Normally I’m not one to ask actors about their sexuality but come on, we’ve all heard the Hugh Jackman rumors, right? And when he talked to People magazine about said rumors, well it seemed like fair game.

So credit Mr. Jackman as he stood his ground at the uncomfortable question and addressed the rumors with a charm that befits the Sexiest Man Alive. Watch below as the “Australia” star explains just how straight he is. And check out our full Hugh Jackman (and Nicole Kidman) interview here.