Summary:
- Steve Carell learns Gen Z slang “rizz” (charm) and crowns Ryan Gosling the “rizz king.”
- Carell playfully throws shade at Tom Holland, another charming actor.
- Carell’s take adds humor to the “Despicable Me 4” promotions.
Steve Carell has a new favorite term, and it’s sending playful jabs in the direction of some younger actors. In a recent interview promoting “Despicable Me 4,” Carell learned the Gen Z slang word “rizz,” which refers to charisma or charm.
While unfamiliar with the exact term at first, Carell quickly grasped the concept and knew exactly who to bestow the title of “rizz king” upon: his former co-star Ryan Gosling.
This playful jab might come as a surprise to fans of Tom Holland, another heartthrob known for his charm. Holland, 28 years old, might find himself dethroned by the 43-year-old Gosling in Carell’s eyes. The two actors previously worked together on the romantic comedy “Crazy, Stupid, Love.”
Carell, known for his comedic timing, even joked about the sound of the word “rizz,” comparing it to a screeching rollerblade. But beyond the humor, Carell genuinely believes Gosling embodies the essence of rizz.
Their fun dynamic on set translated into Carell’s playful nickname for Gosling: “Rizz Gosling.” Carell also acknowledged another charming actor, Paul Rudd (his co-star from “The 40-Year-Old Virgin”), as a contender for the rizz crown, though Gosling remains his top choice.
This selection might raise eyebrows considering the internet’s frequent praise for Tom Holland’s charm. Timothée Chalamet, for instance, has playfully acknowledged Holland’s “rizz master” status in a past interview.
Carell, however, has a different perspective, placing the crown firmly on Ryan Gosling’s head. Regardless of who reigns supreme in the world of rizz, one thing’s for sure: Carell’s lighthearted take on the term adds another layer of entertainment to the “Despicable Me 4” promotional whirlwind.
