Nonesuch (noun): a person or thing without an equal; a person or thing declared as perfect or excellent.
From the Old English nan, from ne (not) + swelce/swylce. Earliest documented use: 290.
If I were trying to create my very own Perfect Celebrity Crush from scratch, what would I include in the mix?
Stunning good looks, fab physique and sex appeal to spare?
Check.
Talent–multi-faceted, versatile, amazing–to spare?
Check.
A dedication to his craft that brings such intensity to his performances?
Check.
Intelligent, articulate and insightful, a pleasure to see/hear/read in interviews?
Check.
A wonderful sense of humor?
Check.
An endearing boy-next-door vibe, gentlemanly, polite, modest, humble, well-grounded and generous of spirit?
Check.
A celeb who truly appreciates his fans and treats them well?
Check.
And that, ladies and gents, are some of the reasons Richard Armitage is my choice of the absolute nonesuch of a celebrity crush.