Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt both share a special connection through their daughters, who have a unique nickname for Blunt associated with her role in Mary Poppins Returns. Both actors have two daughters of similar ages, with Blunt having Hazel and Violet and Gosling having Esmerelda and Amada. Blunt’s daughters are big fans of Gosling, especially for his role as Ken in the film Barbie. Gosling and Blunt are set to star together in the upcoming film The Fall Guy, where their characters have a history as ex-lovers who reunite on set.
Gosling and Blunt hold each other in high regard as they work together on The Fall Guy. While Gosling jokingly refers to Blunt as “Emily Stunty Blunt,” he admires her whimsical nature that resembles her character in Mary Poppins Returns. Blunt, in return, has a laundry list of things she admires about Gosling, praising him for his talent, humor, intelligence, and kindness. The two actors have a playful dynamic, as shown in their banter during the Oscars where they presented together and joked about their respective films Barbie and Oppenheimer.
During their time at the Oscars, Gosling and Blunt playfully compared the box office success of their movies, Barbie and Oppenheimer. Barbie, the highest-grossing film of 2023, earned $1.4 billion worldwide, while Oppenheimer made $960 million globally. Despite the success of Barbie, Blunt and Gosling joked about the rivalry between their films and the unique dynamics of their box office performances. Blunt teased Gosling about painting his abs on for a nomination, while Gosling pointed out the success of Barbie having a significant impact on Oppenheimer’s popularity.
The Fall Guy, starring Gosling and Blunt, is set for release on May 3. The film follows the story of Colt Seavers, a stuntman who returns to the entertainment business when the lead actor of a film he is involved with suddenly disappears. Blunt plays Jody Moreno, Colt’s ex-girlfriend and director of the film. Despite their characters’ complicated relationship, Gosling and Blunt bring their on-screen chemistry and camaraderie to life in The Fall Guy. As Gosling and Blunt showcase their talents and friendship on screen, fans eagerly anticipate their performance in this action-packed film.
The playful rapport between Gosling and Blunt extends beyond their on-screen collaborations, as they share humorous exchanges and inside jokes about their respective roles and films. While their daughters are fans of each other for their different roles, Gosling and Blunt show mutual respect and admiration for one another’s talents. As they navigate the world of Hollywood and share the screen in The Fall Guy, Gosling and Blunt continue to entertain audiences with their dynamic performances and genuine friendship. Their playful banter and genuine affection towards each other add an extra layer of charm to their on-screen and off-screen personas.
