Category Archives: Ben Cohen

No new year can be considered begun without a celebratory post of Ben Cohen. His virtue and good deeds have been extolled here countless times (as have several gratuitous posts illustrating that his outside is just as sweet as the inside). His 2020 calendar was an instant sell-out thanks to images like this, and his work with photographer Leo Holden (himself a Hunk of the Day) has brightened up many an Instagram feed. [See also Simon Dunn.] Mr. Cohen remains a voice for the often-voiceless, sharing his strength and support in causes close to his heart. We need more do-gooders like him in the world.

Bonus addendum and special shout-out to Mr. Holden of Snooty Fox Images, who continues to bring beauty into my dwindling Instagram account. Holden manages to capture the inner and outer beauty of Cohen and Dunn and any number of fine gents thanks to his artistic eye and keen vision. A vessel of all that is gorgeous, Holden channels the prettiness of the world through the keen work of his camera then shares it with the rest of us.

In a world fought with darkness and uncertainty, we should be very glad that Ben Cohen has blessed us with a 2020 Calendar, which you can order here. An admirable LGBTQ ally and anti-bullying crusader, Cohen has made a post-rugby career out of being a do-gooder, so I’m all for any endeavor that supports such a great person and cause. Of course, the visuals are pretty spectacular too, as evidenced by previous gratuitous posts here and here and most definitely here. (Special shout-out to Snooty Fox Images for the promo shots.)

I was just lamenting the lack of new Ben Cohen photographs when I saw the announcement that his 2019 calendar is now on sale (purchase it at this link). The drought has come to a glorious end! Mr. Cohen has done a great deal of work for against bullying with his Stand Up Foundation, and continues to fight for those of us being hurt or discriminated against. It’s always inspiring to see someone with a public platform do and say things to make the world a better place for others. In a similar but slightly more vain vein, it’s always inspiring to see Mr. Cohen period. Here’s a reminder of why.

PS – The back is as good as the front. 

It’s been far too long since we’ve done a proper Ben Cohen post, but with his 2018 Calendar now on sale, it’s time to welcome him back to the fold of fierceness. Shot by Leo Holden of Snooty Fox Images, the calendar looks to be full of great photographs and inspiring images. Mr. Cohen has been an admirable Ally to our community over the years, and for the superficial purposes of this blog he’s always been a reliable source of eye candy. Still, it’s extra nice when your idols bring a genuine set of moral concerns with them whatever they do. Especially if they’re doing it in their underwear. Thanks to Ben Cohen for bringing us into another year. Get your calendar here. 

After taking last year off from the beefcake calendar biz, Ben Cohen is returning with a fine, fit vengeance as he announces the release of his 2017 calendar. It couldn’t have come at a better time, and though Mr. Cohen has been rather quiet of late (after his dancing excursions and extracurricular nude video distractions) he’s looking to end the year (and start the next one) with a bang. It looks as if he’s been manscaping a bit more than usual, which may cause concern for some fans (who have already decried his smoother look) but I’m cool as long as he keeps up his admirable anti-bullying work. (Check out the StandUp Foundation.)

Much of the gay internet is agog at these photos of Ben Cohen beaching it in a bathing suit, and most of the comments are critical of his girth. Personally, I think he looks way more than fine, and if we are in a world where this is fat then we need to realign our concept of fat and thin. There are glimmers of hope, in the embracing of the Dad-bod (but what about those who aren’t Dads?) There are also certain open-minded sects of chub-chasers and bear-lovers who prefer their men with a little more meat on their bones. I don’t have such set preferences, I just want to see us be a little more accepting of different body types.

Beauty’s where you find it, not just where you bump and grind it.

As for Mr. Cohen, I’ll bet he’s not losing any sleep over these photos, nor should he. Witness and testify to his hotness here.

I can think of no one more brilliant than Ben Cohen to come out with a few male grooming products. Mr. Cohen has been celebrated for his hirsute hotness, but even the hottest guys need a bit of manscaping from time to time. To that end, he’s offering a line of grooming products to help the hairier among us to keep things under control. (I’m all for a natural look, but there are limits to how much hair actually looks good. If you can braid it, it’s got to go.) Sadly, these grooming tools are not yet available on these shores, which is another reason to go to London. Perhaps I can persuade Mr. Cohen to send me a sample so I can test it out for the American market and do a proper write-up. It’s the least I can do.

Actually, scratch that – if I ever get in touch with Ben Cohen it will be to request a pair of his underwear. (Not his actual underwear, but a pair from his underwear line. Oh who am I kidding?)

And it’s been far too long since we’ve featured Mr. Cohen on this website. (I don’t like to go much longer than a month between Ben features.) Apologies about that, but here’s a video of his StandUp Foundation calendar shoot. It’s always a joy to see the finished product of Ben Cohen underwear shots in perfectly lighted magnificence, but occasionally the road to get such shots is littered with sexy moments too. Such is the case when you check out this quick little making-of video. Helping matters out considerably are the generous smiles Mr. Cohen flashes throughout, even when getting sprayed in the face. Yes, it’s captured on video. Just watch…

(And in the event that you think there’s nothing behind the hotness, visit the StandUp Foundation’s website and read about all the noble efforts Mr. Cohen has made to combat bullying. Pretty impressive package all around.)

Then there are these GIFs from an Attitude photo shoot where, if you use your imagination in just the right (or wrong) way you can picture Ben Cohen naked. You are welcome.

He’s probably overtaken David Beckham as the favorite son of this blog, in no small part thanks to photos like these, which manage to capture huskiness and sexiness and manliness in one fell swoop. Not that Mr. Beckham doesn’t still do so, but not in quite the same straight-ally form. For that, we are forever grateful and appreciative.

Ben Cohen has been a stalwart presence here, and he’s got a new calendar about to be released, one which contains his first-ever centerfold. How we ever survived without a centerfold before this blows my mind, but that’s the effect Mr. Cohen has had on most of us over the years. Let’s just be thankful that it’s here now.

As for his previous appearances here on this site, allow me to direct you to the only ones you need to view: this definitive pictorial, and this more resonant straight ally piece. Between the two you’ll find more than enough fodder for whatever you had in mind.