(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Johnny Depp has joked he feels emasculated since losing his Sexiest Man Alive title to Ryan Reynolds.

The 47-year-old hunk was awarded the prestigious title by People magazine last year and he also triumphed in 2003. However, now the honour has been handed over to Ryan, Johnny has no idea how to handle it and claims his confidence has taken a hit.

"I feel emasculated," he laughed to MTV News. "I feel like I've been beaten down like some horrible... you know, like some pathetic harp seal. But, I mean, that's how it goes, isn't it?"

Johnny admits that no longer being known as the hottest man in the world has made him re-evaluate his life. In fact, the star has taken the news so badly he doesnt even know if he wants to be considered for the title again.

"I think I can work my way forward, but will I try for it again? No, he confessed. I worked so hard to gain that title."

Canadian-born Ryan fended off stiff competition from stars including Jon Hamm and Kellan Lutz to claim the honour this year. The 34-year-old actor has set hearts racing all over the world with his toned physique and wry sense of humour.

George Clooney, who has also previously been awarded the title, recently congratulated Ryan, before going on to poke fun at another former winner - his close friend Brad Pitt.

"I'm very happy for him," Clooney told People magazine. "I'm also happy that it's not Brad. (C) Cover Media