David Beckham is the sexiest man alive?

People magazine has selected Beckham, who's a retired footballer, a father, model and husband, as the 2015 recipient. The announcement was made Tuesday on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" along with the unveiling of the magazine's cover heralding the honor.

"It's the best moment of my career," Beckham said, grinning. "I can't believe it."

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the title, which is both eagerly awaited and debated by fans.

Beckham, 40, is described as "a global superstar, devoted husband and down-to-earth dad of four" as well as a "humble British heartthrob" by the magazine. He and his wife, former Spice Girl and now fashion mogul Victoria Beckham, are the parents of four children and one of Hollywood's power couples.

Despite decades of superstardom and scores of fans that he sends into a frenzy, Beckham told People, "I never feel that I'm an attractive, sexy person."

"I mean I like to wear nice clothes and nice suits and look and feel good, but I don't ever think of myself that way," he said.

David Beckham played for Manchester United, Preston North End, Real Madrid, LA Galaxy and the England national team for which he holds the appearance record for an outfield player. He is the first English player to win league titles in four countries: England, Spain, the United States and France. He announced his retirement in May 2013 after a 20-year career, during which he won 19 major trophies.