Eva Mendes makes rare appearance with Ryan Gosling as surprise moment unfolds on ‘The Tonight Show’

Eva Mendes stepped out for a rare public appearance alongside partner Ryan Gosling, as the couple reunited on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon during a special birthday moment for the actor.

Gosling appeared on the late-night programme on Thursday (March 5) to promote his upcoming film Project Hail Mary, but the visit turned into a celebration when the show surprised Mendes for her 52nd birthday.

Photos from the taping show Mendes joining Gosling during the segment as the studio marked the occasion with a small on-stage birthday moment.

A rare public sighting of the longtime couple

Mendes and Gosling have largely kept their relationship out of the spotlight despite being together for more than a decade.

The couple first met in 2011 while filming The Place Beyond the Pines, and their relationship has remained mostly private ever since.

They share two daughters, born in 2014 and 2016, and are rarely seen making joint appearances at public events or on television.

Ryan Gosling promotes upcoming film

Gosling visited The Tonight Show as part of the promotional tour for Project Hail Mary, the upcoming sci-fi film set to arrive in cinemas on March 20.

During the interview, the actor also gave Mendes a warm shout-out while speaking about the film and the support she has given him.

Another major TV appearance coming up

The actor’s promotional run continues this week as he is also scheduled to host the next episode of Saturday Night Live.

The surprise birthday moment on The Tonight Show quickly caught fans’ attention online, with many noting how rarely Mendes and Gosling appear together in public.