By The Associated Press

Published: Wednesday, November 14, 2012, 8:22 a.m.
Updated: Wednesday, November 14, 2012

NEW YORK — Channing Tatum is People magazine's “sexiest man alive” for 2012.

The 32-year-old actor says his first thought on hearing the news was: “'Y'all are messing with me.'” Tatum's film roles include “Magic Mike” and the upcoming “Foxcatcher.”

People announced its 2012 list Wednesday.

1. Pens’ Shero talks with Letang’s agent
2. NHL insider: Penguins’ Shero seems ready to move Letang
3. City police investigating whether officer who gave ride to mayor’s ex-bodyguard broke any department regulations
4. Steelers rookie safety Thomas learning from Polamalu, Clark
5. Bethel Park offensive lineman picks Pitt
6. Penguins notebook: Pens talking with Dupuis’ reps
7. Pitt adds defensive recruit from Philadelphia
8. Army National Guardsman sues Target, claims he was fired while preparing for deployment
9. Pirates notebook: Beanballs escalate tension against Reds
10. Two people shot on Amanda Street in Knoxville
11. Market Square Farmer’s Market expanding

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