Sexy Celebrities Austria 2025
February 2025
This new study follows other Discurv surveys on Europeans' opinions about the sexiest celebrities from France, Italy, and other countries.
Marcel Hirscher leads the popularity rankings, especially among women (57%) and older generations. As one of Austria’s most successful skiers, he enjoys national recognition, supported by strong media exposure and a down-to-earth charisma.
David Alaba, on the other hand, is the favorite among younger generations and men. His international football career makes him particularly attractive to 18-34-year-olds.
While skiing is deeply rooted in Austrian culture, football remains globally more popular.
In general, skiers and tennis players enjoy greater recognition in Austria than footballers, as they are more closely tied to national traditions.
Anna Gasser (38%) is the clear favorite, confirming her charisma and influence in the world of sports.
Stephanie Venier (21%) and Laura Feiersinger (11%) complete the podium, highlighting their importance and attractiveness in their respective disciplines.
The younger generation (18-34) especially favors Anna Gasser and Barbara Zangerl, showing the growing relevance of new faces in sports.
Stephanie Venier and Laura Feiersinger enjoy a more balanced popularity across all age groups, reflecting their established fame.
Votes are evenly distributed between men and women, showing a shared appreciation of these sports personalities.
Christoph Waltz clearly dominates, particularly among older generations, thanks to his international career and unique charm.
Laurence Rupp, however, appeals more to younger audiences, reflecting a shift toward more modern film figures.
The perception of actor attractiveness is relatively balanced between men and women, though clear preferences emerge across age groups.
Women tend to prefer emerging, modern actors, while men favor established and charismatic personalities.
The choice of an "attractive" actor is strongly influenced by public image, roles played, and overall recognition.
These results highlight a fascinating diversity of perceptions — every generation and gender finds someone they identify with.
Emily Cox leads the ranking with 22%, being especially popular among men (55%) and the young generation (18-34 years, 38%).
Her presence in well-known productions and her modern style seem crucial to her appeal.
Younger audiences prefer actresses like Emily Cox and Amira El Sayed, who reflect current beauty standards, while the over-50 group tends toward Stefanie Reinsperger and Nora von Waldstätten, associated with more classic productions.
Andi Knoll leads the ranking, thanks to his established fame and charismatic presence, which is appreciated across different age groups.
The younger generations (18-34) prefer Fabio Wibmer and Johannes Bartl, who are particularly relevant due to their presence on social media and connection to digital culture.
Men tend to prefer active and athletic personalities like Fabio Wibmer and RADAL, while women show a more balanced and diverse range of favorites.
Kathrin Menzinger tops the ranking, especially among the 35–49 age group, thanks to her fame and elegant, dynamic image.
Paula Wolf is particularly popular among younger audiences (18–34 years), reflecting the growing influence of influencers on perceptions of attractiveness.
Women are more influenced by new media figures and digital content, explaining their preference for Viktoria Sarina and Paula Wolf.
Men prefer a more classic and balanced view of attractiveness, often tied to traditional media personalities.
The criteria for attractiveness differ by gender:
- Women seek inspiring personalities aligned with their interests.
- Men place greater emphasis on physical appearance and charisma.
The diversity of responses shows that the perception of attractiveness is evolving and heavily influenced by media and cultural trends.
Andreas Gabalier leads the ranking — thanks to his iconic image and loyal fan base, especially among the 35–49 age group and older.
Younger generations prefer more modern and emerging artists like Nathan Trent and JJ, who are more closely associated with current music trends and digital platforms.
Men show a slight tendency toward established figures, while women seem more open to new or alternative artists.
One-third of respondents could not identify with any of the suggested personalities, indicating a wide variety of expectations and ideals of attractiveness.
Christina Stürmer is the clear favorite — maintaining balanced popularity across all age groups and being especially recognized by the female audience.
She embodies a natural and approachable beauty that resonates broadly.
Her style is both modern and timeless, making her attractive without seeming eccentric.
Thanks to her authenticity and down-to-earth attitude, she remains relatable and maintains a strong connection with her fans.
Younger generations prefer more contemporary and alternative singers like Mavi Phoenix and PAENDA, who reflect current trends and are particularly active in digital media.
Men are more drawn to Tina Naderer and PAENDA, while women appreciate Soap&Skin and Christina Stürmer.
The most well-known personalities systematically top the rankings.
- Example: Christina Stürmer (53%) and Andreas Gabalier (37%) dominate their respective categories.
- Marcel Hirscher (29%) and Anna Gasser (38%) also stand out thanks to their strong media presence.
Emerging artists or niche figures struggle more to be perceived as attractive.
- PAENDA, Mavi Phoenix, and Tobias Rieser score only 4–6%.
- Their limited fame explains their lower recognition rates.
The more famous and media-exposed a personality is, the more attractive they are perceived to be.
Women are more selective and hesitant to label a personality as "attractive":
- In multiple graphs, many women chose "none of these personalities" (e.g., 64% for female singers).
- This suggests women have a more specific or holistic view of attractiveness (including charisma, engagement, and personality).
Men are more open to different personalities and distribute their votes more evenly.
- Example: Among female singers, men prefer Tina Naderer and PAENDA, while women are more divided.
Women seem to prioritize authenticity and identification, while men recognize a broader range of attractiveness traits.
Younger people (18–34) prefer modern figures from social media.
Mavi Phoenix and Paula Wolf rank high within this group.
The 35–49 age group and those over 50 prefer established stars from traditional media.
Christina Stürmer, Andreas Gabalier, and Marcel Hirscher dominate thanks to their long-standing presence.
Perceptions of attractiveness are strongly shaped by age.
Younger respondents value new digital media figures more, while older generations favor recognition and consistency.
Personalities from sports and music are the most popular.
- Sports figures embody a dynamic, powerful, and charismatic image, enhancing their attractiveness.
- Music artists, particularly popular singers, represent an attractive ideal through voice, performance, and staging.
- Example: Marcel Hirscher and Christina Stürmer dominate in their categories.
Figures from social networks or alternative niches struggle more.
- Influencers, DJs, or underground artists receive fewer votes, except among younger generations who identify more with them.
Traditional media continue to shape perceptions of attractiveness, although new trends are emerging among younger demographics.
Elegance and charisma remain strong criteria for attractiveness.
Athletes and artists with stage presence or natural charm tend to score best.
Kathrin Menzinger and Andreas Gabalier embody a classic and confident form of attractiveness.
Eccentric or alternative personalities appeal to a smaller niche.
Mavi Phoenix and PAENDA attract a specific audience but do not dominate overall.
Their style may be perceived as less conventional or "mainstream."
A confident style and strong media presence enhance perceived attractiveness.
The perception of attractiveness is shaped by media exposure, age, and personal preferences. Established personalities dominate, but openness to new trends is growing among younger generations.
A study conducted by:
Audrey Mandefield, Senior Account Executive
Pauline Poché, Insight Team Lead
TO CITE THIS STUDY, PLEASE USE AT LEAST THE FOLLOWING FORMULATION:
"Discurv study for XloveCam conducted in December 2024 through a self-administered online survey with a representative sample of 1,000 Austrian residents aged 18 and over."