The best part? Gosling never appeared in the 2009 film.
Gosling told The Hollywood Reporter Peter Jackson fired him when he showed up 60 pounds heavier to the set.
"I was 150 pounds when [Jackson] hired me, and I showed up on set 210 pounds," Gosling said. "We had a different idea of how the character should look. I really believed he should be 210 pounds. I was melting Haagen Dazs and drinking it when I was thirsty."
Gosling admitted he didn't think he looked great; however, he thought it was necessary for the role of a grieving father.
"I really believed in it. I was excited about it. I showed up, and they said, 'You look terrible.' And I said, 'I know! Isn't it great?' 'No, it's not. Go hit the treadmill' ... then I was fat and unemployed."
Jackson's wife, Fran Walsh, told a different story about the actor's insecurities for the role resulting in his ultimate departure from the role.