As Eva Mendes celebrates her 50th birthday on March 5th, alongside her husband, Ryan Gosling, 43, the couple is gearing up for a celebration in honor of Mendes’s youthful milestone. While they cherish the occasion, the pair remains notably private about their family life, especially their children.

In the early 2000s, Ryan Gosling was known for his bachelor status, linked romantically with various stars like Sandra Bullock and Rachel McAdams, often sparking romances on film sets. However, in 2011, his life took a turn when he met Eva Mendes. Their passionate romance endured, leading to the birth of their two daughters.

After three years together, they welcomed their first daughter, Esmeralda Amada Gosling, followed by another girl, Amada Lee Gosling, in 2016. Ryan disclosed the inspiration behind their daughters’ names, with Esmeralda named after the beloved character from Victor Hugo’s novel, while their second daughter was named in honor of Eva’s grandmother.

Despite their fame, photos of the Mendes-Gosling children are nearly impossible to come by, as the couple prefers to keep their family life shielded from the public eye. While occasional glimpses may surface from street photographers, they remain a rare sight. In an interview with GQ, Mendes addressed their choice to maintain privacy regarding their children, emphasizing their desire to protect them from the public spotlight.

Ryan Gosling echoed similar sentiments, expressing how quickly time flies as their daughters grow. Despite his busy schedule, he prioritizes spending quality time with them, cherishing every moment and creating lasting memories of their childhood.