Brenda Song Shares Life-Changing Mom Advice from Kate Hudson

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For Brenda Song, working with Kate Hudson was the suite life. 

In the return of their former co-star for “Running Point” (available on Netflix from February 27), they found immense support from their onscreen partner, as they had just expanded their family with two sons, Dakota (age 3) and Carson (age 2), alongside Macaulay Culkin.

In a special interview at the Los Angeles premiere of “Running Point” on February 13, Brenda shared her thoughts with TopMob News. She said, “Kate often reminds me, ‘Make sure you don’t lose yourself in motherhood, continue to be you.’ I appreciate this advice because it’s something we often overlook.

Additionally, the 36-year-old has been involved in various projects post-motherhood, such as ‘The Last Showgirl’. She mentioned that Kate, her supporter, entered the picture after joining ‘Running Point’, and they share children Ryder (21, with Chris Robinson), Bingham (13, with Matt Bellamy), and Rani (6, with Danny Fujikawa).

Brenda went on to say, “We’re putting in so much effort to focus on our children. It’s hard not to feel guilty when you take a moment for yourself. But here’s the thing: To be the best mother, we need to be the best versions of ourselves.

Kate had a knack for saying, “Don’t fret over it. Relax, let it pass. Everything will turn out fine. Keep your attention on yourself.

Despite spending several months working alongside her, Brenda finds it hard to believe that the actress from “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” is part of her close group.

“She is like a big sister to me,” Brenda added. “Like, this is outrageous.” 

Additionally, the former Disney star not only became more acquainted with Kate but also had the opportunity to meet some prominent families in Hollywood, including Goldie Hawn, who is known for being part of her daughter’s family.

Brenda expressed that she felt as though she lost consciousness when she encountered the actress from Death Becomes Her. She admitted to being extremely anxious since Kate introduced her by saying, “You have to meet Brenda, who plays my best friend.

Brenda admitted that she was totally starstruck by her current predicament. 

Brenda remarked, “I exclaimed, ‘This is more than I can handle! It’s overwhelming, much like a sea of icons.’ You see, if not for films like Overboard, I might never have ventured into comedy. It’s one of my all-time favorites, and so, yes, it was incredibly nerve-racking.

In addition to Kate and Brenda, other friendships have blossomed on movie sets as well. Stick around for more tales of Hollywood’s cherished pairs of friends…

—Reporting by Nikki Novak

For quite some time, Nicole, an ardent admirer of her sister-in-law’s films, seized the moment to invite her to recreate a handful of her beloved movie sequences, such as one from “My Best Friend’s Wedding“.

On the “Everything Iconic with Danny Pellegrino” podcast in May 2024, she shared that we were in Chicago, and I asked Cameron to do something for me. I instructed her to push a luggage cart and race towards me, toward the airport. As we drove past various sights, I found myself urging her to say specific things, and she obliged wholeheartedly. It was quite gracious of her.

It’s a relief that Lawrence accepted the invitation to hang out because we might have missed out on one of our dearest sets of friends. Their friendship began with an email that the Oscar winner sent after watching Schumer’s 2015 comedy. According to her, she said something like, “I don’t know where to start. I guess I should just say it: I’m in love with you,” in the email. They started corresponding via emails, which eventually turned into text messages. However, their bond was strengthened when Schumer invited Lawrence to join her and her high school friends in the Hamptons. When Lawrence agreed, Schumer was taken aback, but she felt relieved when she realized that Lawrence is “the coolest person you’ll ever meet.” On The Daily Show, Schumer mentioned that Lawrence blended seamlessly with their group, becoming one of them.

Who wouldn’t want a friend who essentially has real estate in your neighborhood? They’ve been close ever since they fell in love at first sight during the premiere of Man on Fire in 2004. Jennifer Lopez reminisced about her Brooklyn-born best friend to Entertainment Tonight, saying, “It was one of those instant connections where you just feel like, ‘I adore this person. I enjoy being around this person. This person makes me laugh.'” Leah Remini was among the many cheering on Lopez’s performance at President Joe Biden’s inauguration. She told TopMob News, “I wrote her and said, ‘You know, you’re a girl from the Bronx. What you did today was truly inspiring, and it was just lovely to watch.'” It was simply beautiful.

This celebrated trio of best friends, who have been in sync since their salad-sharing days on the Warner Brothers set, are as tight as can be. According to a source speaking with TopMob News, they essentially grew up together during their time on the hit show “Friends”.

Just like people often catch up with colleagues from their first job, these friends prioritize getting together for casual hangouts (and significant reunions) regularly. As one source puts it, it’s not difficult to attend Courteney’s Sunday dinners or a pool party at Jennifer’s house because of their close proximity. “They all share an incredibly strong bond that will last forever,” the source adds.

Since a fateful encounter at improv training in 1993, Tina and Amy have been inseparable, often describing their relationship as more akin to siblings than co-stars. As Tina, who only has a younger brother named Greg, explained to PopSugar when discussing their 2015 film “Sisters”, “I believe Tina and I are chosen sisters.” She continued, “I believe we are chosen family, so it’s been enjoyable to experience something I never had in real life.

In a similar vein to how people describe love at first sight, Phillips shared with Entertainment Weekly that their bond on the Dawson’s Creek set was instant and reminiscent of strong friendships. “From the get-go, we were destined to share wine, cigarettes, and even bar brawls,” he said. “There was an immediate affection between us that has endured throughout the years.” Lucky for fans, they’ve been able to watch their friendship unfold on red carpets, matching outfits, and the occasional dye job, including a stunning millennial pink hair color for Williams.

The new partnership between the two, who have amassed 19 Grammys collectively, is highly sought after. Having orbited around each other for quite some time, Drake, renowned from “Hotline Bling,” and Adele, famous for “Hello,” have been hinting at a potential collaboration. As she shared with Canada’s etalk, “I truly want us to release an official remix. I adore Drake, I love him so much. In fact, I recently received the coat from his video; it arrived just yesterday.”

Drake reciprocated by expressing his enthusiasm, saying, “I’d be willing to do anything with Adele. I’d even go to her house right now and help with the laundry.” Instead, they opted for a meal out and a visit to an L.A. bowling alley. Perhaps next time, they’ll give us a heads up beforehand.

The mom of two from Washington has always aimed to repay kindness shown during her pregnancy by helping out her celebrity friends. She openly and honestly discusses important topics with her close friend Eva, sharing advice when needed. Their bond was particularly helpful for Longoria when she gave birth to her son Santiago in 2018; the actress from ‘Grand Hotel’ even referred to her as “almost like a doula.” The Scandal alum was greatly appreciated by Longoria during this time.

Over two decades since they won an Oscar for Good Will Hunting, the writers are reunited for their new project, The Last Duel. Despite a lengthy gap between their collaborations, their friendship remains as strong as ever. As Damon shared with Entertainment Tonight in 2016, “I’ve known him for 35 years, and we grew up together. We were both passionate about acting and filmmaking. I believe our shared enthusiasm during crucial, formative years solidified our bond for life.

The relationship between these two influential women in television can be traced back to 1976 when they were both working at a station in Baltimore. While Oprah Winfrey was an anchor for the 6 p.m. hour and Gayle King was a production assistant, they rarely interacted socially due to the newsroom hierarchy. However, during a heavy snowfall, Oprah invited the low-paid production assistant to stay at her house. The following day, they went shopping together at the mall, which marked the beginning of their friendship that grew stronger over shared purchases from Casual Corner.

The friendship between the tennis star and the Duchess of Sussex started out casually, similar to friendships that most people develop. Their bond didn’t grow from attending Wimbledon matches or palace gatherings; instead, it blossomed over shared conversations. As Meghan wrote on her website The Tig, their first encounter at a 2014 Super Bowl event was filled with laughter and camaraderie, talking not about tennis or acting, but about typical girl talk topics.

The bond between the Stark sisters from Game of Thrones, even though the series has ended, remains strong. In fact, Williams, who stood by Turner when she married Joe Jonas in 2019, believes that the most significant outcome of the eight-season HBO show wasn’t its 12 Emmy awards. Instead, she humorously stated to TopMob News at the final season premiere: “It was like one big elaborate friendship setup. This whole show! I’m joking. It’s been incredible. To have a friend like that on something as wild as this is truly a blessing.

Who wasn’t touched by Reynolds, Lively, and their oldest daughter James reacting with excitement as they watched Taylor Swift perform her “Gorgeous” track during a concert? Later, Lively labeled the viral video as embarrassing when discussing it with Robin Roberts on Good Morning America, referring to it as “the raw, unedited version of our over-the-top stage parent pride.”

However, their friendship, marked by Fourth of July get-togethers at Swift’s Rhode Island estate, visits to the couple’s New York home, and appearances in Swift’s music videos, is sincere and should be preserved in every way possible.

Friends generously bestowed Aniston with not one but several friends worthy of a goal. Prior to their collaboration on the Apple TV+ series, “The Morning Show,” Aniston and Witherspoon played sisters on the NBC hit. Reflecting on her two-episode stint in 2000, Aniston told Harper’s Bazaar that she was 23 years old, had just given birth, and was nursing her baby (Ava Phillippe) on set. Witherspoon kept asking, “You have a baby?” To which Aniston responded, “I know, it’s weird.” Witherspoon recalled Aniston being incredibly kind: “We’ve been friends ever since.” Despite feeling slightly anxious, Witherspoon added that Aniston couldn’t have been sweeter.

In a fascinating blend of intrigue and desirability, my unique partnership solidified during the Comedy Central Roast of Justin Bieber in 2015, leading up to our collaborative venture on VH1’s cooking show, Martha & Snoop’s Potluck Dinner Party. As a connoisseur of life, I must admit that this collaboration was unexpected, as I shared with LA Weekly. Martha, unlike anyone I’ve met before, offers a distinct charm that sets her apart from the norm. Yet, she possesses a familiarity that feels comfortably familiar, for she is, after all, a person. Her individuality and era of origin may differ, but spending time with her reveals a commonality that makes our bond strong. She never says anything outlandish, which resonates deeply with me. It’s as if we’ve known each other forever, and our connection feels like a spiritual union rather than a casual acquaintance. That’s why we work so well together, Martha, because it feels like a divine match, far from the ordinary.

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