Beard or no beard, Jake Gyllenhaal is still hot in my book! Even though the screen stud has been sporting a bit of scruff lately, the End of Watch star looked as handsome as ever at the NCLR ALMA Awards in Pasadena, CA last night. After posing for a few pics on the carpet, Jake headed into the Civic Auditorium for the annual event.

With a new flick set to hit theaters this month, I’m looking forward to seeing even more of Jake in the VERY near future. You’ve gotta admit, photos of this blue-eyed babe can really brighten your day! ;]

Photos by Apega/FayesVision/Nikki Nelson/WENN