It really is a joy to program in. I fought it off for the longest time (I like regular ole C, python, dabbled in Java long ago), but finally dipped my toes in and tried C# a month ago... While the language as a whole is a bit verbose, LINQ is incredible, and the breadth of the standard library is awesome.
Wait, wait, since when can you put the default assignment right there on the same line? Go ahead, say since always... I dare you.
Edit: Apparently this came in C# 6.0 (July, 2015). Ok, now I don't feel so bad. :-)
On a separate note, C# might not sexy or even that popular, but I really enjoy coding in it, and the continuing evolution of the syntax is a joy.