There’s no doubt about it, the verdict is in, and vampires are resoundingly hot at the moment. There’s the whole tweenage cult dedicated to one sparkling vamp called Edward Cullen, and then you’ve got a slew of vamps on network and satellite TV—from the sexy, sultry vamps of Bon Temps on HBO’s True Blood to the CW’s brooding crew of bright young things on the Vampire Diaries, to the BBC’s Being Human, a show where a vampire cohabitates with a ghost and a werewolf. Here’s a look at the sexiest, bloodsuckers around today. Kate Beckinsale in the Underworld Series: These movies are action packed and filled with stunning visuals, not the least of which is Ms. Beckinsale, as the smoking hot undead vamp called Selene. In the movie, Beckinsale, who actually went on to marry the film’s director, sports a body hugging leather bodysuit. David Boreanaz in Angel and Buffy the Vampire Slayer: You can catch reruns of both these shows on satellite TV. Angel was the one of the forerunners as far as brooding, and self loathing vampires with a soul go. He was tortured and that made him even hotter. Of course, as his evil alter ego Angelus, he was certainly quite fetching too, especially when he trotted around in tight leather pants. Rachelle Lefevre in Twilight: Her strawberry blonde locks and pale skin, make the vampire Victoria one delightfully vicious vamp. Although she plays one of the movie’s bad guys, she makes the evil side look a whole lot more attractive. Stephen Moyer in True Blood: Moyer plays an almost 200 year old vampire who fought in the American Civil War for the South. He’s got a lovely southern drawl and a penchant for humans, not just as food. In fact, Moyer’s Bill Compton picks up where Angel left off; he’s brooding and dark but also a little naughty. Salma Hayek in From Dusk to Dawn: Wearing a skimpy bikini and bra, and a boa constrictor, Salma Hayek was the highlight of this campy bloodfest of a movie. And with a name like Santanico Pandemonium, how could you not let her get under your skin? Salma sizzles in this movie. Brad Pitt in Interview with a Vampire: The entire cast of that movie could make this list, but Mr. Pitt was endearing as Louis, the reluctant vampire. Talk about smoldering good looks and of course, there’s the requisite I’m a tortured soul puppy face look. Ladies, this one should be enjoyed in nothing less than a 42 inch flat screen HD LCD TV. James Marsters in Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Marsters, as Spike, the once evil vampire who becomes good, somewhat reluctantly, played the role to a perfect pitch. His bleached blonde hair, bad poetry and leather jackets were always worth waiting for. Aaliyah in Queen of the Damned: The movie aired shortly after the songtress turned actress’s death; while it wasn’t particularly noteworthy as far as vamp movies go, Aaliyah did make one fine vampire queen. Direct TV Packages offers the best entertainment around. Watch your favorite characters with Directv HD.