Eva Mendes is showing her support for her husband by addressing the initial backlash he faced for playing Ken in Barbie. Ken was chastised by some for playing a doll, even though "I'm Just Ken" made him a beloved character all around the world. He took on this role and despite all the ridicule and articles written about him, he created a completely original, hilarious, heartbreaking, now iconoclastic character and took it to the Oscars. Being this Ken's Barbie is beyond proud.
In 2012's The Place Beyond the Pines, Mendes and Gosling became friends. The news that Gerwig didn't get a nod for Best Director and that Robbie wasn't selected for Best Leading Actress has caused Barbie enthusiasts to complain. The La La Land star said that he was "honoured" by his nomination even though he was disappointed by Gerwig and Robbie's rejection. In a year of so many great films, I am extremely honoured to have been nominated by my colleagues. I didn't think I'd say this, but I'm incredibly honoured and proud that it's for portraying a plastic doll named Ken.
There is no Ken without Barbie, and there is no Barbie movie without the two people most responsible for this history-making, globally celebrated film. It would not be possible for anyone on the film to be recognized without their talent, talent, and genius. The actor said that the dolls made us laugh, broke our hearts, and pushed the culture. Their work should be acknowledged along with the other deserving nominees.