Ryan Gosling, the 45-year-old Canadian actor known for roles in films like ‘La La Land’ and ‘Blue Valentine’, recently shared a teaser video with ‘Saturday Night Live’ regular Mikey Day that had fans laughing before he even hosted the iconic comedy show. The clip, released through the social media account of Gosling’s upcoming film ‘Project Hail Mary’, showcased the actor trying to pull off a prank on Day while pretending to call him as if they were reuniting for a ‘Beavis and Butthead’ sketch. However, Gosling’s efforts to maintain his character quickly fell apart, leading to a series of hilarious moments.

Gosling’s Character-Breaking Streak

In the video, Gosling pretended to be calling Day to wish him a ‘Palentine’s Day’ — a playful twist on Valentine’s Day — but the actor repeatedly slipped up by bringing up the release of his film, which is set to debut on March 20. Despite Day’s attempts to play along, he eventually caught on, noting that Gosling was likely trying to promote the movie rather than perform a genuine sketch.

“Is this a marketing thing, you called me and you’re showing me things your character would show an alien…I thought you were doing a bit,” Day said, to which Gosling responded by confirming that they were, in fact, discussing the movie’s upcoming release. The clip, which was released online, quickly went viral, with fans expressing their amusement at Gosling’s inability to maintain his character.

Reactions from Fans and Critics

Social media users flooded the comments section with excitement over Gosling’s return to ‘Saturday Night Live’ as a host. Many noted that the actor has a history of breaking character during sketches, which often makes the segments more entertaining. One fan tweeted, “Have we ever had a host break before they even hosted?” Another added, “I love how he clearly breaks character,” while a third wrote, “I’m so excited for this episode I can’t wait.”

Gosling’s performance in the teaser has generated a lot of anticipation for his upcoming hosting gig. Fans are eager to see if he will continue to push the boundaries of humor and character in his sketches, a trait that has become a hallmark of his time on ‘SNL’.

What’s Next for Gosling and ‘SNL’

Gosling’s hosting stint for ‘Saturday Night Live’ is expected to air in the coming weeks, and fans are already speculating about the types of sketches and guest appearances that might be included. The actor’s previous hosting appearances have been praised for their creativity and unpredictability, and this latest teaser only adds to the excitement.

With ‘Project Hail Mary’ set to release on March 20, the promotional efforts by Gosling and the film’s team are likely to continue in the weeks leading up to the movie’s debut. The success of the teaser has already helped raise awareness for the film, and it’s possible that the same energy will carry over into the movie’s marketing campaign.

As for ‘Saturday Night Live’, the show has a history of featuring high-profile guests and hosts who bring their own unique flair to the program. Gosling’s presence is expected to add another layer of humor and unpredictability to the show’s already vibrant lineup of sketches and performances.