Actress Deidre Hall has issued a VIP invitation for Ryan Gosling to visit the set of "Days of Our Lives".
The exchange highlights the enduring influence of daytime dramas on modern cinema stars. Gosling, a three-time Oscar-nominated actor [2], has publicly credited the long-running soap opera as a foundational element of his craft.
Hall is currently celebrating her 50th season on the show [1]. She extended the invitation after Gosling described the series as an "incredible acting class" [4]. The invitation and acceptance took place during a week-long exchange in 2024 [2].
Gosling expressed a strong desire to visit the fictional town of Salem, which is filmed in Los Angeles. "Anytime, anywhere. You tell me, I'll be there," Gosling said [1]. He further described the show as his "OG acting inspiration" [3].
Despite the acceptance, the visit has not yet occurred. Hall noted the delay in a recent interview, referencing Gosling's busy film schedule. "That stinker has not been here yet. And I hear he's got some film out there that's taken..." Hall said [2].
Gosling, who also holds one Golden Globe win [3], has maintained his admiration for the production. Hall continues to hold a VIP pass for the actor, awaiting a gap in his professional commitments to welcome him to the set.
“"Anytime, anywhere. You tell me, I'll be there."”
This interaction underscores the historical role of soap operas as training grounds for Hollywood talent. By labeling a daytime drama an 'acting class,' a high-profile actor like Gosling validates the technical rigor of the medium, which often requires rapid memorization and high-volume production schedules.
