Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt Embrace Unity at The Fall Guy's Exclusive SXSW Event

Ryan Gosling, 43, and Emily Blunt, 41, have finally put an end to the Barbenheimner rivalry. They were seen embracing each other at the Fall Guy premiere in Austin, Texas on Tuesday, March 12.

Gosling, who plays Colt Seavers in the movie, sported a red jacket with the movie's name on it. He completed his look with a white t-shirt, denim jacket, and blue jeans. Meanwhile, Blunt, who portrays Jody, looked stylish in a black-and-white cropped sweater and low-waisted pants.

At the premiere, the duo shared a warm hug on stage, marking a new chapter in their relationship.

Gosling and Blunt discussed the Barbenheimer phenomenon during the 2024 Oscars on Sunday, March 10, where they honored stunt performers.

"I'm glad that we can now move past this Barbenheimer rivalry," Gosling mentioned in his opening remarks.

Blunt pointed out that Ken and Kitty from Barbie and Oppenheimer were leaving all the competition behind. Despite the award season not being much of a rivalry, she humorously advised everyone to just let it go!

Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt Hug at Fall Guy Premiere

Gosling admitted that the team was doing very well. He shared his thoughts on the names Barbenheimer and Oppenbarbie, suggesting that the former was chosen because they were riding Barbie's success all summer. (Barbie earned over $1 billion in the box office after its 2023 premiere, while Oppenheimer grossed over $900 million.)

Blunt joked, "Thank you for explaining that to me, Mr. I-need-to-paint-my-abs-on-to-get-nominated. You don't see Robert Downey doing that!" Downey, who played Lewis Strauss in Oppenheimer, went on to win the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor at the age of 58.

Gosling took the microphone back from Blunt and exclaimed, "This is crazy, Emily! We need to put an end to this." The two then finished their skit and went back to honoring stunt doubles.

Oppenheimer and Barbie were both contenders for several Academy Awards, with Oppenheimer ultimately winning Best Picture. Poor Things took home the trophies for both Best Production Design and Best Costume Design.

Gosling received recognition for his supporting performance, while Margot Robbie and director Greta Gerwig were not nominated for Barbie. On the other hand, Emily Blunt was nominated for Best Supporting Actress, but the award went to Da’Vine Joy Randolph for her role in The Holdovers.

Fans started calling them the Barbenheimer movies because they both came out on the same day in July 2023.

Just two weeks after the movies were released, AMC Theaters said that more than 20,000 fans bought tickets to watch both movies on the same day. And then, a week later, that number doubled to 40,000.

Editor's P/S:

The embrace between Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt at the Fall Guy premiere marked a significant moment in the ongoing Barbenheimer rivalry. After months of playful jabs and comparisons between their respective films, Barbie and Oppenheimer, the duo finally put an end to the friendly competition. Their warm hug on stage symbolized a new era of camaraderie and respect between the two actors and their teams.

The rivalry between Barbie and Oppenheimer stemmed from their simultaneous release in July 2023, leading to a surge in ticket sales as fans flocked to theaters to witness the cinematic showdown. The success of both films sparked a wave of online debates, with fans arguing over which movie was superior. However, the embrace between Gosling and Blunt at the Fall Guy premiere suggests that both teams have moved past the rivalry and are now focused on celebrating the achievements of their respective films and the contributions of stunt performers to the industry. ignited discussions about diversity in filmmaking, as "Barbie" showcased a female-led cast and creative team, while "Oppenheimer" explored the complexities of the atomic bomb.