The pair had an epic press tour — which included lots of awards and one very memorable kiss.
Twenty years ago, moviegoers fell in love with The Notebook, a heartfelt romance based on Nicholas Sparks’ novel. Starring Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams, the film earned over $100 million at the box office and made the duo household names.
During the film’s release, the stars embarked on a lively promotional tour featuring glamorous red carpet events and memorable public appearances, including their famous kiss at the MTV Movie Awards.
As The Notebook marks its 20th anniversary, let’s take a nostalgic look at these charming photos of Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams from their press tour.
Premiere Pair
Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams were just 23 and 25 years old when The Notebook hit theaters in 2004. Their youthful charm and chemistry lit up the screen.
Award Worthy
Their performances didn’t go unnoticed. The duo received several accolades, including Rachel McAdams earning a Superstar of Tomorrow award.
On Board
At the Teen Choice Awards in 2005, they won several categories such as Choice Movie Chemistry, Choice Liplock, and Choice Love Scene.
Near Miss
During the awards, Rachel McAdams attempted to recreate her famous kiss but accidentally kissed presenter Ryan Reynolds instead. She quipped, “I think I got the wrong Ryan. They’re both Canadian.”
Pop Stars
Backstage at the 2005 MTV Movie Awards, Ryan and Rachel shared a playful, celebratory smooch.
Winning Looks
Their on-screen romance wasn’t just acting. Ryan and Rachel’s heartfelt glances spoke volumes.
Kiss This
They treated fans to another special moment at the 2005 MTV Movie Awards by reenacting their iconic kiss from The Notebook while accepting the award for Best Kiss.
Be Best
When asked what makes a movie kiss memorable, Ryan Gosling humorously told ET, “You have to be born with a magic mouth.”
