Eva Mendes has playfully disclosed which of her longtime partner Ryan Gosling's numerous co-stars has actually sparked feelings of envy in her, and it's not any of the human leading ladies he's shared the screen with.
The Unexpected Object of Jealousy
Ryan Gosling, aged 45, boasts an extensive filmography featuring collaborations with acclaimed actresses such as Margot Robbie, Emma Stone, and Emily Blunt. However, Mendes, 51, confessed in a recent social media interaction that her jealousy is reserved for an entirely different type of co-star: an animated alien character.
The subject of her humorous envy is Rocky, the extraterrestrial being from Gosling's latest science fiction venture, Project Hail Mary. The Amazon MGM Studios film, scheduled for theatrical release on March 20, follows Dr. Grace, portrayed by Gosling, and the alien Rocky as they must establish communication to prevent their respective planets from facing extinction, navigating a mission fraught with potential errors.
A Playful Social Media Revelation
On Monday, Mendes engaged with a promotional post for the movie on JustJared's Instagram account. She commented lightheartedly, 'His only costar I’ve ever been jealous of…Rocky. They spent wayyy too much time together. They even got each others rings. WTF!!? ♥️♥️♥️♥️.' This remark highlighted the fictional bond between Gosling's character and the alien, amusing fans with her mock indignation over their on-screen connection and exchanged rings.
A Strong Personal and Professional Partnership
Mendes and Gosling, parents to daughters Esmeralda, 11, and Amada, nine, have cultivated a deeply supportive relationship since falling in love in 2011 while filming the thriller The Place Beyond the Pines. Gosling has frequently expressed his admiration for Mendes, noting in a 2023 GQ interview that he hadn't contemplated starting a family until meeting her. 'I wasn't thinking about kids before I met her, but after I met Eva, I realized that I just didn't want to have kids without her,' he shared, adding sentimentally, 'I was looking for her, you know? It all makes sense now.'
The couple, who married in 2022 after over a decade together, maintains a balance between their public and private lives. Mendes has established clear boundaries, stating on Instagram in 2020, 'I have always had a clear boundary when it comes to my man and my kids. I'll talk about them of course, with limits, but I won't post pictures of our daily life.' Gosling reciprocates this support, revealing during promotion for The Fall Guy in May 2024 that Mendes assists with childcare and has become an invaluable acting coach. 'She's also like my acting coach. She has really become the best acting coach I have ever had. It's endless how she helps me,' he told Extra.
Family Life and International Moves
Recently, the family of four relocated overseas to London while Gosling filmed the upcoming Star Wars: Starfighter. A source disclosed to Radar Online in December that they appreciate the more relaxed lifestyle, noting, 'They love the laid-back lifestyle in London. It's easy for them to move around unrecognized there.' Reports indicate they reside in an exclusive area favored by celebrities, with neighbors potentially including figures like Harry Styles, Jude Law, and Emma Thompson.
Mendes consistently refers to Gosling affectionately as 'my man' in interviews and on social platforms, underscoring their enduring bond amidst Hollywood's spotlight.
