Ryan Gosling's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Ryan Gosling.

Ryan Gosling is a Canadian actor and musician known for his work in both independent films and major studio productions. He has received critical acclaim and numerous awards, including a Golden Globe Award and nominations for Academy Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and British Academy Film Awards. Gosling is a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, recognized for his versatility and contributions to both film and music.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2001: Breakthrough Role in 'The Believer'

In 2001, Ryan Gosling achieved his breakthrough role as a Jewish neo-Nazi in "The Believer", marking a significant turn in his career.

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2004: Stardom with 'The Notebook'

In 2004, Ryan Gosling gained widespread recognition and stardom for his role in the romantic drama "The Notebook".

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2006: Half Nelson Nominations

In 2006, Ryan Gosling received nominations for an Academy Award and Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Actor for his role as a troubled history teacher in the drama film Half Nelson.

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2006: Starring in Half Nelson

In 2006, Ryan Gosling starred in "Half Nelson" as a drug-addicted junior high school teacher, earning him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.

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2007: Invited to Join Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

In 2007, Ryan Gosling was invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, recognizing his contributions to the film industry.

2007: Golden Globe Nomination for Lars and the Real Girl

In 2007, Ryan Gosling's performance in Lars and the Real Girl earned him a Golden Globe nomination.

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2010: Golden Globe Nomination for Blue Valentine

In 2010, Ryan Gosling's performance in Blue Valentine earned him a Golden Globe nomination.

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2011: Mainstream Successes

In 2011, Ryan Gosling achieved mainstream success with three films: the romantic comedy "Crazy, Stupid, Love", the political drama "The Ides of March", and the action thriller "Drive".

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2011: Role in 'Crazy, Stupid, Love'

In 2011, Ryan Gosling co-starred in his first comedic role in the romantic comedy-drama 'Crazy, Stupid, Love,' with Steve Carell and Emma Stone. He was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy.

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2011: Co-starring in 'The Ides of March'

In 2011, Ryan Gosling co-starred with Philip Seymour Hoffman in 'The Ides of March', directed by George Clooney, where he played an ambitious press secretary. He was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama.

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2011: Starring in 'Crazy, Stupid, Love' and 'The Ides of March'

In 2011, Ryan Gosling had a comedic role in 'Crazy, Stupid, Love', starring alongside Steve Carell and Emma Stone. He also appeared in the political drama 'The Ides of March' directed by George Clooney, starring alongside Philip Seymour Hoffman, for which he received a Golden Globe nomination.

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2011: Golden Globe Nominations for The Ides of March and Crazy, Stupid, Love

In 2011, Ryan Gosling received Golden Globe nominations for his performances in The Ides of March and Crazy, Stupid, Love.

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2016: La La Land Nominations and Golden Globe Win

In 2016, Ryan Gosling received nominations for an Academy Award, British Academy Film Award, Golden Globe Award and Screen Actors Guild Award for La La Land in the Best Actor category, winning a Golden Globe Award.

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2016: Starring in 'The Nice Guys' and 'La La Land'

In 2016, Ryan Gosling starred in 'The Nice Guys' and Damien Chazelle's musical 'La La Land,' winning a Golden Globe and receiving an Academy Award nomination for the latter. 'La La Land' became one of his most commercially successful films.

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2018: Portrayal of Neil Armstrong in 'First Man'

In 2018, Ryan Gosling portrayed Neil Armstrong in Damien Chazelle's biopic 'First Man', based on the book 'First Man: The Life of Neil A. Armstrong'. He received a Critics' Choice Movie Award nomination for Best Actor.

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2023: Playing Ken in 'Barbie'

In 2023, Ryan Gosling played Ken in the fantasy comedy "Barbie", which became his highest-grossing release and earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.

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2023: Barbie Nominations

In 2023, Ryan Gosling received nominations for an Academy Award, British Academy Film Award, Golden Globe Award and Screen Actors Guild Award for Barbie in the Best Supporting Actor categories.

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