Ryan Thomas Gosling (born November 12, 1980) is a Canadian actor, widely recognized for his roles in independent films and major studio features. His films have grossed over $2 billion worldwide. Throughout his career, Gosling has received various accolades, including a Golden Globe Award, and nominations for three Academy Awards, two British Academy Film Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award. He began his acting career at age 13 on Disney Channel's The All New Mickey Mouse Club, later going on to appear in other family entertainment programs. His breakthrough role was as a Jewish neo-Nazi in The Believer (2001), and he gained stardom in the 2004 romantic drama The Notebook. Gosling also has a music career, forming the indie rock band Dead Man's Bones in 2007. He is a co-owner of Tagine, a Moroccan restaurant in Beverly Hills, California, and a supporter of several charities, including PETA and the Enough Project, doing field work in regions like Chad, Uganda, and eastern Congo.

Gosling's personal life has also drawn public interest. He has been in a relationship with actress Eva Mendes since 2011, with whom he has two daughters. Despite living in the public eye, Gosling is known for maintaining his privacy, staying out of the typical Hollywood spotlight and leading a low-key life alongside his family.