselled face and gorgeous hair. Theo has since starred in horror films Underworld: Awakening and Underworld: Blood Wars.

75. Pedro Pascal

Pedro’s handsome smiling face graced the screen in the Game of Thrones as Oberlyn Martell. Since then, Pedro’s charm, values and beliefs have made him one of the hottest male celebrity crushes.

74. Mychal Kendricks

Often ranking among the most handsome black men in the world, Mychal Kendricks is a talented football linebacker. The Philadelphia Eagles player was drafted and has a warm smile that has stolen many hearts.

73. Travis Kelce

Before he was known as Taylor Swift’s dashing boyfriend, Travis Kelce was already known as one of the most talented men in sports. The Chief’s player makes him one of the rugged hottest male celebrities. Travis nubbed the coveted Super Bowl win with his Kansas City Chiefs.

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72. Mookie Betts

Besides his major league successes and incredible talent as a multi-sports athlete, Betts is also very good-looking. The Los Angeles Dodgers player charms his ardent fans with both athleticism and attractive looks.

71. Cody Bellinger

Cody might as well have stepped out of a movie where he plays a breathtaking sports character. The Chicago Cubs Player became even more endearing when he spoke about how he supported his pregnant partner.

70. Lewis Hamilton

Any hottest male celebrities list would be incomplete without mentioning Lewis Hamilton. The Formula 1 champion is not just good-looking but a champion of many social causes.

69. Michael Ealy

Michael Ealy stole hearts in Think Like A Man and has since ranked on just about every hottest male celebrities list. Michael's striking eyes and chiselled face have earned him the title of one of the most handsome black male actors in Hollywood. He has starred in 2 Fast 2 Furious, Never Die Alone, Reasonable Doubt, Bel-Air, Sherman's Showcase and many others.

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68. Regé-Jean Page

Many didn’t just watch Netflix’s Bridgerton season 1 just for the plot but also for the breathtaking Duke of Hastings. The Zimbabwean actor stole hearts as he played Simon catapulting him into one of the hottest male celebrities.

67. Richard Madden

Richard Madden's role in Cinderella as Prince Charming came to life in the hearts of many all over the world. Madden’s Scottish charm and sparkling blue eyes landed him right on the hottest male celebrities list.

66. Jacob Elordi

His roles as Noah Flynn in the Netflix movie The Kissing Booth and Nate Jacobs in HBO’s Euphoria made Jacob a heartthrob. Elordi has an innocent boyish charm that has stolen hearts every time he appears on screen.

65. Manny Jacinto

With a jawline that could cut, a soft voice and flawless skin, Manny Jacinto’s charm is overwhelming. He is one of the most desirable Asian actors in the world at the moment. Manny’s role as Jason Mendoza in The Good Place on Netflix propelled him to stardom.

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64. Penn Badgley

Dan Humphrey of Gossip Girl was already charming but it was Netflix’s You that cemented Penn Badgley’s fame. As he played the obsessive and murderous stalker, his narration often makes viewers forget they shouldn’t be rooting for him. Dan is constantly seen in Gen Z celebrity crush lists.

63. Can Yaman

Can Yaman’s striking good looks have made his fame go beyond the confines of Turkish drama. The handsome actor has a law degree and has won the Golden Butterfly Award for his performance in the Turkish romantic comedy Erkenci Kuş.

62. Andrew Garfield

Who didn’t fall in love with Spiderman? Especially one with chiselled features, striking eyes and a warm smile? Andrew Garfield has long since been one of the hottest male celebrities.

61. Jamie Dornan

To explain just how hot Jamie Dornan is, remember he played the otherworldly hot Christian Grey of Fifty Shades of Grey. Jamie’s magnetism came through on screen as he played the ridiculously handsome character.

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60. Liam Hemsworth

The Australian charm is overflowing in Liam Hemsworth. The actor tops the list of rugged hottest male celebrities with his striking looks. He shot into fame starring alongside Miley Cyrus in The Last Song.

59. Tom Hiddleston

Everyone’s liked a bad boy especially if the hot younger brother of the God of Thunder. Tom Hiddleston’s portrayal of Loki in MCU has made him a worldwide star. His British accent and incredible acting make him one of the hottest celebrity crushes.

58. Dominic Fike

Dominic rose to fame after releasing several songs on Soundcloud. His role as Eli in Euphoria shot him into stardom. Dominic’s gorgeous tattooed face often makes him one of the male celebrity crushes.

57. Channing Tatum

His roles in She’s The Man and the dance film Step Up made him a worldwide sweetheart. Channing’s strikingly handsome face and gorgeous well-built frame make him one of the most attractive male celebrities.

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56. Jensen Ackles

Jensen Ackles is known for his rugged handsome appearance as a monster hunter Dean Winchester on Supernatural. He also made a name for himself as a soap opera star in Days of Our Lives.

55. Wentworth Miller

As the intense plot of Prison Break swept the world, so did Wentworth Miller’s remarkable looks. He stole hearts every time he graced the screen as the witty and calculated Michael Scofield. He has also appeared in Stoker, Legends of Tomorrow and The Flash.

54. Patrick Dempsey

McDreamy made hearts swoon and fans still mourn his character in Grey’s Anatomy. Patrick Dempsey became one of the hottest male celebrity crushes with his role as Derek Shepherd, the brilliant Neurosurgeon in Grey’s Anatomy.

53. Leonardo DiCaprio

Leonardo has been topping the hottest male celebrities list since 1997 when he played Jack in Titanic. Even with the passing years, Leonardo’s magnetism is still evident.

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52. Jake Gyllenhaal

With a handsome face, striking blue eyes and irresistible charm, Jake Gyllenhaal is everyone’s male celebrity crush. The actor's appeals both on and off screen have won the hearts of many.

51. Ashton Kutcher

Ashton stole hearts when he appeared in No Strings Attached. His athletic body, strikingly gorgeous face and warm blue eyes made him one of the most attractive male celebrities in Hollywood.

50. Yoo Ah-In

Yoo is one of the most handsome male celebrities from South Korea. He gained fame after appearing in the television series Sungkyunkwan Scandal. The film Punch also increased his popularity as he was cast as a lead character.

49. Jonathan Bailey

At age seven, Jonathan launched his performing career with the Royal Shakespeare Company. He has developed a successful portfolio of both on-screen and stage work, branching out into a variety of genres.

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48. Matt Bomer

With a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in hand, Matt relocated to New York with aspirations of pursuing a career in acting. His foray into television began with a small part in All My Children in 2000.

47. Charlie Hunnam

When Charlie was 18, he was featured as a guest in the TV series Byker Grove. He soon became well-known in the United Kingdom due to his performance as the amorous Nathan Maloney in Queer as Folk.

46.Trevor Noah

Noah has had several hosting roles with the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC). He was the runner-up in the fourth season of South Africa's iteration of Strictly Come Dancing in 2008.

45. Chris Pine

Pine is one of the most talented and attractive male actors. He launched his career in films with a feature debut The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement. He has also starred in Star Trek Beyond and Wonder Woman.

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44. Bill Skarsgård

Bill is multi-talented in acting, producing, directing, writing, voicing, and modelling. He is recognized for his portrayal of the dancing clown Pennywise in the blockbuster supernatural horror film It.

43. Nick Robinson

Nick made his cinematic entrance as Joe in The Kings of Summer, which was followed by a starring role in the Universal action-packed sequel Jurassic World. One of his most recent successes was the main role in Love, Simon.

42. Shemar Moore

Shema is an actor and former fashion model. He is best known for his roles in The Young and the Restless and Criminal Minds.

41. Dylan O'Brien

In 2011, Dylan took on his first film role in the fully-improvised independent feature High Road, which was directed by Upright Citizens Brigade. Since then, he has starred in the Maze Runner series, American Assassin and Love and Monsters.

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40. Harry Styles

Harry's musical career began in 2010 as part of One Direction. Aside from music, he is also known for his flamboyant fashion, and is the first man to appear solo on the cover of Vogue magazine.

39. Park Hae-Jin

Park Hae-Jin is known for playing various characters in TV shows My Love From the Stars and Doctor Stranger. Lately, he starred in Cheese in the Trap and Man to Man.

38. Tom Cruise

Tom's big-screen debut was a minor role in Endless Love, and he quickly demonstrated an indisputable magnetism as one of the hottest actors. He continues to demonstrate his prowess in the Mission Impossible franchise.

37. Hrithik Roshan

As a child actor, Roshan had already made his mark in the film industry in the 1980s. He stepped into the spotlight in 2000 with a starring role in Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai, earning him the prestigious Filmfare Awards for Best Actor and Best Male Debut.

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36. Omar Borkan Al Gala

Omar Borkan Al Gala is an Iraqi model, actor, and photographer. He kicked off his career in Dubai. He then furthered his pursuits in acting and modelling in Vancouver, where he studied.

35. Ian Somerhalder

When he was 17, Somerhalder started to learn the art of acting in New York City. His career picked up when he was cast as an extra in a nightclub sequence in the film, Black & White.

34. Shahrukh Khan

Shahrukh kicked off his acting career with the massively successful Deewana. He is the recipient of eight Filmfare awards for best actor. His best known for his roles in My Name Is Khan and Jab Tak Hai Jaan.

33. Nam Joo-Hyuk

Nam Joo-Hyuk is not only a darling on the screen but also on the runway. The South Korean actor and model first debuted on television in 2014. He was part of the cast in the TV drama Surplus Princess.

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32. Robert Downey Jr.

Downey Jr. began his acting career at the age of five with Pound. In 1992, he was recognized for his stellar performance in Chaplin by earning an Academy Award nomination and the BAFTA Award for Best Actor.

31. Milind Soman

Milind Soman is an Indian actor, supermodel, film producer, and fitness enthusiast. He is known for his performances in films such as Bajirao Mastani and Arn.

30. Mariano Di Vaio

Mariano Di Vaio is an Italian actor, blogger and fashion designer. He is celebrated for his roles in State of Consciousness, K by Dolce & Gabbana and MMI: Charity Celebrity Bowling Tournament.

29. Pierce Brosnan

Brosnan gained critical acclaim when he became the fifth actor to play James Bond, appearing in the movies GoldenEye, Tomorrow Never Dies, The World Is Not Enough and Die Another Day.

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28. Jared Leto

Making his initial television debuts as a guest artist on Camp Wilder, Almost Home, and Rebel Highway, Leto soon began auditioning for movie roles. Eventually, he landed a part in the series, My So-Called Life. Since then he has appeared in over 40 films and TV series.

27. Milo Ventimiglia

Milo Anthony Ventimiglia is an American actor. He was nominated twice for the Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series in 2017 and 2018 and also a Critic's Choice Award for Best Actor in a Drama Series in 2019.

26. Lee Min-Ho

Lee sings and models along with his acting career. Lee Min-Ho’s good looks have won him several awards. In July 2012, he was selected as the most attractive male celebrities in TV commercials for cosmetics companies.

25. George Clooney

It was Clooney's cousin who first provided him with a minor role in a movie. George's big break came when he joined the cast of the television series E/R as the character, Ace.

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24. Kofi Siriboe

Kofi Siriboe is a talented actor with experience in theatre, film, and television. He is also a producer, writer, and director. He has starred in Entourage, Lincoln Heights, Straight Outta Compton, and Awkward.

23. Trevor Jackson

Trevor Jackson is known for starring in American Crime, A Beautiful Soul, A Town Called Eureka, Juveniles, and Burning Sand. In 2017, he released his debut album Mrs. Jackson.

22. Gerard Butler

Gerard Butler chose to abandon his career in law and pursue a path in acting. He is known for his roles in 300, The Vanishing and Plane.

21. Kylian Mbappé

Kylian Mbappé is a professional footballer. He currently plays as a forward for Ligue 1 club Paris Saint-Germain and captains the France national team. He is regarded as one of the most attractive celebrity men in the sports arena.

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20. Taylor Lautner

When Taylor was six, his family spotted his natural talent for martial arts at Fabiano's Karate School. Along with this, Taylor's fascination with acting emerged when he was seven.

19. Ren Jialun

Ren Jialun is a Chinese actor and singer. He is best known for his historical dramas The Glory of Tang Dynasty, Under The Power, and Forever and Ever.

18. Orlando Bloom

Orlando Bloom won over the millions of fans with his portrayal of Will Turner in Pirates of the Caribbean. He has also made appearances in British television series such as Casualty, Midsomer Murders and Smack the Pony.

17. Justin Timberlake

In early 2002, Justin Timberlake dedicated himself to composing and recording music for his initial solo album. Later, he diversified into acting and appeared in movies such as The Social Network and Friends with Benefits.

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16. Kim Hyun-joong

Kim Hyun-Joong is a South Korean singer-songwriter and actor. He is a member of the boy band SS501 and has been in Korean dramas such as Boys Over Flowers and Playful Kiss.

15. Tinie Tempah

Patrick Chukwuemeka Okogwu Jr., whom most know as Tinie Tempah, is a British rapper. Some of his popular hits include Written in the Stars, Not Letting Go and Trampoline.

14. Anthony Joshua

In 2013, Anthony Joshua was commended for his work in boxing by being granted the MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in the Queen's New Year's Honours List. He is also an actor and producer.

13. Timothée Chalamet

Chalamet launched his career on the big screen in 2014 in Jason Reitman's Men, Women & Children. He also starred in Interstellar, Call Me By Your Name and Dune, among others.

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12. Cheng Yi

Cheng Yi is a Chinese actor and singer. He made his television debut in Chinese television drama Beauty World. He is also recognized for his roles in Love and Redemption and Immortal Samsara.

11. Michael B. Jordan

When he made his debut as a leading actor, Jordan achieved success in his portrayal of Oscar Grant in Fruitvale Station. He has appeared in films like Black Panther, and Creed.

10. Chris Hemsworth

Chris is considered to be one of the cute male actors who is always jovial and funny. He was catapulted to stardom by playing Thor in the MCU. He has also appeared in Snow White and the Huntsman and Extraction.

9. Chris Evans

Christopher Robert Evans, an American actor, producer, and director, got his start in the performing arts by participating in school shows and local theatre. He is known for his involvement with the MCU.

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8. Paul Rudd

After graduating from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts-West in Los Angeles, Paul entered the word of cinema. He has starred in films like the Ant-Man franchise and The Perks of Being a Wallflower.

7. Henry Golding

Henry Golding attends the 28th Annual Critics Choice Awards at Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Kevin Winter

Born to an English father and a Malaysian mother of Iban descent, Henry Ewan Golding is an established Malaysian TV host, actor and model. He is known for his roles in Crazy Rich Asians, Snake Eyes, The Gentlemen and Last Christmas.

6. David Beckham

David Beckham is an esteemed British sportsperson and a recognized name across the world. From 2000-2009, he held the prestigious position of captain of the English national team.

5. Henry Cavill

Henry Cavill's interest in acting began in his early childhood when he would perform for school plays. He is known for his roles in films like Man of Steel, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Mission: Impossible - Fallout and .

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4. Kim Taehyung

Kim Taehyung is a South Korean singer and one of the hot male celebs in the music industry. In 2013, he rose to fame when he debuted with the popular international boy band BTS, under the name V.

3. Ryan Reynolds

Ryan Reynolds is a a Canadian-American actor, film producer, and businessman. He has built a career by playing an array of sardonic characters in movies like Deadpool, The Proposal and Free Guy.

2. Ryan Gosling

Ryan Gosling became a sought-after star of the romantic genre, following his performance in independent films like The Gray Man, The Place Beyond the Pines, Murder by Numbers and The Notebook.

1. Jason Momoa

Jason Momoa often ends up on the lists of hot male actors. He started out his career as a model, achieving success in Hawaii before stepping onto the international runway to display designer fashion. He has appeared in films such as Aquaman, Justice League and The Last Manhunt.

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Legit.ng recently published an article with the world’s most famous dancers in the history of dance. The dance world has changed dramatically throughout the years.

What began as a personal exploration evolved into a lucrative profession. The present generation is likewise working hard to fill the void left by renowned dancers and singers like Michael Jackson and Madonna.

Source: Legit.ng