Happy birthday! Ryan Gosling turns 46 today

By Lori Macatee
Ottawa
Last updated on November 12, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 46 on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026.

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Ryan Gosling is celebrating his 46th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-director-author-musician Ryan Gosling (La La Land, Crazy, Stupid, Love, Drive, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 46th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Gosling, a cultural icon

Born Ryan Thomas Gosling in London on November 12, 1980, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Canadian history. Gosling's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Ryan hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Ryan Gosling as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 46.

Happy Birthday, Ryan, you're the best!