Ryan Gosling Addresses ‘Barbie’ Oscar Snubs: Full Statement”
Ryan Gosling expresses gratitude for his Oscar nomination but joins others in questioning the absence of his co-star Margot Robbie and director Greta Gerwig from their respective categories. Gosling, nominated for his supporting role in “Barbie,” acknowledges the ongoing controversy surrounding the director and lead actress not receiving individual nominations despite the film’s overall success.
While Gerwig and Robbie didn’t receive individual recognition, they both earned Oscar nominations in other categories. Gerwig was acknowledged in the adapted screenplay category alongside her “Barbie” co-writer and husband, Noah Baumbach. Robbie received a nomination as a producer for the film’s best picture category.
In his statement, Gosling also pays tribute to his co-star America Ferrera, who unexpectedly received a supporting actress nod for her role in the film. He expresses pride in being nominated alongside remarkable artists and emphasizes the essential contributions of Gerwig and Robbie to the groundbreaking and globally celebrated film. Gosling expresses disappointment that they were not nominated in their respective categories and highlights the talent, grit, and genius they brought to the project. Despite this, he expresses happiness for Ferrera and other talented contributors to the film.
