Ryan Gosling sought the approval of his daughters before his performance at the 2024 Oscars. The actor involved his long-term partner, Eva Mendes, and their daughters, Esmeralda Amada and Amada Lee, in the process. Gosling mentioned that his daughters attended the dress rehearsal and provided him with valuable feedback and tips, which he appreciated. He expressed how important his family's support was to him, especially since his daughters' interest in Barbie and lack of interest in Ken initially inspired his performance.
During the Oscars, Gosling delivered an epic performance of the Oscar-nominated song, starting in the audience and eventually moving to the stage with a group of performers, including Mark Ronson and Slash. Despite not winning the award for best original song, Gosling's rendition, inspired by Marilyn Monroe's iconic performance, became a highlight of the night.
