Best Friends Forever
Lights, camera, friendship! Hollywood often sparkles with drama, but some of the brightest on-set sparks aren’t romantic—they’re platonic. These iconic duos turned shared scripts and long shoot days into lifelong bonds. From Dawson’s Creek to Titanic and beyond, here’s a slideshow-worthy roundup of celeb besties whose close connections began where the cameras rolled.
Michelle Williams & Busy Philipps
They met on the set of Dawson’s Creek in the early 2000s, and the instant click between Michelle Williams and Busy Philipps has lasted over two decades. These two have become each other’s North Stars through life’s storms and triumphs, attending red carpets as “each other’s plus‑ones” and even sharing the sweetest nostalgic posts.
Maisie Williams & Sophie Turner
Game of Thrones’ on-screen sisters Arya and Sansa took ‘sisterhood goals’ to another level—outside of Westeros. Maisie Williams and Sophie Turner bonded from the very first season, calling themselves “Mophie” and becoming inseparable in real life, with their friendship earning just as much fan love as their characters’ saga.
Zach Braff & Donald Faison
Their bromance bloomed on Scrubs—Zach Braff and Donald Faison played best mates JD and Turk, and in real life, they’ve kept the friendship strong. With endless pranks, heartfelt moments, and on-screen cameos in each other’s lives, their bond feels like the realest sitcom subplot out there.
Meryl Streep & Viola Davis
Two of the greatest actors of our time who’ve shared casts and countless accolades, Meryl Streep and Viola Davis are mutual admirers who bonded over big roles and bigger talent. While they haven’t co-starred in a blockbuster together, their respect for each other—and willingness to root for one another from afar—sparked a friendship that Hollywood adores..
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Leonardo DiCaprio & Kate Winslet
Their Titanic chemistry froze hearts—and decades later, their real-life friendship remains Titanic-sized. Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet have stayed close since 1997, supporting each other’s art, attending premieres together, and proving that true friendship can survive burning icebergs. Their camaraderie is the envy of every co-star.
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Ashley Tisdale & Vanessa Hudgens
Meeting on Disney’s High School Musical sets, Ashley Tisdale and Vanessa Hudgens belted out tunes and “we’re all in this together” became a mantra that translated off-screen too. Whether shopping, supporting each other’s projects, or just nagging about life’s fries and woes, they’ve grown from high school musicals to high-flying careers together.
Ashley Benson & Shay Mitchell
Pretty Little Liars did more than drop mystery plot lines—they knit Ashley Benson and Shay Mitchell into real-life besties. They went from playing tight-knit TV friends to real-world partners in crime, sharing inside jokes, birthday selfies, and wardrobe hand-me-downs. Their off-screen adventures are just as dramatic—and delightful—as their on-screen secrets.
Seth Rogen & James Franco
Seth Rogen and James Franco turned lots of shared laughter, improv bits, and stoner-comedy genius into a lifelong bromance. Their friendship grew through early projects like Freaks and Geeks, and every red carpet appearance and podcast chat feels like a reunion of stand-up roommates.
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Anna Kendrick & Aubrey Plaza
Their zero chemistry on Scott Pilgrim is legendary, but off-camera, Anna Kendrick and Aubrey Plaza clicked in delightfully awkward, hilarious ways. Their opposites-attract vibe—one sparkly and bubbly, the other deadpan and surreal—makes their friendship a comedic masterpiece. They’re each other’s “straight person” and “chaos mule,” and we’re here for it.
Snoop Dogg & Martha Stewart
Call it the ultimate “unlikely duo,” but Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart have shown the world that baked goods—or baked beats—make a killer friendship. Cooking show segments, guest spots, and mutual teasing on social media turned this intergenerational, cross-genre friendship into a pop-culture treasure.
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Angela Kinsey & Jenna Fischer
Angela Kinsey and Jenna Fischer first connected as Pam and Angela on The Office, and then off-camera they turned into real-life BFFs who co-authored a book together. Their behind-the-scenes laughter, synchronized desk antics, and endless nostalgic chats show how sitcom friendships can become soul friendships. For them, Dunder Mifflin is best friends territory.
Sienna Miller & Keira Knightley
After romancing cameras in Pride & Prejudice and The Edge of Love, Sienna Miller and Keira Knightley struck up a friendship based on mutual respect, sartorial choices, and sporadic tea sessions. Their style and kindness and mutual giggles turned sets into best friend dates. They’re chic, ironic, and constantly reminding us you can be petty and polite all at once.
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Sarah Paulson & Amanda Peet
Between courtroom dramas and rom-com cameos, Sarah Paulson and Amanda Peet found solace in savage wit and genuine care. Their friendship is fierce, built on shared experiences in showbiz, fierce support during press tours, and stylish slayage at awards shows. Together, they show that sometimes your best comfort food is another brilliant actor.
Ansel Elgort & Shailene Woodley
They were sweetly caught in The Fault in Our Stars—and beyond on set, Ansel Elgort and Shailene Woodley turned their innocent meet-cute into a lovely, enduring friendship. Their compatibility translates into group snaps, mutual fan love, and a genuine fondness that shines in interviews. Their platonic vibe is one of the most wholesome Hollywood pairings.
George Clooney & Julia Roberts
When George Clooney and Julia Roberts co-starred in Ocean’s Eleven, their shared charisma sparked a friendship that’s lasted through decades of awards shows and table-read dinners. They keep showing up for each other—cosponsored events, mutual praise, and joke-filled reunions that remind us how long-lasting on-screen chemistry can translate off-camera.
Dominic Cooper & James Corden
Starting from Much Ado About Nothing, Dominic Cooper and James Corden’s friendship morphed through West End stages, UK talk shows, and transatlantic collaborations. Their cheeky humor and comedic timing complement each other whether on stage or in life. From messing up Shakespeare to messing with each other, they radiate joyous creative camaraderie.
JWoww & Snookie
Reality TV made them icons—Jersey Shore’s JWoww and Snookie spent days (and nights) creating drama together, and what’s realer than that? Their on-and-off friendship shows the messy, loving complexity of real best friends. Through tattoos, tears, and turnt nights, they’re a reality duo we watch over and over—just like our favorite seasons.
Chris Evans & Chris Hemsworth
Hollywood’s two Chrises are besties beyond the Avengers, bonding over brotherhood, bromance, and buzzworthy biceps. Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth keep the laughs flowing off camera as much as on, whether that involves mutual teasing on set or co-hosting MCU afterparties. Their friendship is super-powered in every sense.
Aaron Paul & Bryan Cranston
Walter and Jesse from Breaking Bad didn't just break bad together—they built a powerful real-world friendship that continues through their mezcal venture and heartfelt public tributes. Aaron Paul calls Bryan Cranston a mentor and “one of the best friends on the planet,” and that mentorship shows. Their bond is proof that great acting chemistry often reflects real love.
Hilary Duff & Molly Bernard
Though not always together on the same set, Hilary Duff and Molly Bernard’s paths crossed during Duff’s guest spots, and their friendship blossomed with authenticity, late-night laughs, and endless mutual styling. Their connection proves that even cameo buddies can become your #1 hype squad. It’s icing on the BFF cake.
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Darren Criss & Lea Michele
From Glee glees to lifelong feels, Darren Criss and Lea Michele’s friendship began in high school drama and blossomed in the Glee choir. Sharing solos and spotlight moments forged a friendship that still hits high notes today. Their harmony isn’t just musical—it’s deeply human.
Emma Watson & Tom Felton
On the Hogwarts Express, Emma Watson and Tom Felton started with scripted rivalries—but their off-screen friendship tells a different story of supportive camaraderie. From sibling rivalry to strong real-life loyalty, their friendship shows how mutual respect can redefine even the trickiest roles. They’re proof that house divisions don’t matter when muggle hearts align.
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