The man just gets better and better with age.

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David Beckham is like a fine wine—only getting better with each passing year. And with 41 years of cultivated good looks under his belt, he has undeniably earned his rank as one of the sexiest celebrities on the planet. But the sexy British athlete was not always the smoldering, suit-wearing hunk he is today. Click through to see the complete metamorphosis of David Beckham's hotness, from a floppy-haired boy on the soccer field to suave heartthrob, red carpet veteran and adorable dad.

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1

1993

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Here we start, with a young David Beckham at just 18 years of age. He's clearly got potential.

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2

1994

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Aww, bebe Beckham.

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3

1995

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Dawson called, he wants his hairstyle back.

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4

1996

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Just hangin' out, smiling on a soccer field.

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5

1996

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Gotta keep well-groomed for the ladies.

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February 1997

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This may be a little too much grooming though... Not Beckham's finest moment—but it does give you some perspective on how far he's come.

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7

May 1997

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Just look at that smug mug as he casually leans on his trophy.

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8

August 1997

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Floppy hair in full effect.

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January 1998

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And then there was Victoria...

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January 1998

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Who knew these two lovebirds would become one of the most beloved, long-lasting power couples there is?

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March 1998

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The many faces of David Beckham—all of them gorgeous.

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October 1998

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That time David Beckham discovered bleach.

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13

September 1999

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Which is more '90s, Victoria's choker or David's boy-band-blonde hair?

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14

1999

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Senior portrait vibes.

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15

September 1999

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Remember when wearing bandanas like this was cool?

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16

2000

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Bye-bye blondie. It's the 2000s now, and with that comes the buzzcut.

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June 2000

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Bend it like Beckham.

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June 2000

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Getting feisty on the field. But honestly, is anyone even looking at his fingers?

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July 2000

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The do-rag is a definite don't. Even if you're David Beckham.

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January 2001

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Hmmm, which shall we comment on first... the silky black shirt with way too many buttons undone? The huge blingy cross necklace? How about those black velvet pants?

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