Ryan Gosling decided to play 'loser' Ken in 'Barbie' movie because of wild omen
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Ryan Gosling, 41, is starring as Ken alongside Margot Robbie in the upcoming "Barbie" flick — but he only realized the role was truly meant for him after witnessing a striking omen in his backyard.
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Ryan Gosling releases three renditions of Barbie's 'I'm Just Ken' song
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Ryan Gosling Reveals Why He Said Yes to Playing Ken in 'Barbie' Movie – The Hollywood Reporter
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Ryan Gosling has hilarious reply to those saying he's 'too old' to play Ken in 'Barbie' movie
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Barbie: Ryan Gosling Pushed For A Wild Ken Fight That Never Made The Final Cut
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Ryan Gosling says the Ken he is playing in 'Barbie' is a broke b!sh. Thoughts? : r/popculturechat
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Ryan Gosling Chimes In On 'Barbie' Oscars Snubs With Strongly-Worded Statement
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Ryan Gosling Was Reluctant to Play Ken in the “Barbie” Movie
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Ryan Gosling decided to play 'loser' Ken in 'Barbie' movie because of wild omen
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Ryan Gosling sings as Ken in emotional never-before-seen Barbie film clip