Basic Ryan Gosling
Ryan Thomas Gosling, born November 12, 1980, is a distinguished Canadian actor renowned for his versatility in both independent films and major studio productions across various genres. His films have collectively grossed over $1.9 billion worldwide, and he has been honored with numerous awards, including a Golden Globe, along with nominations for three Academy Awards and two BAFTAs.
Gosling’s journey to fame began at the young age of 13 when he joined Disney Channel’s “The Mickey Mouse Club” (1993–1995). He subsequently appeared in other family-oriented shows like “Are You Afraid of the Dark?” (1995) and “Goosebumps” (1996). His career took a significant turn with his portrayal of a Jewish neo-Nazi in “The Believer” (2001), and he achieved widespread recognition for his role in the 2004 romantic drama “The Notebook.”
He continued to earn critical acclaim with performances in independent dramas such as “Half Nelson” (2006), earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor, “Lars and the Real Girl” (2007), and “Blue Valentine” (2010). In 2011, Gosling showcased his range with three major successes: the romantic comedy “Crazy, Stupid, Love,” the political drama “The Ides of March,” and the action thriller “Drive.”
After debuting as a director with “Lost River” (2014), he starred in “The Big Short” (2015), “The Nice Guys” (2016), and the award-winning romantic musical “La La Land” (2016), which won him a Golden Globe and his second Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. His role in the science fiction film “Blade Runner 2049” (2017) and the biopic “First Man” (2018) further solidified his status as a leading actor. In 2023, his performance as Ken in the fantasy comedy “Barbie” became his highest-grossing release and garnered him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.
Outside of acting, Gosling is a musician with his band Dead Man’s Bones, releasing a self-titled debut album and touring North America in 2009. He co-owns a Moroccan Restaurant Tagine, in Beverly Hills of the California district.
Committed to social and environmental causes, Gosling supports organizations like PETA, Invisible Children, and the Enough Project, and has actively worked to raise awareness about conflicts in Chad, Uganda, and eastern Congo for over a decade. In his personal life, he is in a relationship with actress Eva Mendes, with whom he has two daughters.
Here are some things about him that not many people know:
Mickey Mouse Club:
Gosling got his big break as a kid star on “The Mickey Mouse Club” on the Disney Channel. He was in shows with Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, and Justin Timberlake, all of whom would become famous later on.
Dropout for a Dream:
He quit high school when he was 17 to focus on becoming an actor. It was a big risk to make this brave move, but it paid off in the end.
Musical Skills:
In addition to acting, Ryan Gosling likes to play music. He and his friend Zach Shields made a band called Dead Man’s Bones. While performing with the band, Gosling went by the stage name “Baby Goose” on their 2009 self-titled debut record.
A Love for dance:
Not many people know this, but Gosling really loves dance. He has taken ballet lessons, but in interviews he has said in a funny way that he’s terrible at it.
Activism for the environment and people:
Gosling is also known for his activism. He has worked for many environmental and social causes, such as PETA campaigns and the Enough Project, which tries to end genocide and other crimes against humanity.
Picking Different parts:
Ryan Gosling is known for picking his parts very carefully. He often chooses complex, character-driven movies over big-budget blockbusters. He has been able to work in many different types of music and get praise from critics.
Private Life:
Even though he is famous, Gosling keeps his personal life pretty quiet. He is married to actress Eva Mendes and they have two girls. They are known for keeping their family life out of the public eye.
Improvisational Skills:
Gosling has been known to make things up on the spot in a few of his movies. As an example, he made up the famous “Hey Girl” scene in “The Notebook.”
Business ventures:
Gosling has done business in addition to acting and singing. A Moroccan restaurant in Beverly Hills called Tagine is part of his business.
Silent Film Inspiration:
Gosling has said that silent film stars like Buster Keaton have influenced the way he acts because he admires how they can show feeling without words.
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Ryan Gosling’s work shows how talented and interested he is in many things, from serious acting to music and activism. One thing that makes him seem mysterious is that he chooses to keep his personal life quiet.
