There's hardly been a more long-lasting or impactful toy than the Barbie Doll. Over the course of the last 60-plus years, Barbie has become a cultural icon — helping to teach young girls that they can do anything.
Recently, it was announced that a live-action Barbie movie is in the works. As if that weren't exciting enough, it appears as if Ryan Gosling is now set to star as Ken!
Ryan was first bitten by the acting bug when he was only a child. At the age of 13, he joined the Mickey Mouse Club, alongside Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears.
Even though it's been more than 20 years since Remember the Titans first released, the film is still hailed as a modern-day sports classic. Although Ryan didn't play a major part, his acting prowess was impossible to ignore.
Ryan plays Noah in the film; a humble yet driven young man who falls in love with a woman far above his station. He and co-star Rachel McAdams had audiences weeping all over the world.
The last time he graced us with a big screen performance was in 2018's semi-autobiographical drama First Man. Ryan portrayed Neil Armstrong — the first man to walk on the moon.
According to reports from Deadline, Ryan is in the final stages of contract negotiation to star as Ken in Greta Gerwig's forthcoming Barbie project!
I don't know about you but as far as I'm concerned — casting directors couldn't have dreamt up a better pair to play Barbie and Ken. Not only do Ryan and Margot possess all of the pre-requisite physical attributes, but their acting ability is unquestionable.
Barbie has been a cultural icon for more than 60 years. She's meant so much to so many different people — most of whom have their own strong opinion on the matter.
"Well this movie just became amazing!" said Twitter user @GraceRandolph. Many were quick to point out how well Ryan handled similar roles in films like Crazy, Stupid, Love.
What about Ryan Gosling screams Ken?! Oh, I don't know, maybe it's his devilishly handsome good looks, his chiseled features, undeniable charm, and heartwarming smile...should I keep going?
"chris evans[sic] would’ve been so perfect as ken," Twitter user @thegirlinlust.
Hey, I love Chris Evans as much as the next person. But if you're going to cherry-pick an MCU star to play Ken, how could you not land on Chris Hemsworth?
Until then, audiences and Barbie diehards alike will have to wait with bated breath for an official confirmation. Hopefully, it won't be too long until we're made to realize how fantastic life in plastic can be.
