The pair had an epic press tour — which included lots of awards and one very memorable kiss.
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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
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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
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Their performances didn’t go unnoticed. The duo received several accolades, including Rachel McAdams earning a Superstar of Tomorrow award.
On Board
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At the Teen Choice Awards in 2005, they won several categories such as Choice Movie Chemistry, Choice Liplock, and Choice Love Scene.
Near Miss
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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
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Backstage at the 2005 MTV Movie Awards, Ryan and Rachel shared a playful, celebratory smooch.
Winning Looks
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Their on-screen romance wasn’t just acting. Ryan and Rachel’s heartfelt glances spoke volumes.
Kiss This
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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
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When asked what makes a movie kiss memorable, Ryan Gosling humorously told ET, “You have to be born with a magic mouth.”