Ryan Gosling sought the approval of his daughters before his performance at the 2024 Oscars. The actor involved his long-term partner, Eva Mendes, and their daughters, Esmeralda Amada and Amada Lee, in the process. Gosling mentioned that his daughters attended the dress rehearsal and provided him with valuable feedback and tips, which he appreciated. He expressed how important his family's support was to him, especially since his daughters' interest in Barbie and lack of interest in Ken initially inspired his performance.
During the Oscars, Gosling delivered an epic performance of the Oscar-nominated song, starting in the audience and eventually moving to the stage with a group of performers, including Mark Ronson and Slash. Despite not winning the award for best original song, Gosling's rendition, inspired by Marilyn Monroe's iconic performance, became a highlight of the night.
Mendes, although not present on the red carpet, shared photos from Gosling's dressing room on social media, showing her support for him. The couple, known for their privacy, rarely make public appearances together and prefer to keep their personal life out of the spotlight.
The couple first met on the set of the film 'The Place Beyond The Pines' in 2012 and have since maintained a low profile regarding their relationship. Mendes has previously explained their choice to keep their personal life private, stating that they value their privacy and prefer to share only what is already public knowledge.
