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'Being voted unsexiest woman alive hurt so much', says Sarah Jessica Parker as she cries all the way to the bank
Last updated at 11:28am on 21.03.08As Carrie in 'Sex and the City' she might not always get the right man.
And being voted "unsexiest woman alive" was a hard pill to swallow.
But in real life actress Sarah Jessica Parker hasn't gone home totally empty-handed, having raked in an estimated £12.5m since the end of the popular TV series.
She has earned more than her three co-stars combined thanks to a series of lucrative advertising deals.
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The unsexiest woman on the planet? Readers of Maxim magazine have awarded the unflattering title to Sex And The City star Sarah Jessica Parker
With the highest profile of the four Sex and the City actresses and an established film career she has been a magnet for advertisers.
But Parker, 43, has had a hard time dealing with the news that men do not find her as attractive as advertisers do, claiming the result of the Maxim poll was "brutal" and also affected her husband, actor Matthew Broderick.
Parker told Grazia: "Do I have big fake boobs, Botox and big lips? No.
"Do I fit some ideals and standards of some men writing in a men's magazine? Maybe not.
"Am I really the unsexiest women in the world? Wow!It's kind of shocking when men...
"It's so brutal in a way, so filled with rage and anger.
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At least Sarah Jessica can find consolation in her millions, strong marriage to Matthew Broderick and A-list career
"It upset him (Broderick), because it has to do with his judgement too. It's condemnation, it's insane. What can I do?
"I guess you can't please all people."
Parker can take comfort in the bank balance though, safe in the knowledge that she is financially miles ahead of her SATC co-stars.
The others, Kim Cattrall, Kristen Davies and Cynthia Nixon have all earned millions, but trail behind Parker's cash pulling power.
All four reunited last year to film a big screen version of the popular series in New York.
According to a U.S. magazine Parker's deals began while she was completing the last series of the show in 2004.
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Ahead of the game: Sarah Jessica earns more than her SATC co-stars combined (From left: Kristen Davies, Sarah Jessica, Cynthia Nixon, Kim Cattrall)
She had multi million pound deals with clothing firm Gap and cosmetic firm Garnier.
Parker also picked up an estimated £3.5m to design her own range of clothes for U.S. label Steve and Barry.
She was also paid over £3m to appear in six Hollywood films since 2004, including The Family Stone and Failure to Launch.
Liverpool born Cattrall,51, who played man-eater Samantha in the 94 episodes of the series, has earned close to £5m since 2004.
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Unsexy? Sarah Jessica smoulders in this recent photo shoot in New York with Sex And The City co-star Chris Noth (Mr Big) for Vogue
U.S. lifestyle magazine Portfolio said her biggest pay day was to be the spokeswoman for Liz Claiborne perfume Spark Seduction.
She was also paid £325,000 to promote low calorie rum and £150,000 for a Tetley tea advert shown on British TV.
Davis,43, has earned £2.25m since leaving her role as Charlotte.
She became the spokeswoman for cosmetic line Maybelline and appeared in advertising campaigns for 7Up drink and a Weatherproof clothing.
Dixon, 42,who played lawyer Miranda, made £500,000 for appearing in the 7Upadvert with Davis and a similar amount for three cable TV films.
Sarah Jessica's husband Matthew Broderick was upset over criticism of his wife
• The Sex and the City film opens in May 2008.
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I guess she is truly vain if such a polll affected her. It proves she has a huge ego and is insanely insecure. Her money, marriage, her child, fame, health isn't enough..I feel sorry for her. There are bigger and sadder things to worry about in this world. She could help in so many charity causes. NOPE...she needs to have the worlds' approval of something she doesn't have.
Her husband is upset because he seems to want a sexy "trophy" to fulfill his male ego. Doesn't he find her sexy enough? Why does he need the opinion of others to be happy?
His perception of her beauty is not enough. He needs the approval of other men. Is that love?
Make-up, hair stylists, special lighting, expert photographers, expensive clothing and shoes can make many woman sexier than they really are. Lanvin, Gucci, Blahnik, Prada, Chanel, etc, etc, etc, cannot make you SEXY.
She earns more money than she deserves so she must take what comes with the money...public scrutiny and criticism.
Grow up, for God's sake!
Honestly she is not beautiful...attractive is fair. Kristen Davies and Kim Cattrall are beautiful women.
- Sylvie, Paris, France
I Think she's BEAUTIFUL, REAL AND DAMN SEXY...and sweet too!
how about we make a poll and call it the world stupidest magazine and i know which magazine should go there...
- Sam, TA, Israel
She has ALWAYS been my favorite actress...and I have ALWAYS thought she looked GREAT...she was cute in Square Pegs and absolutely GORGEOUS in Sex And The City...and you know what makes her that way? She is a REAL person...not painted and implanted...!
- Dena M., Lubbock, Tx USA
I think she's beautiful. You don't have to be perfectly airbrushed, massive breasts and in a small bikini soaked in grease and fake tan to be beautiful or sexy like those gorillas who said this believe. And besides, women already go under enough scrutiny for their appearance, why make a poll about being unsexy? How bout we make a poll about being stupid, untalented and tacky and see how many "sexy" people we get on there.
- Sigourney Ross, Sydney, Australia
Have you ever seen her in that kiddie moive where she plays the buxom bubble headed witch? Dude, I don't care what Maxim says, I wouldn't kick her out of bed. Look at those intense eyes...she's a seductive siren, and I've seen a lot worse looking.
- Man, Dallas,TX
I can't imagine why this is even an issue. Personally, I find her very attractive but why is anyone's stance on her sexual allure newsworthy?
- Lulu, Philadelphia PA,USA
Even if true, it's a horrible thing to say.
- Teddy Riley, Eleazar, Madagascar
Personally, I think she looks just F-I-N-E!
- Roger Williams, Waycross,GA, USA
Well, Maxim thinks they're in charge of what's sexy and what isn't. If you feel they're in error, vote with your wallet and don't buy the damned rag.
- N.B., California
That's kind of a mean spirited survey to have. Beauty truly is in the eye of the beholder. Personally, I've always thought she was attractive. That black and white photo shows why. Besides, nobody takes a great picture every time.
- John, Crystal Beach, TX USA
I do not find SJ Parker attractive in any way, shape or form. The whole package turns me off. But then that's just me. Someone else could feel totally different. She is a very talented actress and I wish her the best..
- Bob, Denver, CO
Well, someone had to win it...
- Tom, Kansas City, USA
How sad that the world has to label someone in that manner! We are all human beings and we all have feelings. Who cares about a tagline like that anyway? If her husband values her and makes her feel good, then that should be good enough. How sad that peoples' self-esteem is so impacted by how others feel about them!
- Joey B, Dallas, TX USA
I've always found her to be less than sexy, but so what? I liked her show and think she's very intelligent. Would I want to date her, probably not. But then, I definitely know she would not want to date me. Our society's fixation with good looks makes less of us as human beings. There are people in this world who are really physically ugly yet are sincerely beautiful people. Besides, why should she care what bunch of drunken college kids think in the first place?
- P, Seattle, WA
She is definitely not the ugliest woman, but she wouldn't come close to my top 200 famous women.
- Ronald, College Station, TX
This just goes to show how insensitive and cold hearted people have become.
- Dave, Phoenix, USA
She may not have classic features, but she has gorgeous eyes, a beautiful smile and a tremendous (natural) physique. But what really makes her sexy to me is her personality -- she seems like a very cool person... funny, smart, feminine and strong. She exudes sex appeal.
- Patrick, Boston, MA
The problem is not that she is unattractive. It's that she sells herself and is sold to us as sexy and beautiful. Isn't it interesting how what is sexy to men is so different to what is sexy to women?
- Angelo, Pittsburgh
She does not appeal to me and I really don't care for her TV show.
That being said, I can only imagine how distressing it must be for her to be voted as unsexiest. To be rejected like that must be a shot in the esteem department. I suppose part of her appeal has been her self confidence.
At least she has a good husband who loves her. That's what really matters.
- Scott, Boston, MA
As a member of the aforementioned core audience of Maxim (I don't, however, read their publication), I'd like to add my two cents: she looked great in Hocus Pocus. That's about it.
- Collin, Atlanta GA
I think Sara Jessica is one classy lady and very sexy. I also think she is beautiful, a wonderful mother, a role model for all.
Whatever you are doing Sara Jessica, keep it up, they are some that are just jealous of you.
- Chantel, New York, New York
She's not tops on my list but she's certainly not anywhere near the bottom either!!
- Geoff, Austin, Texas, USA
Surely after seeing the lovely pictures of Amy Winehouse the people who voted for SJP will want to reconsider.
- Kate, London
I'm bringing sexy back. And I'm not sharing it with anyone.
- Vink, Manhattan USA
You don't like me, you REALLY don't like me?!?! SJP is the anti - Sally Field and they're both people who thrive on other peoples' opinion of the image they project to derive their own feeling of self worth. Maxim's core audience is hetero men ages 18 - 35... she should be flattered that they even know who she is enough to vote for her for anything.
- Chris, Seattle - USA
Odd. You can walk down any street and see 50 women less sexy than her.
- Dogie, NYC, USA
She is pretty, except for her face.
- Chris, Columbus, Ohio
Perhaps if that very ordinary-looking woman hadn't tried to milk a character, an image, whereby she was alleged to have been "sexy" she would not be subjected to such indignities now.
You brought it on yourself, babe- next time leave sexy for those who actually are.
- Howee Carr, Wellesley, MA USA
Shouldn't it be up to Matthew Broderick to decide whether or not she is the "sexiest woman alive"? In our society, we seem to be too concerned about what others think of us. Who cares? As long as I am true to myself, you can think as you will. But I reserve the same right for myself!
- El Conde, Temecula, USA
Why the long face, SJ?
- Mark, London
That's a terrible thing for Maxim to do, in all honesty.
- Mich, Hong Kong
She's not as unattractive as Katie Price aka Jordan, but she is odd looking all the same.
- Ben S, London
Being voted the unsexiest woman in the world is just as ridiculous as being voted the sexiest woman in the world. Why on earth is she taking any notice, and why is her husband upset for God's sake? Is he going to divorce her on the strength of other people's opinion? They both need to get a grip!
As for Nigel of Bromley, let's have a look at your photo, you oaf!
- Angela Phinn, Westcliff-on-Sea, UK
She is beautiful and natural as well! Unlike many other celebrities. That is very rare in this day and age.
- Jk, London
Un-sexiest woman alive? Pretty much spot on!
- Jonathan, United Kingdom
But really, she is, isn't she?
- Nigel Moran, Bromley
Well I think she's lovely. So There!
- Al Stuart, Ealing
