Bizzare Reason Why Barbie Star Ryan Gosling Worked in $145M Comedy Film Shortly After $16.6M Film With Marvel Actress: “I needed a checkup”

Ryan Gosling is one of the highly acclaimed actors in Hollywood. The actor has established himself as a leading star in the entertainment industry by working with some of the most creative and talked about directors on their passion projects. Gosling has worked across all genres of films, showcasing his versatility as an artist by giving excellent performances in each of his movies. His incredible star power help boost the value of any project he is involved with. 

The actor is currently creating headlines for his upcoming star-studded Greta Gerwig-directed Barbie. The Golden Globe-winning award-winning star has done dozens of rom-com flicks, including the 2011 American romantic comedy Crazy, Stupid, Love. Nevertheless, the 42-year-old star once revealed a bizarre reason behind why he did this movie shortly after doing a 2010 film Blue Valentine with Michelle Williams.

Ryan Gosling Reveals Why He Worked in The Film Crazy, Stupid, Love

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Ryan Gosling is a dedicated and ambitious actor who has cemented his top-shelf spot in showbiz by tirelessly working hard to entertain fans with his silver screen performances. He began his career as a child artist and gained widespread attention for his work in the 1993 Disney Channel’s television show The Mickey Mouse Club. 

Since then, the actor has led a flourishing career and went on to star in big banner projects. Gosling has worked in multi-genre films but has absolutely ruled the rom-com genre. In 2011, the actor co-starred with actress Emma Stone in the romantic comedy Crazy, Stupid, Love. However, The Notebook movie star once revealed that it was because of his doctor’s advice he ended up doing this film. 
Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone in Crazy, Stupid, Love.Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone in Crazy, Stupid, Love.


In a candid interview, he opened up about the reason for starring in this project, saying that after doing his 2010 American drama Blue Valentine with Michelle Williams, he went for a physical checkup. The actor claimed that his doctor advised him to do a comedy flick, and that’s how he decided to get on board with Stone on Crazy, Stupid, Love. He shared:

“I had to go get a physical after I did Blue Valentine. For no particular reason, just that I needed a checkup. My doctor wrote me a prescription, and it said, ‘Do a comedy.’ So I took his advice, and I feel better.”

Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone’s undeniable chemistry and perfect comedic timings in the flick captivated the audience and won both actor’s critical acclaim.

Ryan Gosling Opens Up About How He Prepared Himself For His Role

Ryan Gosling as Jacob Palmer in Crazy, Stupid, Love.Ryan Gosling as Jacob Palmer in Crazy, Stupid, Love.


Ryan Gosling is a fascinating actor who demonstrates extraordinary resilience and generosity in each of his films. He almost makes the audience forget that he is acting. In an interview, The Big Short movie star Ryan Gosling revealed that he did ample research to prepare himself for his part in his 2011 American romantic comedy Crazy, Stupid, Love. In the movie, he depicted the character of a womanizer named Jacob Palmer. He shared,

“I started reading all these men’s magazines, trying to follow all the tips: what you’re supposed to wear, what you’re supposed to have, things you’re supposed to say, and all the exercises you’re supposed to do. I thought this character is someone who follows all these tips to the letter of the law, and yet he wasn’t happy.”

The Glenn Ficarra-directed Crazy, Stupid, Love film stars Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, Julianne Moore, Emma Stone, Marisa Tomei, and Kevin Bacon. The movie received critical acclaimed and grossed over $145M at the global box office.

Crazy, Stupid, Love is available for streaming on Netflix.

Source: Slate