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Ryan Gosling shines brightly in any movie he graces with his presence, a fact demonstrated yet again at the 95th Annual Academy Awards. Amidst a generally subdued broadcast, the actor, known for his roles in iconic films, stole the spotlight with his captivating performance of “I’m Just Ken.”
Accompanied by the other characters from the movie “Barbie,” along with a troupe of dancers sporting cowboy hats, Gosling reaffirmed why he’s considered a national treasure — all while clad in a bedazzled pink suit. Despite his knack for stealing scenes, many may have wondered about the absence of his partner and mother of his children, Eva Mendes. Instead, Gosling opted to attend the Oscars with a different companion.
The question arises: Who was Ryan Gosling’s date to the Oscars?
Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes have been transparent about the boundaries of their relationship. They seldom attend public events together, choosing to maintain their privacy. Their journey began in one of Gosling’s standout movies, “The Place Beyond the Pines,” and the acting duo has remained together ever since, raising two daughters, Esmerelda and Amada.
This awards season, rather than escorting Mendes, Gosling decided to bring his mother, Donna, as his plus one to the Oscars. Joining them were his sister Mandi Gosling and stepfather, Valerio Attanasio. Gosling has garnered adoration this awards season not only for his Oscar-nominated portrayal of a vulnerable and humorous Mattel doll but also for his support of the women involved in the film. Following the absence of nominations for “Barbie” director and star Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie, he issued a statement via The Hollywood Reporter:
“There is no Ken without Barbie, and there is no Barbie movie without Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie, the two people most responsible for this history-making, globally celebrated film.”
Gosling embodies the essence of a modern man in the best possible way, and his decision to bring his family to the Oscars is a testament to that.