World's sexiest vegetarian

This year, the sexiest male vegetarian in the world is Red Hot Chilli Peppers' front man, Anthony Kiedis, according to People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). The 45-year-old singer recently switched to a vegan diet—okay, lifestyle—after learning about worldwide fish depletion.

Kiedis beat out such notable veggies as Paul McCartney, Moby and Prince—in my books, something like a horse beating a geriatric, an ox, and a trike in a speed race. Joaquin Phoenix, though, was also in the running, and I reckon he could convert even the most committed carnivore to the cause.

Worry not, localistas: PETA scoured North America for the "sexiest vegetarian next door" and stumbled upon someone in our own backyard: B.C.’s Chris, a 29-year-old hockey player from Panorama who might just give Joaquin a run for his money. Chris (surname unknown) credits vegetarianism with his rarely feeling sick or tired and, he says, "Knowing that I am saving animals' lives makes me feel more alive every day."

So what do you think of PETA's choices? Got one of your own to submit?

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