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Ryan Gosling
Dead Man’s Bones, LLC
9100 Wilshire Blvd
Suite 1000 West
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
USA
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Dead Man’s Bones, LLC
(Production Company)
9100 Wilshire Blvd
Suite 1000 West
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
USA
Ryan Gosling, born on November 12, 1980, in London, Ontario, Canada, is an acclaimed actor, producer, musician, and one of Hollywood’s most versatile and charismatic stars. Known for his intense dedication, striking looks, and emotionally layered performances, Gosling has built an impressive career across various genres, from romance and drama to action and dark comedy. His journey from child actor to A-list Hollywood star highlights his evolution as an artist committed to taking risks and constantly redefining himself.
Gosling grew up in a modest, religious family; his mother was a secretary and later a teacher, while his father worked as a traveling salesman. He and his older sister, Mandi, were raised in Cornwall, Ontario, after his parents’ divorce. Gosling struggled with school and faced challenges fitting in due to his hyperactivity and difficulty in focusing, later diagnosed with ADHD. His mother homeschooled him for a period, and it was during this time that he began developing a love for performance. Inspired by films like First Blood starring Sylvester Stallone, he famously once brought steak knives to school, trying to emulate his heroes, which hinted at his early passion for dramatic roles. Recognizing his creative potential, his family supported his dreams of entering the entertainment world.
At 12, Gosling auditioned for The Mickey Mouse Club and was cast alongside future superstars like Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears, and Christina Aguilera. Although his screen time was limited, Gosling’s experience on the show provided invaluable training in singing, dancing, and performance. When The Mickey Mouse Club ended, Gosling returned to Canada, where he took on minor television roles in series such as Goosebumps, Are You Afraid of the Dark?, and Breaker High. He eventually moved to Los Angeles at 17, ready to pursue more serious acting roles.