Ryan Gosling's Silence Sparks Speculation: Is He Upset With The Academy?

16.02.2024 - 18:05

With the recent announcement of Oscar nominations, the film and music industry buzzes with discussions around both nominees and notable exclusions. Last year's blockbuster, 'Barbie,' failing to secure a nomination stirred controversy. However, adding an intriguing layer to the conversation, Ryan Gosling, who portrayed Ken in the film, received a nomination for the song he performed, 'I'm Just Ken.' Let's delve into the details surrounding Ryan Gosling's apparent silence and whether it reflects any discontent with the Academy's decisions.

Uncertainty Surrounding Oscar Performance:

While 'I'm Just Ken' earned an Oscar nomination for Best Original Song, Ryan Gosling's thoughts on whether he will perform at the upcoming Academy Awards remain a mystery. According to Mark Ronson, the music producer of 'Barbie' and co-writer of 'I'm Just Ken,' Gosling has yet to confirm any Oscar performance. Ronson expressed enthusiasm, stating, 'It would be great,' during Variety's On the Carpet event presented by DIRECTV.

Dreams of an Oscar Performance:

Mark Ronson, the film's music producer and co-writer of 'I'm Just Ken,' revealed that an Oscar performance is a dream for Gosling. The producer shared these insights during Variety's On the Carpet event.

Gosling's Mysterious Stance on Live Performances:

Before 'I'm Just Ken' became an official Oscar nominee, Gosling kept the mystery alive regarding performing live at award ceremonies. The film's producer added, 'No. I think if Ryan doesn't do it, we won't. I haven't been invited so far. And I hadn't thought about it until now, and now I won't think about anything else,' as Gosling told W Magazine last month.

Multiple Nominations in the Category:

'I'm Just Ken' is not the only song nominated in the Best Original Song category. Billie Eilish's 'What Was I Made For' from the same film, 'Barbie,' shares the nomination. Billie Eilish and Finneas previously won a Grammy for Best Song Written for Visual Media for 'What Was I Made For,' outshining Dua Lipa's 'Dance the Night,' another hit from 'Barbie.'

Gosling's Past Reaction to Oscar Omissions:

Mark Ronson was also asked about Gosling's reaction to Greta Gerwig's absence in the Best Director category at the Grammys' red carpet. Gosling previously described Gerwig's omission as 'disappointing.' Ronson shared that he was surprised by the omission and praised Gerwig's unique vision, emphasizing her excitement about being nominated for screenplay and film categories.

Positive Gosling and the Oscars:

Ronson portrayed Gosling as a genuinely positive person, expressing genuine excitement about being nominated. The Academy Awards ceremony is scheduled to be broadcast on ABC on March 10th.