There have been many past Hollywood couples that we have forgotten about, one of which was Sandra Bullock's time with fellow actor, Ryan Gosling. The two dated briefly back in the early 2000s after meeting one another on the set of their film, "Murder By Numbers". The 2002 film is what sparked their romance, which reportedly lasted for nearly two years.
Although Ryan Gosling nor Sandra Bullock ever confirmed their relationship while they were in one, Gosling would later reveal nearly 8 years after their split, that the two did, in fact, date. Despite being hush-hush about things at the time, it appears as if the duo were very much in love.
Gosling referred to his time with Sandra as some of the fondest memories he has and has even gone on to say that she remains one of his "greatest girlfriends", Rachel McAdams currently holds the other spot. Despite not making it longer than they did, both Ryan and Sandra did share a special bond, one that we will be diving straight into right now.
10 The Two Met On Set Of 'Murder By Numbers'
If there is one Hollywood relationship that we all definitely forgot about, it is Sandra Bullock's time with fellow actor, Ryan Gosling. While the two did not make it in the long run, they still were one of the most talked-about couples of the early 2000s. The two first met back in late 2001 after being cast for the 2002 film "Murder By Numbers". This marked the first time either actor was meeting one another, and it has become clear that both Sandra and Ryan really hit things off.
9 Sandra Bullock Was 16 Years Older Than Ryan Gosling
Although they were acting alongside in the same film, Sandra Bullock had already been part of the industry for over 15 years, while Ryan Gosling was still an up and coming star. The two without a doubt hit it off on the set of their film, "Murder By Numbers", and started their romance after the film wrapped and they embarked on a press tour. While they made for a beautiful couple, the two received a number of raised eyebrows over their age gap. Sandra, who was 37 at the time, was 16 years older than her fellow co-star and soon to be boyfriend, Ryan Gosling.
8 Their Characters Weren't Exactly Written For Romance
When it comes to their hit 2002 film, both Sandra Bullock and Ryan Gosling played characters that you would not expect to fall in love with in real life. Bullock, who played a 30-year-old homicide detective, found herself down a path of evidence that links Gosling's 20-year-old character to murder. The psychological thriller really showcased both star's acting abilities, however, many fans were interested in discovering how Sandra and Ryan got to fall for one another all while playing polar opposite's on-screen. Despite the confusion, the two still managed to spark a romance, and we honestly don't blame them.
7 They Allegedly Dated For Almost Two Years
After the film wrapped, both Sandra and Ryan were being photographed far more than usual. The duo was also seen getting very close and personal at countless events and award shows, which led many to believe the two were dating. In addition to their close relationship, Ryan and Sandra were spotted getting very cozy during the Cannes Film Festival in 2002, which pretty much solidified their romance. Although the media and public were convinced the two were, in fact, dating, neither Ryan nor Sandra ever confirmed the rumours.
6 But Sandra Insisted They Were "Friends"
Sandra Bullock was at the top of her game at the time of her relationship with Ryan Gosling. She had scored a series of blockbuster films throughout the 90s and was named "Miss Congeniality" back in 2000, so the media was eating her up like you would not believe it. In this case, Bullock and Gosling's relationship was making headline news, leading many to question the two's relationship. During an interview, Sandra revealed that the two were "friends" and actively avoided saying "just friends" because the word "just" would throw off what the true nature of their relationship was like.
5 Ryan Gosling Helped Sandra Bullock "Chill" And Relax
Although they were "friends", Ryan Gosling and Sandra Bullock were all anyone could talk about at the time. Their film, "Murder By Number", did quite well at many film festivals across the globe, which also gave momentum to the romance rumours surrounding the two. Despite neither actor confirming their relationship, Sandra made it clear that Ryan really helped her become more "chill". The star revealed that her "friendship" with Gosling truly made a difference in making her a more calm and relaxed person.
4 Ryan Gosling Later Confirmed They Did, In Fact, Date
Sandra Bullock claimed that she and Ryan Gosling were "friends", which was her attempted at keeping things "politically correct", as she put it. Although she didn't properly label their relationship, Ryan Gosling would later come forward and confirm that the two were, in fact, an item. Neither Ryan nor Sandra have commented on why they remained silent about their romance, however, during a 2011 interview, Ryan Gosling confirmed his relationship with Sandra Bullock, which lasted from 2002 - 2003.
3 He Even Referred To Sandra As One Of His "Greatest Girlfriends"
After confirming his relationship with Sandra Bullock, nearly 8 years after they split up, he then referred to Sandra as one of his "greatest girlfriends". Although he is considered to be quite the Hollywood hunk, Gosling revealed that he has only had two loves in his life, his first being with his "Murder By Numbers" co-star, Sandra Bullock, and of course, his "Notebook" co-star and former girlfriend, Rachel McAdams. According to Us Weekly, the star said: "I had two of the greatest girlfriends of all time. I haven't met anybody who could top them", leaving Sandra and Rachel in the unbeatable top spots.
2 The Two Split Due To The Pressure Of Show Business
Much like most Hollywood breakups, Sandra Bullock and Ryan Gosling met their match, and that was the pressure of showbusiness. After being asked why his relationship with Bullock didn't work out, the actor revealed that their industry is the very reason why they could not make it in the long run. During his sit-down interview, Gosling claimed that "showbusiness is the bad guy", which is often the case for many former Hollywood couples who divorced or broke up due to the industry.
1 They Have Both Since Moved On To Start Families Of Their Own
Although they made for quite the cute couple, it appears their romance was only meant to be last as little as it did. Both Ryan Gosling and Sandra Bullock have gone on to get married and create families of their own. Gosling is currently in a relationship with actress Eva Mendes, who he shared two children with. Sandra, who separated from her first husband back in 2010, is currently in a committed relationship with Bryan Randall and has two kids of her own. While their moments together were short-lived, we can't be happier to see how these two have evolved and managed to find love.
