Ryan Gosling's Daughters Offered Input Ahead of 'I'm Just Ken' Oscars Act

Ryan Gosling Explains How 2 Daughters Supported Oscars Performance

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Ryan Gosling's performance of "I'm Just Ken" at the 2024 Oscars was a hit, and his two daughters played a role in making it special.

Gosling shared with People on March 12 that his daughters attended the dress rehearsal the day before the show and sat in the front row. They even gave him some helpful tips and notes, which he appreciated.

Ryan Gosling, known for his role as Ken in the movie Barbie, has two daughters, Esmeralda, 9, and Amada, 7, with his partner Eva Mendes. He received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his performance. His character's popular song, "I'm Just Ken," was also nominated for Best Original Song. (Unfortunately, both Gosling and "I'm Just Ken" did not win in their categories on Sunday, March 10.)

During the broadcast on Sunday, Gosling performed alongside his Barbie costars Simu Liu, Scott Evans, Ncuti Gatwa, and Kingsley Ben-Adir, accompanied by a group of backup dancers. The performance, which included songwriter Mark Ronson and guitarist Slash, paid tribute to Marilyn Monroe's Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.

Gosling showed off his Marilyn Monroe-inspired look in a stunning hot pink suit and bedazzled sunglasses. He revealed that he took advice from his daughters, Esmeralda and Amada, about the outfit.

During the premiere of his upcoming film, The Fall Guy, at SXSW on Tuesday, Gosling expressed gratitude towards his daughters. He mentioned that their love for Barbie and lack of interest in Ken sparked his interest in the outfit. Having his girls present at the event meant a lot to him.

Ryan Gosling Explains How 2 Daughters Supported Oscars Performance

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Esmeralda, Amada, and Mendes were Gosling’s biggest supporters before the Oscars, but the children did not attend the event. Mendes, on the other hand, watched from backstage.

Later that night, Mendes posted an Instagram photo from Gosling's dressing room with the caption, "You brought Ken to the Oscars, RG. Now, it's time to come home and help me put the kids to bed."

During the awards ceremony, Gosling sat in the front row with his parents and sister Mandi.

His performance at the Oscars showed off Gosling’s “Kenergy,” but he wasn’t initially keen on singing in the July 2023 feature.

Director and cowriter Greta Gerwig shared in a July 2023 interview with Rolling Stone that he has a beautiful voice and is a beautiful dancer. She mentioned that it all happened organically. According to Gerwig, if she had directly asked him to sing and dance in the movie, he might not have agreed. It was like slowly boiling a lobster, and before he knew it, he was singing and dancing effortlessly. Gerwig praised his fabulous skills in performing these tasks.

Editor's P/S:

Ryan Gosling's performance at the Oscars was a heartwarming affair, with his daughters playing a significant role. Their presence at the dress rehearsal and their input on his outfit added a personal touch to the performance. Despite not winning an award, Gosling's gratitude towards his daughters and his family's support showcased the importance of family in his life.

Gosling's daughters' influence extended beyond the Oscars. Their lack of interest in Ken sparked his interest in the character, leading to his iconic performance. The fact that they did not attend the event but were still his biggest supporters demonstrates the strong bond between them. His performance was a testament to his daughters' inspiration and the love and support of his family. into a singing and dancing sensation. This collaboration between Gosling and Gerwig resulted in a memorable performance that left a lasting impression on audiences.