The modern world is a vicious place. So much comparison and jealousy surround us all and it makes finding true friends very difficult. It could be argued that celebrities find it even harder to find such companions, thanks to the immense amount of competition they face every day. In some cases, there are celebrities who have found long-lasting friendships together. They have endured so much together and supported each other, and nothing seems to be able to break their connection. Here are 17 celebrity friendships that have stood the test of time.
1. Tobey Maguire and Leonardo DiCaprio’s
Leonardo and Toby first met in 1987 at an audition. they were only 12 years old at the time, but their friendship lasted. Among other similarities they shared between each other, they were both raised by their single mothers.
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2. Drew Barrymore and Cameron Diaz
Here are two of everyone’s favorite Charley’s Angels. Since meeting on set, Drew and Cameron have friends for 18 years. Wen referring to her celebrity friendship with Diaz, Drew Barrymore once said: “We‘ve experienced birth, life, death, marriage, divorce — highs and lows, work, boyfriends, friends, travel — there is nothing we haven’t done together.”
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3. Tina Fey and Amy Poehler
These two were introduced by a mutual friend. They had an instant connection that has grown into a strong friendship. Lasting for 26 years, they are bound the remain close pals who support each other.
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4. Will Smith and DJ Jazzy Jeff
In 1985, this dynamic duo met. Together they formed the Hip Hop group called, DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince. their friendship has been one of the few everlasting celebrity friendships known to the red carpet.
5. Nicole Kidman and Naomi Watts
Both Naomi Watts and Nicole Kidman originate from Australia. Having this in common helped their friendship grow, and last for all these years.
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6. Kate Winslet And Leonardo DiCaprio
Since the Titanic was filmed, Leonardo and Kate have remained close friends. That is 25 years go! They worked so well together that their friendship formed on strong foundations.
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7. Debi Mazar and Madonna
These two first connected in the elevator of a nightclub. A great night turned into an even greater friendship.
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8. Richard Pryor And Gene Wilder
These two comedic actors were laughing from the beginning of their friendship. While they have both sadly passed, we hope they are still laughing together now.
9. Matt Damon and Ben Affleck
These two met in 1987 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. They later went on to work together in Hollywood, but nothing has come between their friendship.
10. Michael Jackson and Elizabeth Taylor: a celebrity friendship lasting even in death
Michael may not be alive anymore, but their friendship lives on!
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11. Queen Latifah and Jada Pinkett Smith
Latifah and Pinkett met as teenagers. This means they knew each other before they became rich and famous. Their friendship has lasted till now and is most likely to last for the rest of their lives.
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12. Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr. and Frank Sinatra
This trio has shared an unbreakable bond. They made up the musical group called “The Rat Pack,” where they sang songs and made people laugh.
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13. Henry Fonda and Jimmy Stewart
A republican and a democrat – who would have thought?
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14. Jennifer Aniston And Courtney Cox
Courtney and Jennifer have been friends since they acted together on TV. The show, “Friends” seems to have created friends. Not to mention friendships that lasted 28 years!
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15. Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King
Gayle and Oprah met when they were in their early 20s when living in Baltimore. After a freak snowstorm, Gayle was left without a place to stay. Oprah kindly let her stay with her. Their friendship grew stronger with each year.
16. Sarah Jessica Parker and Andy Cohen
This friendship has been blooming since the ’90s. They were even each other’s dates for the 2018 met gala.
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