Ryan Gosling Discusses Burt Reynolds' Attraction to His Mother During Early Acting Days
In a candid interview on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!', Ryan Gosling shared how he initially mistook Burt Reynolds' friendliness for personal interest, only to realize it was directed towards his mother.
- Ryan Gosling revealed that during the filming of 'Frankenstein and Me,' Burt Reynolds was particularly friendly due to his attraction to Gosling's mother, Donna.
- Gosling described feeling a 'secondary shine' from Reynolds, initially believing the actor's interest was in him.
- The revelation came during Gosling's appearance on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' where he discussed his early experiences in Hollywood.
- Despite the attention, nothing romantic transpired between Reynolds and Donna Gosling, although she enjoyed the attention.
- Gosling humorously noted that he could have been 'Ryan Reynolds' had his mother and Burt Reynolds gotten together.
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