Ryan Gosling, the talented actor known for his roles in films like “La La Land” and “Drive,” is set to take the stage at the Oscars to perform the Academy Award-nominated song “I’m Just Ken” from the movie “Barbie.” This news comes after months of speculation and anticipation surrounding whether Gosling would agree to showcase his singing abilities on the prestigious Oscars stage.
According to sources, Variety reports that Gosling will indeed be performing the song during the 96th annual Academy Awards ceremony on March 10. However, the Academy itself has declined to comment on the matter, leaving fans eagerly awaiting an official confirmation.
The question of whether Gosling would agree to perform at the Oscars has been a topic of discussion ever since both he and the song received nominations in January. In a cover story for Variety in early February, Gosling revealed that he had not yet been asked by the Academy to perform. He expressed his openness to the idea but also acknowledged the potential risks involved. “It might be too much of a risk to have me do it,” Gosling said. “I don’t know how that would work. But I’m open to it.”
Mark Ronson, who co-wrote the song with Andrew Wyatt, shared his dream of having Gosling perform at the Academy Awards during an interview at the Grammys. When asked if he would consider substituting another singer if Gosling declined, Ronson firmly stated, “No. I think if Ryan doesn’t do it, then we’re not doing it.”
“I’m Just Ken” is one of two songs from the movie “Barbie” that received an Oscar nomination for Best Original Song. The other nominated track is “What Was I Made For?” by Billie Eilish and Finneas, which recently won the Grammy for Best Song Written for Visual Media. The competition between these songs has been fierce, with another popular “Barbie” hit, “Dance the Night,” by Dua Lipa also vying for the coveted award.
The 96th annual Academy Awards will be broadcasted on ABC on March 10, with the ceremony starting at 4 p.m. PT. The host for the evening will be the beloved Jimmy Kimmel, who returns to helm the show once again.
While the news of Ryan Gosling’s performance at the Oscars was first reported by DailyMail.com, fans are eagerly awaiting an official confirmation from the Academy. If Gosling does take the stage to perform “I’m Just Ken,” it will undoubtedly be a memorable moment in Oscars history, showcasing his versatility as an actor and his hidden singing talents.