The Guy Has Feelings and Other Things Going, Too

Kellan Lutz doesn’t want to be objectified forever.

For now, he says, it’s OK (ish), but he would rather we know he’s got more to offer the world than the sight of beyond-ripped abs.

“By no means do I want to be a piece of meat for the rest of my career,” the Twilight Saga player said. “It’s funny when you get asked to do a talk show, and then they follow it up with requesting you take your shirt off.”

The actor, who soon will display his rom-com chops opposite Mandy Moore in Love Wedding Marriage, is heavily involved with the St. Bernard Project, which is helping to rebuild New Orleans. So, you know, he means it when he says he wants to be taken a bit more seriously.

Your wish is my command, Kel.

Now, go do some more push-ups, boy, and let us enjoy for the time being.

Photo: ProjectQAtlanta.com.