‘Fillers Ruined Him’: Fans Can’t Understand What Happened to Ryan Gosling, 43, after Seeing His Face at SXSW

Ryan Gosling recently graced “The Fall Guy” premiere with his presence. While Gosling shared his thoughts about the movie, the online community focused on something else.

Soon, Twitter was flooded with comments about Gosling’s seemingly altered appearance. Fans expressed their confusion and disappointment with various comments on social media. One fan asked, “What’s going on with Ryan Gosling’s face?”

Meanwhile, others expressed sadness and nostalgia for his previous looks. “Omgosh [sic], he used to be handsome, sad!” one tweet read. Speculations about aging and weight gain also made their way online. “He got old,” a person wrote. “He gained some weight?” a second presumed.

More pointedly, several comments suggested that cosmetic procedures might be the cause of the change. Accusations like, “Fillers ruined him,” and speculations such as “Why he wants to go for fillers…it utterly destroyed his face,” were prevalent.

One particularly harsh criticism stated, “Look what a plastic surgeon did to Ryan Gosling’s face. This is from SXSW in Austin last month. Men…don’t do this.” Another comment mentioned, “Cheek filler overload!”

The overwhelming consensus among fans indicates a mixture of surprise and dismay, highlighting the intense scrutiny public figures face regarding their physical appearance.

Gosling’s appearance raised eyebrows not just at the SXSW. It also triggered concerns about his suitability for his role as Ken in the “Barbie” movie.

The public debate around his appearance has not been limited to casual comments. It was also extensive enough to feature in significant publications, which reported on “Barbie” fans slamming Ryan Gosling for being too old to play Ken.

This wasn’t Gosling’s first rodeo with appearance-based criticism; however, his response remained diplomatic and slightly amused. Gosling wittily addressed the criticisms by saying, “I would say, you know, if people don’t want to play with my Ken, there are many other Kens to play with.”

This light-hearted comeback highlights his ability to stay above the fray of public scrutiny. Further detailing his connection to the role, Gosling revealed how his daughters played a crucial role in his preparation and interpretation of Ken.

They were a huge source of inspiration and actively contributed feedback on his performance, indicating their integral part in his creative process. He mentioned, “They’ve seen a lot pieces of [the film], and helped me a lot with it,” underscoring their influence.

Despite this close involvement, Gosling humorously noted that it might still be “weird” for his daughters to see their father fully embody Ken, suggesting he might delay their viewing of the complete “Ken energy” on screen.

His approach to the role and the familial interactions surrounding it reflect a personal journey that deeply contrasts with the public’s sometimes harsh gaze.

Through this discourse, Gosling painted a picture of Ken as an underdog whose story deserved to be told, imbuing the character with an unexpected depth and defending his role with a personal dedication that extended beyond mere acting.

“I care about this dude now. I’m like his representative,” he joked, encapsulating his deep dive into the character’s portrayal. Eva Mendes came forward to staunchly defend her partner, Gosling, amid the scrutiny and criticism he faced over his appearance and role in the “Barbie” movie.

Taking to Instagram, Mendes expressed immense pride in Gosling’s work, particularly in light of the backlash he received for portraying Ken.

Her post read, “So proud of my man. So much hate when he took on this role. So many people trying to shame him for doing it. Despite all the #Notmyken ridicule and articles written about him, he created this completely original, hilarious, heartbreaking, now iconic character and took it all the way to Oscars. So beyond proud to be this Ken’s Barbie.”

Accompanying her heartfelt message, Mendes shared a photo of herself wearing a shirt that featured Gosling in his Ken role, visually supporting her words and further emphasizing her admiration and support for his creative achievements.

Despite his recent appearance at SXSW stirring debates and questions about his “Barbie” role, Gosling remains an A-list star and one of Hollywood’s most admired men. However, it’s noteworthy that despite his heartthrob status, Gosling has never been named “Sexiest Man Alive” by People magazine.

This fact surprises many, given his widespread appeal and significant fan base that has often rallied for him to receive this accolade. In 2011, when Bradley Cooper received the title, fans were so incensed that they protested outside People’s headquarters, advocating for Gosling to be chosen instead.

Julie Jordan, a Senior Writer at People, explained the selection process, saying, “There is always a good pool to choose from. In the past, we have considered Ryan Gosling, but it’s a matter of who wants and deserves it.”

According to a source, “They tried a few times, especially during his huge year in 2011. The consensus was he’s too serious for it, too artsy.” Gosling’s reluctance to embrace the “sexiest” label is consistent with his public persona; he has often expressed discomfort with his “heartthrob” status.

People’s Editorial Director also commented on the decision-making process, especially in 2014 when Chris Hemsworth was named “Sexiest Man Alive.”

They remarked, “While I look forward to the day when Ryan Gosling is named Sexiest Man Alive, this was not his year. Our 2014 honoree Chris Hemsworth was our first and only choice. If you want to know why, just look at him. I mean, seriously.”

This reinforces the notion that while Gosling is a contender, the timing and context have never quite aligned for him to take the title, despite his undeniable appeal and significant fan support

Meanwhile, we previously reported that Gosling’s “Barbie” co-star also had a transformation.

Beloved “Barbie” star Margot Robbie, 33, is now sporting ginger hair and bangs, marking a big change from her usual blonde hair. She showed off her new look while filming “A Big Bold Beautiful Journey” with famous actor Colin Farrell.

Although Robbie looked chic in a navy shirt, blue jeans, brown suede boots, and jewelry, it was her new hair color that quickly caught the attention of fans online.

Many were thrilled to see Robbie’s new hair. They took to the internet to share their excitement and compliments. “Ginger Margot Robbie. WE ARE SO BACKK,” one fan wrote, showing how much they loved the change.

Others were surprised and said things like, “No way!” and “OMG she looks so beautiful 😭.” Another fan called her “the most beautiful woman ever.” Additional praises included: “Yass bangs” and “Ooh I love that hair color on her!”

Someone else expressed, “Ouh, Barbie brown 🤎” while another commented, “Margot Robbie is found after a month, and that too with bangs.” Another standout compliment came from someone who exclaimed, “Margot Robbie [SERVED] with this look.”

To some, Robbie’s ginger hair might seem new, but she has had dark hair before. In an interview in 2014, Robbie talked about changing her hair for her then-upcoming movie, “Z for Zachariah.”

She explained how she had to dye her hair brown for her role and tried to get rid of the red color afterward. But the dye left her hair very dark, which she ended up liking.

“I just finished shooting in New Zealand and then on wrap I asked if we could just get the red out of it since I had to go to the Oscars. And we left it in for a little long […] But it’s great though, I love it. It’s really fun,” Robbie recalled.

She also revealed that she used to dye her hair dark in high school and disclosed, “I had it this color all through high school actually […] I was devastated when I had to go blonde.” Despite this, she grew to love being blonde over time.

In the same interview, she divulged how she likes trying different hair colors and confirmed that she doesn’t “have a preference” because she likes “both.”

Robbie’s ability to carry off various looks confidently and gracefully makes her a source of inspiration for many. Her journey emphasizes the importance of self-expression and the joy of exploring different aspects of one’s identity.

More than just being a new hair color, Robbie’s ginger locks show that she likes to try new things and doesn’t stick to just one style. Her change from blonde to ginger has fans excited and shows that she can look great with more than one color.

Whether she’s blonde, brunette, or ginger, the “Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn)” talent continues to impress and inspire her fans with her confidence and style.

Receiving many compliments from fans isn’t something that Margot Robbie is unaccustomed to as she is always dazzling the public with her stunning appearance and fashion sense.

Much like the praise she garnered with ginger hair, she also impressed fans with her look at the “Salt Burn” premiere. However, her husband, Tom Ackerley, with whom she attended the event, was criticized for what he chose to wear.

Hollywood star Robbie can do no wrong in her fans’ eyes. The Australian actress and film producer is an ultimate sight to behold no matter what she wears, and she’s proven that to be true in the hundreds of appearances she’s made since promoting her blockbuster hit, “Barbie.”

Her most recent appearance was on the Los Angeles red carpet premiere of “Saltburn” on November 14, 2023. Like with many other sightings, Robbie was with her husband. While on the red carpet, she also posed for pictures alongside fellow industry figures like Josey McNamara.

The actress donned a gorgeous black corset dress showing off her fit curves for the occasion. To finish her look, she kept her hair down in loose curls and accessorized her look with a choker necklace.

Meanwhile, Tom donned a black shirt under a striped brown suit. While it could have been an excellent match to Robbie’s corset gown, people couldn’t help but wonder why he opted for a suit that seemed too wide on his shoulders.

“Just 3 more inches of shoulders and her husband will fit into that jacket,” one user wrote. “Why the shoulder pads, sir?” another questioned.

The comments about Tom’s “ill-fitting” outfit starkly contrasted with the compliments Robbie received on her looks. “[She’s] everything. [He’s] just [K]en,” one fan shared, referencing the “Barbie” movie tagline. “Why does she get to look perfect and he looks like that,” commented one user.

Despite the comments on their appearances, others couldn’t help but admire the couple for looking good together. “They look so good and happy together!!” one fan noticed. “Woow beautiful looking couple!!” another fan praised.

For those wondering how the blonde beauty maintains her stunning appearance, she follows strict routines to look her best, including always caring for her beautiful face. This is the case since Margot Robbie’s career demands her to be in top shape all the time.