Maxim's 'Unsexiest' List from 2007: A Look Back at the Most Outrageous Rankings

EXCLUSIVE EXPOSÉ: Maxim's Shocking "Unsexiest Women Alive" List Resurfaces, Sparking Outrage and Amazement

Get ready for a blast from the past that will leave you speechless! A 2007 article from the now-infamous men's magazine, Maxim, has resurfaced on Reddit, causing a stir among users who are both shocked and appalled by the list of women deemed "unsexy" by the publication.

The article, titled "Unsexiest Women Alive," features a rundown of five female celebrities who were allegedly considered the least sexy of the year. But, as we delve into the reasoning behind their placements on this list, it becomes clear that Maxim's editors were on a mission to take down some of Hollywood's most iconic and beautiful women.

First up is none other than Sarah Jessica Parker, star of Sex and the City. According to Maxim, SJP was the "least sexy woman in a group of very unsexy women" who ironically starred in a show with the word "sex" in the title. The magazine claimed that her appearance was less-than-stellar, but we all know better – SJP has always been a stunning bombshell with an amazing bod, gorgeous smile, and those hypnotizing eyes.

But don't just take our word for it! As one Reddit user so aptly put it: "Sarah Jessica Parker has always had an amazing bod, a gorgeous smile, amazing hair, and those hypnotizing eyes... She was the freaking Lead in that show, and the whole franchise has her at the core. She is a bombshell hottie." Ouch, Maxim! You must have been blinded by your own misogyny.

Next on the list is the late Amy Winehouse, who tragically passed away in 2011. The magazine's description of her reads like a cruel joke: "hemorrhaging translucent skin, a rat's nest mane, and lashes that look more like surgically attached bats." This is not only hurtful but also inaccurate – Amy was a talented singer-songwriter with an edgy style that didn't need to be torn down.

But wait, it gets worse! Grey's Anatomy actress Sandra Oh made the list due to her "cold bedside manner and boyish figure." Um, excuse us? Cristina Yang, her character on Grey's Anatomy, is one of the most iconic and sexiest characters in TV history. As one user so succinctly put it: "I don't know how to break it to this writer but [her Grey's Anatomy character] Cristina Yang is not a real person." Ouch, Maxim!

Legendary pop star Madonna also made an appearance on the list, with her "self-righteous bellyaching and rapid postnuptial deterioration" cited as reasons why. But what about her iconic style, chart-topping hits, and empowering message? It seems like Maxim was more interested in taking down a legend than acknowledging her impact on the music industry.

Last but certainly not least is Britney Spears, who was slammed for her "messy private life, weight gain, and losing the ability to perform." But let's be real – Britney has always been an icon, and her fans love her just as much for her down-to-earth personality as they do for her chart-topping hits. As one user so eloquently put it: "It seems that with SJP, Madonna, and Britney, they're punishing women who used their sex appeal to build their own profiles in ways that centered their own experience... Then had the audacity to age, not cater to the male gaze, or gain like five pounds. Amy Winehouse also was not super traditionally feminine."

The article went on to say that these women were chosen for this list because they didn't conform to Maxim's narrow definition of "sexy." But as one user so aptly put it: "[SJP] on the list because of 'her cold bedside manner' - I don't know how to break it to this writer but [her Grey's Anatomy character] Cristina Yang is not a real person."

The backlash was immediate, with many users calling out Maxim for their misogynistic and hurtful language. As one user so eloquently put it: "I hate to be all “kids today” but they truly don’t understand the level of misogyny that women and girls were exposed to in the 2000s."

In response to the outrage, Maxim has removed the article from their website, but not before it went viral on Reddit. The magazine did, however, go on to name Sarah Jessica Parker as one of its "unexpected crushes" in 2008 – a move that was likely an attempt to salvage their damaged reputation.

As for SJP, she spoke out against the article at the time, calling it "brutal" and saying: "Am I really the unsexiest woman in the world? Wow! It's kind of shocking. It's so brutal in a way, so filled with rage and anger."

The resurfacing of this list serves as a reminder of the hurtful language that was once commonplace in men's magazines like Maxim. But it also highlights the progress we've made towards greater body positivity, self-love, and acceptance – even if that means some publications are still lagging behind.

As one user so aptly put it: "This is a 'let's pick five famously beautiful women to take down a peg' list. It's a pathetic ego trip." Well said, friend!