Viola Davis and Mae Alice Davis - Celebrities Who Are BFF With Their Moms

Lourdes Leon and Madonna

Growing up as Madonna’s daughter must have been a wild experience, having all the attention that comes with being the family of the “Queen of Pop”. However, it seems that, despite some turbulent years, Lourdes Leon, Madonna’s eldest daughter, remains close to the pop diva. Leon has become a world-famous model and singer of her own, and her mother has always been supportive of it.

In a 2021 interview, Lourdes declared, “I would be nothing without the woman who brought me into the world. I revere her.” And clearly, the feeling is mutual, because mother Madonna never misses an opportunity to say how proud she is of Lourdes.

Rihanna and Monica Braithwaite

One of the most influential singers of the 21st century, Rihanna is still topping the charts to this day. The Barbadian beauty is a success in music, acting, and business, and she never forgets to thank her mother, Monica Braithwaite, for always being there. Calling her “one of the strongest women I know, if not the strongest,” Rihanna has been open about her closeness to her mother, especially after her parents divorced.

For Braithwaite’s birthday in 2019, Rihanna posted a beautiful tribute on her Instagram: “Happy Birthday to my sweet, beautiful mother. Thanks for teaching me that strength, love, forgiveness, sacrifice, hard work, and helping others... Love you, and I appreciate you! Thank You God for choosing this wonderful being to be my mom!” Now that Rihanna is a mother of two, she is even more adoring and thankful to her mamma.

Eva Amurri and Susan Sarandon

The lifestyle blogger and actress Eva Amurri has always been close to her mother, Susan Sarandon. Amurri, a career woman and a mom of three, has always credited her mother for teaching her to have confidence and independence from a young age. "I think the biggest lesson from my mom was just the permission to want a lot for yourself, career-wise, as a woman,” said Amurri in a 2023 interview with PEOPLE magazine.

The “Thelma & Louise” star has been by Eva’s side through every major life event, particularly when it came to helping her with her kids. “I’ll be there when she melts down and be someone to take the baby in the middle of the night,” said Sarandon after Eva gave birth to her first child. Now that’s a good mom!

Gigi Hadid and Yolanda Hadid

This supermodel mother-daughter duo is Gigi and Yolanda Hadid. The former supermodel and star of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills”, Yolanda Hadid knows a thing or two about the modeling industry. “She prepared me for how cutthroat and competitive the industry is, and always taught me to be my personal best,” says Gigi about her mother.

Being the older sister of three, Gigi Hadid has a very close relationship with her mother, especially after becoming a mother herself in 2020. Yolanda has long praised her eldest daughter for her work ethic and her “kind heart.” In an interview with “People Magazine” in 2018, Yolanda stated, “What makes me proud of my children, more so than even their success, is that they are polite and respectful."

Alicia Silverstone and Didi Silverstone

She will always be the fashionable Cher from the 90s cult classic “Clueless,” but the truth is Alicia Silverstone was acting long before that. Her mother, Didi Silverstone, worked as a flight attendant for “Pan Am,” but somehow, she managed to never miss one of her daughter’s auditions. “She took me to all the try-outs and stayed until the end,” revealed Alicia in a 2019 interview.

Alicia has often said that her close relationship and parenting style with her own son, Bear, comes from the loving and supportive childhood she had, thanks to her parents, especially her mother. Unsurprisingly, Didi is also a fantastic grandmother who spends any free time she has with her adorable grandson.

Angelina Jolie and Marcheline Bertrand

The stunningly beautiful Angelina Jolie became one of Hollywood’s most sought-after actresses after her Award-winning role in 1999’s “Girl, Interrupted.” But long before that, Angelina already had an adoring fan – her mother, Marcheline Bertrand. Also an actress, Marcheline had that jaw-dropping beauty that she passed on to her talented daughter, and also “the kindest heart in the world,” according to Angelina.

Marcheline passed away in 2007 after a long battle with cancer, and Angelina has never stopped honoring her. In the post above, Jolie posted a beautiful photo of her and her mom on the date that would have been Marcheline’s 73rd birthday, and the caption is tearjerking.

Eva Longoria and Ella Eva Mireles

She may have started her career on “The Young and the Restless”, but Eva Longoria will always be the sassy ‘Gaby Solis’ from “Desperate Housewives.” The Texas-born actress had a “model childhood filled with love and support,” according to Longoria. Her mother, Ella Eva Mireles, is a special education teacher who has cared for Eva’s disabled older sister, Elizabeth.

“She is the kindest, most amazing woman I know,” says Eva of her mother.

Growing up with three sisters, Eva has had strong female role models her entire life, and the adored matriarch who has been there every step of the way has been her mother, Ella. The actress has often said that Ella taught her what it means to be a mother. Aww!

Khloe Kardashian and Kris Jenner

Celebrity royalty Khloe Kardashian considers her mom, Kris Jenner, one of her absolute best friends. Despite the spectacular fights between Kris and her daughters, which we all get to see on TV’s addictive show “Keeping Up with the Kardashians,” the Kardashian-Jenner girls are as close as can be.

In the post above, Khloe captions a selfie of her and her dear mom with the caption “Me and my favorite girl.” They’ve been through harsh times together, that’s for sure, but when it comes to the important stuff, Kris is the go-to gal for all of her daughters. Any guy coming close to any Kardashian-Jenner girl knows he has to go through Kris’s approval first.

Anne Hathaway and Kate McCauley

Ever since she was a little girl, Anne Hathaway was in love with acting, according to her mother, actress Kate McCauley. “She used to come see me in every play”, says Kate in an interview, “I knew it was her calling from early on.” Not only do they have an extremely close relationship, with Anne calling her mother every time she has any news, but the two also share their passion for acting.

In her incredible performance as Fantine in “Les Miserables,” which earned her an Oscar, she followed in her mother’s footsteps. Kate had played the same role in a play when Anne was eight years old. She dedicated the Oscar to her mother.

Bradley Cooper and Gloria Cooper

Award-winning actor Bradley Cooper did a stint of guest appearances in shows like “Sex and the City” and films like “Wedding Crashers” before finally getting his big screen debut with the blockbuster franchise, “The Hangover,” in 2009. Ever since, this handsome and talented man’s career has been on the rise, earning him a whopping nine Oscar nominations for his performances.

And the woman who has been by his side through it all has been his mother, Gloria Cooper. Above are Bradley and his mother attending the 85th Academy Awards Ceremony, when Cooper was nominated for “Best Actor”, for his stellar performance in “Silver Linings Playbook.” In 2011, after the loss of his dad, Cooper moved in with his mother and said they “need each other.”

Serena Williams and Oracene Price

We were all left in tears after watching 2022’s “King Richard”; the obstacles, the hardships, the love, and the perseverance portrayed by the Williams family are nothing short of amazing. But just like the film focuses on Serena and Venus’s father, it also emphasizes the pivotal role that mother Oracene Price had in her daughters’ lives.

Also a tennis coach, Oracene has always been there to teach and support her daughters, and she’s especially close to Serena. After becoming a mother herself in 2017, Serena shared a loving tribute to her mother, saying “she is one of the strongest women I know, I hope to be half of the mother she is.”

Justin Bieber and Pattie Mallette

Pop icon Justin Bieber seems to be surrounded by incredible women, mainly his wife Hailey and his mother Pattie Mallette. A Canadian author and former music manager, Pattie had Justin when she was just 18 years old and ended up raising him on her own, with help from her parents.

Logically, Justin grew up being very close to his mother, and to this day, still considers her one of his best friends. For his 28th birthday, on March 1st, 2022, Justin got a beautiful dedication post from his mother. Pattie brought Justin’s fans to tears with a heartfelt letter about how grateful and honored she was to have him as a son.

Jessica Capshaw and Kate Capshaw

As soon as she appeared on screen, we all fell in love with the incredible Dr. Arizona Robbins, the tough love pediatrician on “Grey’s Anatomy.” But long before we adored her, actress Jessica Capshaw had a loyal fan – her mother, Kate Capshaw. The former actress and painter Kate, also famous for being Steven Spielberg’s wife, has had a long and successful career but has especially succeeded as a mother.

“Love my Mama…to the moon and back”, is what Jessica Capshaw wrote under a beautiful selfie of her and her mom on Instagram. And this has been a constant on the actress’s social media ever since she opened her account. As Jessica herself says, “there is no one I am closer to than my mom, she’s just incredible.”

Taylor Swift and Andrea Swift

She started songwriting and singing at the young age of 14 and quickly signed a record deal with a country music label; fast forward a few years, and Taylor Swift is one of the highest-grossing pop stars in the world. But this country gal has never forgotten where she came from or how close she is to her mother, Andrea Swift.

“My parents have been my biggest fans since day one,” said Taylor in an interview. The pop star doesn’t miss a chance to sing her mother’s praises on her social media account or bring her along to red-carpet events. “She is my best friend, and I’m so lucky she’s also my mom,” said the pop star in a 2020 interview.

Viola Davis and Mae Alice Davis

One of the few performers to receive an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony award, Viola Davis has proven herself to be one of the most talented actresses of our time. And if there is one thing this amazing woman is passionate about, other than acting, is honoring her roots.

It’s no secret that Viola and her mother, Mae Alice Davis, are as close as can be, with “The Woman King” star writing a tearjerking tribute for Mom’s birthday Under an adorable photo of her and her mother, Viola Davis wrote, “Happy birthday to my love. My heart. The reason I'm here. My beautiful mommy! Love, love you!”. Aww, it really doesn’t get any sweeter than that!

Kathy Griffin and Maggie Griffin

When it comes to hilarious and unapologetic comedienne Kathy Griffin, one has to wonder what her parents were like. And at least when it comes to her mother, Maggie Griffin, it’s easy to understand how Kathy developed such a big personality – “she is my best friend, at 51 I still turn to her for advice,” said Kathy in a 2012 interview.

The author and co-star of Kathy’s show “Kathy Griffin: MY Life on the D-List,” Maggie was as charismatic and witty as her daughter. According to Kathy, she always had a smile for everyone, and when she passed away in 2020, her daughter was absolutely heartbroken. “I’m shaking. I will never be prepared for this,” wrote Kathy on her social media.

Lila Moss and Kate Moss

Being the daughter of one of the world’s most famous supermodels, it’s not surprising that Lila Moss had such a love for fashion from an early age. The young model has already done runway shows for Versace and made the cover of “Vogue” magazine more than once. Her mom, Kate Moss, has been cheering for her every step of the way.

In an interview with “Vogue”, Lila said, “If I could fit one person in my bag it would probably be my mum, she's fun and good at advice so I could ask her anything.” To Lila, Kate is the fun parent, and judging by her partying record, we can easily believe it. Ironically, when Lila told her she wanted to go into modeling, Kate told her she “wouldn’t recommend it,” but she’s still her biggest supporter.

Maya Hawke and Uma Thurman

Ever since her role as the sassy Robin Buckley in “Stranger Things,” Maya Hawke has become a Hollywood favorite. The daughter of famous actors Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman, it’s no wonder Maya got her creative genes from her incredibly talented parents. Apart from following in her footsteps, Maya and her mother Uma are also incredibly close – as in best pals close.

“She’s the funniest person I know. I just love her”, says Maya of her mother. The “Kill Bill” star is equally smitten with her daughter, never missing a chance to sing her praises on social media. Uma and Maya collaborated for the first time ever when they worked on the 2023 comedy thriller “The Kill Room” and we can’t wait to see more of their joint work!

Benedict Cumberbatch and Wanda Ventham

When it comes to the “Sherlock” star, there is one woman who inspired not only his stellar career, but also his commitment to relationships – his mother Wanda Ventham. Benedict Cumberbatch and his sister grew up in a loving home where his parents were “the greatest love story we ever saw,” according to the actor.

Ventham, an established actress in her own right, also inspired Benedict to pursue acting from a young age, and we thank her for it.

“She loved me so much that I felt confident about myself from a very early age,” says Benedict of his mother. The two remain extremely close to this day, with the actor calling her for advice on any important life decision.

Lily Collins and Jill Tavelman

Nowadays, the world might know her as the incredible Emily Cooper from the hit series “Emily in Paris,” but British actress Lily Collins has been acting since she was two years old. The owner of an antique store in Los Angeles, California, Lily’s mother, Jill Tavelman, is her “little girl’s biggest fan.”

In 2021, Lily celebrated her mother’s birthday with a beautiful online tribute: “Thank you to my incredible mom for all you’ve taught me and all the strength you’ve instilled in me.” For Mother’s Day of 2023, Jill shared some adorable selfies of her and her daughter, with the caption “This is what my love looks like!!” followed by a heartwarming anecdote of Lily’s childhood.

Jennifer Lawrence and Karen Lawrence

Jennifer Lawrence has always been a family gal, never shying back from how close she is to her family. The Oscar-winning actress says her mother, Karen Lawrence, has always been there for her, reminding her that kindness, respect, and hard work will always be more important than fame.

The “Hunger Games” actress has always said how “fortunate” she is to have her parents. In turn, Karen said in a 2013 interview that “talent is nothing if you’re not a nice person, and that’s just who she is. And that makes us proud of her more so than her talent.” Karen was the one who moved to New York with Jennifer for a year when she was still a teenager so she could audition for roles. Now that’s support!

Leonardo DiCaprio and Irmelin Indenbirken

DiCaprio is one of the world’s most talented, handsome, and prolific actors and, not surprisingly, a notorious bachelor. He’s had a long list of supermodel and actress girlfriends, but it seems none of them has stuck. However, there is one woman who has had Leo’s heart ever since he was a kid – his mother, Irmelin. It seems she’s the only woman he’s gone steady with and keeps close to this day.

“My mother is a walking miracle”, gushes the “Titanic” star. The two are so close that Leo has often brought his mother along for luxurious vacations with his girlfriends. Ever since she divorced Leo’s father, George, in 1975, it seems it’s been Leo and his mom against the world, and they couldn’t be any cuter!

Regina King and Gloria King

The actress and director Regina King is a powerhouse of a woman – she’s starred in some of the biggest films and TV shows of the past two decades, she’s directed an award-winning movie, and has an Oscar, four Primetime Emmys, and a Golden Globe to her name.

Her biggest source of pride is her mother, Gloria King, who was her date for the 2019 Oscars, where Regina went home with the golden statuette for her performance in “If Beale Street Could Talk.” “I wanted my mother to be there if I won my first Oscar,” said Regina at the Oscars party later that night. Regina has said that her mother is the most giving and kind woman she knows, with a huge heart and “always so much love to give.”

Lily-Rose Depp and Vanessa Paradis

“The Idol” star Lily-Rose Depp definitely got the best of both worlds – the insanely handsome and talented actor Johnny Depp for a father and the beautiful, strong fashion model and singer Vanessa Paradis for a mother. Not only did Lily-Rose follow in her mother’s footsteps, she’s also her biggest fan.

“It was really cool for me and my brother to see our mom being the ultimate comforting and loving person but also having a rich, full life of her own, watching her go on stage and sing for thousands,” says Lily-Rose of Vanessa. It seems the French model managed to focus on her career and be an amazing mom, so much so that Lily-Rose calls her her best friend to this day.

Cher and Georgia Holt

She might have risen to fame being half of a duo in the mid-60s, but “Goddess of Pop” Cher achieved a solo career throughout the 70s, 80s, and 90s that was unparalleled. Throughout her stellar career, Cher has always talked about the one person who was always there — her mother, Georgia Holt.

A singer and songwriter herself, Georgia raised her two daughters surrounded by music and understood, to some extent, the wild antics that Cher would get up to growing up. “She would never give us advice; instead, we learned about life by listening to her talk about the things she did wrong and things she did right,” said Cher. As adults, Cher and her mother became best friends, and the diva said that listening to her mother in adulthood had been one of the blessings of her life.

Ben Affleck and Chris Anne Boldt

If you’re a Ben Affleck fan, you probably know how close he is to his mother, Chris Boldt. Not only has the Hollywood actor sung her praises every chance he gets, like when he gushed about his mom being a teacher and earning a master’s degree from Harvard University in a 2012 interview, but he also thanked her during his Oscar win in 1998.

Apart from being an incredibly talented actor, screenwriter, director, and producer, Ben is also a very dedicated son. Have you noticed that he’s taken his mother as his date for several red carpet events? “My mom is the coolest; she was one of the first people to travel down south in the 1960s and protest for civil rights,” said Affleck in an interview with “The Hollywood Reporter.” And apparently, she loves Jennifer!

Alexa Ray Joel and Christie Brinkley

In 1985, blonde bombshell supermodel Christie Brinkley and world-famous musician Billy Joel welcomed their first daughter, Alexa Ray Joel, to the world. Despite getting a divorce nine years later, the two remained close, and Alexa and Christie grew even closer.

Just like her father, Alexa found her passion for music from an early age, and her mother, Christie, was and still is her biggest cheerleader. Alexa wrote a beautiful birthday letter for her mother, a heart-wrenching poem that ended with “Wishing the happiest of birthdays to The Diamond of My Life: My Mother.” The kid definitely has some songwriting skills!

Gabrielle Union and Theresa Union

The gorgeous American actress Gabrielle Union made her screen debut in the 1990s, after doing guest cameos on popular TV shows and then starring in hit films like “10 Things I Hate About You” and “Bring It On”. The talented actress has continued her successful career to this day, also dedicating a big amount of her time to her husband, former NBA star Dwyane Wade, and their lovely daughter.

But there’s another person Gabrielle dedicates every spare moment to, and that’s her loving mother, Theresa Union. Above, we see these amazing ladies attending The Opportunity Network’s 11th Annual Gala on Wall Street in 2018. Gabrielle doesn’t miss a chance to take her mother out to exclusive events and sing her praises online. The two have always been very close.

Beyoncé and Tina Knowles

There are a hundred reasons why we love Queen Bey so much – her talent, her humility, her dedication to her music, and the love and gratitude she shows for her mother. If there’s something the pop superstar has made clear ever since she rose to fame with “Destiny’s Child” in the early 2000s, it’s how thankful she is to have a mother like Tina Knowles.

The successful businesswoman has always been there to support her two daughters, Beyoncé and Solange. During Beyonce’s 2023 astonishing “Renaissance World Tour,” she put up an old photo of her parents in the backdrop to the stage and said into the microphone, “Happy Muva's Day. I love you so much, Mama, and I'm so grateful for all you do for me”.

Jack Black and Judith Love Cohen

As if we needed any more reasons to love Jack Black, the “School of Rock” star was also best friends with his adorable mother, Judith Love Cohen. And honestly, we’d love her too – the woman was a ballet dancer turned aerospace engineer and helped Apollo 13 return to Earth in 1970!

Both her and Jack’s father, Thomas, always supported their son throughout his career. In 2016, Judith passed away at the age of 82, and Jack writes a tribute to her every year on her birthday. Under a heartwarming photo in his Instagram, Black captioned: “It’s true, my mom was a bad-ass aerospace engineer and a loving mother, I miss you mama!”

Kanye West and Donda West

If there is one thing that rapper Kanye West has always been honest about is his extremely close relationship with his mother Donda. And if we had any doubts, they all went out the window when he named an entire album after her. Ye was always very devoted to Donda, calling her “my best friend in the whole world.”

According to Kanye, his mother was the one who encouraged him to work on his music, drove him to the studio, and helped him out with everything, eventually becoming his manager when he rose to worldwide fame. It was a very dark day for Kanye when his mother passed away in 2007, but the rapper has never stopped gushing about his dear mother and best friend.

Ryan Gosling and Donna Gosling

This “Mickey Mouse Club” alumni grew up to be one of the most successful and definitely one of the most handsome actors in Hollywood. Why, it is none other than Ryan Gosling. He’s jaw-droppingly gorgeous, he’s insanely talented, and he adores his mom – what else could you want?

Since his breakthrough film debut with 2001’s “The Believer,” Ryan Gosling has been steadily climbing up the Hollywood ladder, and his mother Donna has been invited to nearly every red-carpet event. The “La La Land” star has often credited his mother and older sister for making him the man he is today. “I grew up in a family of strong women, and I owe any capacity I have to understand women to my mother,” said Gosling in an interview. Lucky Eva Mendes!

Rashida Jones and Peggy Lipton

“The Office” star Rashida Jones is the perfect combination of beauty and talent. Considering who her parents are, it’s no wonder. Her father is legendary music producer Quincy Jones, and her mother was gorgeous model and “Twin Peaks” actress Peggy Lipton. Since she was a young girl, Rashida and her mother were very close, and even as an adult, the young actress has never stopped singing her mother’s praises.

In a 2009 interview, Rashida said her mother is more than her best friend, she’s her “partner in crime.” “Mom is the most unconditionally loving person I will ever know, and she has always supported me on every level,” she continued, explaining how much Peggy had helped her navigate through life. Sadly, Peggy passed away in 2019, but Rashida still honors her every chance she gets.

Charlize Theron and Gerda Theron

The beautiful and talented South African actress Charlize Theron rose to prominence in the late 90s. Her starring role in 1997’s “The Devil’s Advocate” and 1999’s “The Cider House Rules” catapulted her to Hollywood fame. And throughout her incredible journey, her mother, Gerda, has been there every step of the way.

The two are incredibly close, with Gerda living just a two-minute walk from her daughter in Los Angeles, California. They are also constantly seen shopping and dining around L.A. or going on vacation together. Since becoming a mother herself, Charlize has said in an interview, “I can only hope to be 10 percent of the mom mine was to me… She encouraged me to be confident and enjoy life.” Aww!

Laura Dern and Diane Ladd

Daughter of two of Hollywood’s most talented actors, Laura Dern certainly had a place from where to draw inspiration for her own wildly successful career. Always a big fan of both her parents, Laura has an extremely close relationship with her mother, Diane Ladd, which she constantly gushes over on her social media accounts.

They have starred in films together and even written a book together, which was published in April 2023 – a personal memoir of their close relationship, their careers as actresses, and the special bond between them. With the caption “Happy Mother’s Day to this amazing goddess”, Laura Dern posted the most adorable photo of her and her mom Diane making a banana pudding.

Liv Tyler and Bebe Buell

The stunning “Armageddon” star Liv Tyler has been conquering audiences since the mid-90s, and it seems she gets some of her looks and talent from her mother, Bebe Buell. A model and singer, Bebe Buell was one of the most beautiful women of the 70s and had her fair share of romances with some of the decade’s biggest rockstars, including Steven Tyler – Liv’s dad.

But since Liv was born, it seems Bebe focused solely on her, and the two became extremely close. Buell has supported Liv throughout her career, her marriage and divorce to musician Royston Langdon, the birth of her son Milo, and everything in between. “She’s my everything,” said Tyler of her mother in a social media post back in 2017.

Heidi Klum and Leni Olumi Klum

When you have such a successful businesswoman for a mom, it’s hard not to follow in her footsteps. Such is the case with Heidi Klum’s daughter, Leni Olumi Klum, who has been modeling since she was 17 years old. Heidi was the first German-born model to become a “Victoria’s Secret Angel.”

She graced the covers of every major fashion magazine in the world, became the host of “Project Runway” and “Germany’s Next Top Model,” and acted in several Hollywood movies, but what Heidi Klum is most proud of in her life, is her daughter Leni.

The two models are BFFS, with Heidi teaching her daughter the ropes of a very competitive industry, and who better to guide her than one of the world’s best?

Georgia May Jagger and Jerry Hall

If you need any more proof that Georgia May Jagger and her mother are not only gorgeous but a super cool duo, just look at the picture below. The daughter of rock legend Mick Jagger and former supermodel and actress Jerry Hall, Georgia May Jagger had the looks and the connections to become the famous model she is today.

However, she gives her mom credit for a lot of it and sings her praises every chance she gets. Georgia is always attending fashion events and red-carpet galas with her mother, often captioning photos with “attending with my favorite person in the whole world.”

Karlie Kloss and Tracy Kloss

She was named one of the world’s “Top 30 models of the 2000s” by Vogue when she was barely 17 years old, but Karlie Kloss has stayed humble. And we suspect it has a lot to do with her fabulous mom, Tracy Kloss. There hasn’t been a single interview in which Karlie hasn’t boasted about her “strong and loving mother.”

Karlie says that she and her family are who they are thanks to her, she’s the ultimate role model. In 2017, model Karlie said, “Apart from being my mom, Tracy is my best friend, my style inspiration, my everything. She is classy, confident, beautiful, ladylike, and also wild!” Obviously, the feeling is mutual.

Kate Hudson and Goldie Hawn

Ever since her film debut in 1969 in the rom-com “Cactus Flower,” the gorgeous blonde Goldie Hawn established herself as a queen of Hollywood. Her acting skills, her beauty, and her contagious smile and laughter were all anybody could talk about throughout the 70s, 80s, and 90s. And it seems her daughter Kate Hudson feels exactly the same way about her.

The stunning actress who rose to Hollywood fame after her portrayal of Penny Lane in 2000’s “Almost Famous”, Kate Hudson calls her mother “the best friend a girl could have.” She takes every opportunity to brag about her mom and how much love, light, and laughter she’s brought into her life.

Grace Gummer and Meryl Streep

It seems that, apart from being one of the world’s most amazing actresses, Meryl Streep is also an incredible mother. According to her daughter Grace Gummer, whom she shares with sculptor Don Gummer, “My mom and I are really close, we talk about everything; being in the same business definitely helps.”

Grace rose to fame after starring in the hit TV series “Mr. Robot,” where she played a sharp FBI agent trying to solve the infamous E-Corp hack. But Grace has been acting since the mid-90s, and no one has been a bigger fan, mentor, or supporter than her mother, Meryl.

Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds

There will never be a better ‘Princess Leia’ than Carrie Fisher, who claimed the role in the original "Star Wars” film in 1977. But an intergalactic princess wasn’t the only role Carrie could play; this talented actress had a stellar career in Hollywood for over four decades. Despite having a turbulent relationship while growing up, Carrie Fisher credits her mother, Debbie Reynolds, for a lot of it.

The star of “Singin’ in the Rain” Debbie Reynolds, was one of Hollywood’s leading ladies back in the 50s and kept acting well into her 80s. In an interview on ‘Oprah’, Carrie, who was sitting next to her mother, told her “I’m not afraid of anything. And that’s a lot because of your example.” Oddly enough, Debbie Reynolds passed away one day after her daughter’s death on December 27, 2016.

Salma Hayek and Diana Jimenez

Establishing herself in Hollywood after starring in the 1995 film “Desperado”, Salma Hayek has become one of the most famous, talented, and gorgeous leading ladies in the industry. But Salma grew up surrounded by creativity and art from an early age, with her mother, Diana Jimenez, being an opera singer and talent scout.

The two have always been very close, with Salma often singing her mother’s praises, saying “everything my mom has taught me was very important to me, and I keep learning to this day.” On Mother’s Day of 2023, the “Frida” star shared a moving video of her and her mother dancing together, with the caption “how precious these moments of connection are.”

Anderson Cooper and Gloria Vanderbilt

American socialite, actress, artist, and fashion icon Gloria Vanderbilt had a lot of things to be proud of, and her son Anderson Cooper was no exception. A renowned CNN anchor with a prominent career, Anderson always maintained a very close relationship with his mother, even directing the 2016 documentary “Nothing Left Unsaid.”

In fact, when Anderson wanted to become a father with his partner Benjamin Maisani, his mother Gloria offered to be a surrogate at 85 years old! In the heartwarming eulogy he delivered for his mother’s passing in 2019, Cooper said “I loved my mother, and I always told her. She always said it back, and I knew it more than anything. I knew she loved me from the moment I was born, and I’ll know it for the rest of my life.”

Sasha Spielberg and Kate Capshaw

If there’s one thing that Kate Capshaw’s daughters have in common, it’s an unwavering love for their mother. It seems that, much like her sisters, Sasha Spielberg considers her mother, Kate, among her best friends. Sasha, although dabbling in acting and painting, is mostly dedicated to her music; she formed an indie folk-rock band with her brother when she was younger and sometimes performs as a solo artist under the stage name ‘Buzzy Lee’.

“I didn’t want the Spielberg last name everywhere I went; I wanted to make something of my own,” said Shasha in a 2019 interview. “That’s something I owe to my mother; she’s always instilled a sense of confidence and independence in me; she’s a woman in the arts I truly admire,” says Sasha of her mom. Aww!

Charlotte Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin

British actress and singer Jane Birkin was the epitome of beauty and class, and it seems her daughter Charlotte Gainsbourg definitely inherited the traits. Ever since Charlotte was born in 1971, she and her mother have been inseparable. Despite the ups and downs of family life, like her father, Serge Gainsbourg, dying in 1991 and her older sister Kate Barry passing away in 2013, Charlotte and Jane remained close.

“Even throughout our very complex relationship, we always had a rare connection,” says Charlotte about her mother. In 2021, Charlotte Gainsbourg released a documentary titled “Jane by Charlotte,” a very personal portrait of her mother and their relationship.

Jennifer Lopez and Guadalupe Rodriguez

To J.Lo, there is no woman she admires more than her mother, Guadalupe Rodriguez. The Puerto Rican-born Guadalupe started out selling Tupperware and being a school worker, and her husband worked the night shift at an insurance company. They managed to raise three wildly successful daughters, and Jennifer Lopez has never stopped thanking them for it.

“She’s a survivor, which made her very tough; we fought a lot when I was young and definitely had our struggles,” says Jennifer, “but as an adult, I understand how much she sacrificed and know she did all of it for us, she’s my queen.” In May 2021, Jennifer Lopez sang the sweetest duet with her mother onstage for the Global Citizen Vax Live concert.

Margaret Qualley and Andie MacDowell

This Hollywood mother-daughter duo is the gorgeous Margaret Qualley and her mother, Andie MacDowell. The star of “Four Weddings and a Funeral” and “Groundhog Day,” MacDowell has been acting since the mid-90s, and her daughter Margaret seems to have inherited the skills. Even though she trained as a ballerina when she was young, Margaret fell in love with acting and decided to pursue it full-time.

“‘You can be a dancer or an actress or whatever you want, I’ll always be in the first row cheering you on,’ she said,” Margaret recounted in an interview in 2018. MacDowell says she and her daughter “are very close [...] We’re both emotional beings and spend a lot of time together, just the two of us.” No wonder they were so phenomenal when acting together as mother and daughter in the hit Netflix series “Maid.”

Justin Timberlake and Lynn Harless

Ever since his days in Disney’s “Mickey Mouse Club,” Justin Timberlake has had his mother Lynn Harless’ support every step of the way. From his 90s worldwide fame with the boy band “N’SYNC,” to his wildly successful solo career as a musician and actor, Timberlake has always mentioned his mother was his rock.

Above, we see the handsome star walking the red carpet at the 2011 Academy Awards Ceremony next to his elegant and proud mother, Lynn. They were attending the Oscars for the nominations received by “The Social Network,” the high-grossing film Timberlake starred in as Napster founder Sean Parker.

Kelly Osbourne and Sharon Osbourne

When the hit reality TV show “The Osbournes” premiered in 2002, we all got to see the family dynamics up close and personal. And especially the relationship between Kelly and Sharon, which was obviously tense since Kelly was right in the middle of her teenage years. However, these two have grown to be inseparable nowadays.

In a 2015 interview, Kelly was asked about her mother’s struggle with breast cancer and their relationship. The “Fashion Police” star said these heartwarming words: “You are the most beautiful, kind, generous, loving, and — let's not forget — strongest person I have ever met, and the best part is that you are MY mum. I am so proud to be your daughter." We’re crying right about now…

Pandora Todd and Lisa Vanderpump

Ever since “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” aired in 2010, Lisa Vanderpump has steadily become one of the most famous TV personalities in the U.S. The woman has transformed her fame into several TV show spinoffs that are wildly successful – no wonder her daughter, Pandora Todd, admires her so much.

The two are extremely close, with Lisa calling Pandora “my perfect creation.” Pandora herself has become a famous internet personality and social media influencer, being involved in her mother’s ventures, “Vanderpump Dogs” and “Vanderpump Wines.” Lisa and Pandora often travel together, and Pandora calls her mother “the best friend a gal could have.”

Heaven Peralejo and Shiela Luanne Peralejo

After rising to fame through the 2016 reality TV show “Pinoy Big Brother: Lucky 7,” Filipino actress and model Heaven Peralejo has been steadily climbing the celebrity ladder. And she isn’t shy when it comes to public displays of affection towards her mother, Shiela Luanne Peralejo.

From an early age, since her parents got divorced, she and her brother went to live with her mom, and they’ve been extremely close ever since. “My mom and I trust each other, although we also fight,” said Heaven in an interview in 2021. For Shiela’s birthday in 2023, Heaven posted a gorgeous selfie of her and her mother with the caption, “Happy birthday to the best mother in the world! You are my everything!”

Zoë Kravitz and Lisa Bonet

Arguably, one of the most beautiful women out there, and definitely the one with the coolest parents, is actress Zoë Kravitz. Daughter of stunning actress Lisa Bonet and rockstar Lenny Kravitz, Zoe has carved out a path of her own, succeeding in Hollywood and as a model for top fashion brands. But she never forgets to mention how lucky she is to have her “wildly incredible” mother as a best friend.

Zoë and Lisa have always been close, with the “Big Little Lies” star calling her mother “my best pal.” She recounts how, even growing up surrounded by rockstars and celebrities, her mom did a great job of protecting her from the craziness of that world.

Selena Gomez and Mandy Teefey

From her beginnings in the children’s TV show “Barney & Friends” to becoming one of the world’s most famous pop stars, Selena Gomez is definitely an impressive woman. Apart from being incredibly honest about her struggles with mental health, Selena has always been very public about how much she loves her mother, Mandy Teefey. They’ve always been extremely close.

Back in 2009, in an interview with a celebrity magazine, Selena said, “My mom means my happiness, my love, my best friend, and the world to me. She is the reason I smile and the reason I am here.” And even after all these years, it seems the sentiment remains the same since they are really each other’s best friends.

Charli D'Amelio and Heidi D'Amelio

Even though she rose to fame on social media in 2019, Charli D’Amelio has been a competitive dancer since she was 5 years old. With the help of her mother, Heidi D’Amelio, Charli started recording and posting her dancing videos on Instagram and TikTok, and she went viral.

Charli and Heidi have been extremely close ever since she was young, with Heidi always being her biggest supporter. In 2022, the mother-daughter duo even joined the cast of “Dancing With the Stars” together, and the support was astonishing. Nowadays, Charli has over 150 million followers on her social media accounts, and her mother, Heidi, has become a famous influencer as well.

Penelope Cruz and Encarna Sanchez

This Spanish beauty made her TV debut at 16 years old, and she’s been wowing us ever since with her incredible performances, but Penelope Cruz has somehow managed to stay humble and remember where she comes from. The gorgeous star of “All About My Mother” and one of director Pedro Almodovar’s favorite leading ladies, Penelope has always been extremely close to her mother, Encarna Sanchez.

Knowing that her daughter is fully committed to each character she plays and employs method acting, Encarna checks in with Penelope regularly to make sure she’s doing okay. “Every character takes a toll on her, and my priority is her mental wellbeing,” said Encarna in an interview with “Hola!” magazine in 2017.

Ariana Grande and Joan Grande

Ever since her Nickelodeon and Broadway days, Ariana Grande’s biggest fan and supporter has been her mother, Joan. Up to this day, now that Grande is one of the world’s most famous Grammy-winning pop stars, her mother couldn’t be prouder or louder about it.

“I am so proud of my daughter for a million reasons…but to name a few, she stepped out and owned the red carpet TWICE,” posted Joan on her social media after the 2020 Grammy Awards. Ariana and Joan are extremely close, and Joan often attends important industry events with her daughter. “I knew she had a gift ever since she was a toddler,” Joan assures.

Tracee Ellis Ross and Diana Ross

When your mother is “The Supremes” lead singer and Motown icon Diana Ross, it’s not hard to be an adoring daughter. “Black-ish” actress Tracee Ellis Ross shows her love for her mother every chance she gets – “I’m extremely blessed to have the extraordinary mother that I have, and I don’t mean Diana Ross, I mean the mother."

"My mom paved a road that didn’t exist, as did Oprah,” said Tracee in an interview in 2016. The mother-daughter celebrity duo is extremely close to this day, with Tracee still constantly calling her diva mother for life and career advice. And why wouldn’t she?

Julia Barretto and Marjorie Barretto

Julia Barretto is one of the Philippines’ most famous actresses and commercial models, mostly known for starring in fun romantic comedies and soap operas. But no matter how famous she gets, she has never forgotten where she comes from – her adoring mother, Marjorie Barretto, who has been there from the very beginning cheering her little girl on.

Recently, Julia moved into an apartment just a few steps away from her mother’s house, and she couldn’t be happier. “My mom is my best friend and my number one source of strength. Even though she has raised me to be independent and brave”, Julia said in a 2019 interview with “The Inquirer.”

Priyanka Chopra and Madhu Chopra

One of the most gorgeous women in show business, model, actress, and producer Priyanka Chopra became known after winning the 2000 Miss World pageant. Nowadays, she is one of the highest-paid and most awarded Indian actresses, and she has a big soft spot for her mother, Dr. Madhu Chopra.

In all fairness, her mother does sound like an amazing woman — a plastic surgeon and ENT who worked for the Armed Forces and has helped countless people around the world. Priyanka and her mother are as close as can be, with the actress posting an adorable photo for Madhu’s birthday, with the cutest caption – “Happiest birthday Mama. May you always smile that infectious smile of yours. You inspire me so much with your zest for life and experiences every single day!”.

Matthew McConaughey and Mary McCabe

Another A-list Hollywood actor who considers his mom to be their “best friend in the world, hands down” is “Interstellar” star Matthew McConaughey. Back in 2014, when Matthew received his first Oscar win for his outstanding performance in “Dallas Buyers Club,” he took his wife and his mom as his date to the red carpet ceremony.

In his acceptance speech, he had the entire crowd teary-eyed when he thanked his mother, Mary, “To my mother who's here tonight, who taught my two older brothers and me — demanded — that we respect ourselves. And in turn, we were able to learn how to respect others. Thank you for that, mama.” Mary, an actress herself, has been there for Matthew’s career since day one, and clearly, their relationship has only gotten better over the years.

Sailor Brinkley Cook and Christie Brinkley

American model Sailor Brinkley Cook rose to fame after appearing on the 2017 cover of “Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue” alongside her mother, Christie Brinkley, and sister, Alexa Ray Joel. The following year, she made the cover all by herself.

“I couldn’t have done any of it without my mother; she’s always had my back and been there for every photo shoot,” said Sailor in an interview with “Vogue.” On Mother’s Day of 2023, Sailor posted an adorable photo of her as a child with her mother and wrote, “My mom is my superhero.” Clearly, the two blonde beauties are extremely close.

Michelle Yeoh and Janet Yeoh

The incredibly talented Michelle Yeoh rose to fame in the 1990s by starring in action movies in Hong Kong, where she did all of her own stunts. In 2000, she landed a role in the hit film “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon”, but it wasn’t until 2022 when playing her Oscar-winning role of Evelyn in “Everything, Everywhere, All at Once” that she climbed to the top of the Hollywood ladder.

If there is one person that Michelle has thanked and praised throughout her entire journey, it’s been her mother, Janet Yeoh. The Malaysian actress has always been famously close with her mother, and when receiving the Oscar in 2022, she took it straight home to her parents. “Without my parents’ love and trust and support, I wouldn’t be here today,” said Michelle in her acceptance speech.

Nicole Kidman and Janelle Ann Kidman

The stunningly gorgeous and extremely talented Nicole Kidman made her acting debut in the early 90s, and after Kubrick’s 1999 film “Eyes Wide Shut,” she became one of Hollywood’s most famous. Knowing she wanted to be an actress from an early age, Nicole said that her mother Janelle encouraged her to audition for roles and went with her to every single one.

“She’s always been there; when I became a mother, through my divorce, through my second marriage, through it all,” says Nicole of her mother. In the heartwarming photo above, Nicole posts a sweet tribute to her mom for her birthday. The Australian award-winning actress says she flies back home any chance she gets so she can spend time with her mom.

Chelsea Clinton and Hillary Clinton

This famous mother-daughter duo has always had each other’s backs. It's former First Lady Hillary Clinton and her daughter Chelsea. They wrote a book together in 2019, “The Book of Gutsy Women”, and released a documentary series on Apple TV titled “Gutsy.”

In the series, the Clintons go around the country interviewing famous women who are “unapologetically themselves.”

In a 2022 interview with “The Independent”, Chelsea said, “I give my mom a lot of credit for the sense of self that I had." It’s clear that these two are close as can be, even as adults, and couldn’t be prouder of each other.

Blake Lively and Elaine Lively

The stunning star of “Gossip Girl,” Blake Lively, grew up in a family of actors – both her parents were Hollywood actors, and Blake grew up surrounded by the entertainment industry. The actress has always been very close with her family, and after her father passed away in 2021, Blake and her mother, Elaine, became even closer.

In an interview with PEOPLE Magazine, Blake explained that she has a very fun and close relationship with her mother. “She gives me the most hilarious beauty advice, and it works every time!” The two women have a similar sense of humor, which is one of the reasons they spend so much time together. “She’s a great friend and a hilarious pal to hang out with,” explains Blake. What more could you want?

Miley Cyrus and Tish Cyrus

World-famous pop star Miley Cyrus is so close with her mother, Tish, that, on top of being her mom, her best friend, and lifetime confidante, she’s also her manager! Tish Cyrus is a music manager and producer who’s been helping her two musician daughters, Miley and Noah Cyrus, since the very beginning. And Miley couldn’t be more thankful.

Not only are the two Cyrus women beautiful, but they’re also identical in looks and personality. In the post above, an adoring Tish posts a lovely selfie with her daughter Miley with the caption “never a dull moment.” We bet there isn’t!

Lindsay Lohan and Dina Lohan

Lindsay Lohan has been in the spotlight since she was three years old and was signed up for a modeling agency. But it wasn’t until 1998 when she starred in the hit family movie “The Parent Trap,” that this child celebrity skyrocketed to fame. Her mother, Dina Lohan, was also a renowned TV personality in the 90s and early 2000s and managed her daughter’s acting career from the get-go.

Naturally, these two beautiful ladies were always very close, and luckily, this continues to be the case today. They’ve had their share of issues, but they always manage to reconcile quickly, and hey, this is exactly what happens with BFFs.

Melanie Griffith and Tippi Hedren

One of Hollywood’s most famous family of actors started with the stunning matriarch, Tippi Hedren. Starting out as a model, Hedren achieved worldwide fame after being cast in the leading role of Hitchcock’s 1963 masterpiece “Birds.” She became one of Hollywood’s most prolific actresses of the 60s and 70s, all while being a mother to a young Melanie Griffith.

Also a Hollywood legend, Melanie Griffith broke out on the silver screen in the early 80s and saw her way to fame throughout the following two decades. She and her mother were always close and remain best friends to this day. The “Working Girl” star doesn’t miss an opportunity to gush about her mother and how thankful she is to have her.

Hailey Bieber and Kennya Baldwin

Hailey Bieber and her mother not only look alike, but they think alike, too. “My mom and dad’s love story inspired me to marry Justin at such a young age,” said the model and media personality. She and her sister Alaia have always been very close to their mother, Kennya Baldwin. A graphic designer by trade, Kennya has always preferred to stay out of the spotlight despite marrying famously.

For 2023’s Mother’s Day, Hailey Bieber posted the most adorable message for her mom: “Happy Mother’s Day to the earth angel that is my mama. So grateful that you’re my mom.” The two women have even worked together in a beauty campaign since they’re both absolutely stunning.

Zendaya and Claire Stoermer

Being the daughter of a teacher, theater manager, and music producer, Zendaya grew up surrounded by creativity and art. And it seems it definitely paid off, because since her breakthrough role in the 2017 blockbuster “Spiderman: Homecoming”, Zendaya has gone on to become one of the most influential and highest-paid actresses of her time. The “Euphoria” star has always been close to her parents and calls her mother Claire “my absolute best friend.”

Despite her parents splitting in 2016, they have remained good friends and have always been there to support their daughter. The actress has praised her mother on several occasions, admiring what she’s done as a teacher in Oakland, California: “My mom went above and beyond, working constantly to open her students' eyes to an education that could lift them far beyond their current circumstances.”

Willow Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith

Being the daughter of two of the coolest artists of the 90s and 2000s definitely has its perks. But for Willow Smith, the biggest perk of all is having Jada as a mother. Singer and actress Willow has always been a big fan of her mom, saying “she’s the bravest, most amazing woman I know,” and Jada couldn’t be prouder of her daughter.

“We’ve always been close, but as the years go by, we get even closer!” said Jada Pinkett-Smith in an interview in 2018. Jada constantly sings her daughter’s praises on her social media and her talk show “Red Table Talk,” in which she co-stars with her mother and Willow herself.

Will Smith and Caroline Bright

“The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” star Will Smith has been conquering audiences with his charisma and talent since 1990, and his mother, Caroline Bright, has always been there to support him. “I saw his talent from an early age,” said Caroline in an interview with “E!”. Smith is equally devoted to his mother and says she’s the “queen of it all.”

After receiving his first Oscar for “Best Actor” for his incredible portrayal of Richard Williams in “King Richard,” Caroline was asked by a radio station how she felt about her son, to which she answered, “I am proud of him being him.”

Kaia Jordan Gerber and Cindy Crawford

For some time, model Kaia Gerber would randomly post selfies on her social media with her mother Cindy Crawford with the sarcastic caption “Really don’t see the resemblance.” Clearly, Kaia is Cindy Crawford’s ‘mini-me,’ but that doesn’t mean she hasn’t made a name for herself on her own. Or that Crawford has wanted her to follow in her footsteps.

“Being a supermodel is very taxing, and I wanted Kaia to know that from the beginning, but whatever she decided to do, she always knew I would be right there to cheer her on,” said Cindy in an interview.

Kaia says she and her mother are best friends, and they’ve worked to establish a very strong friendship regardless of being mother and daughter; “It’s been really fun for me,” assures the young model.

Chris Evans and Lisa Evans

Chris Evans is the epitome of a Hollywood leading man – he’s ridiculously handsome, tall, charming, has a million-dollar smile that can conquer anybody, and he’s an insanely talented actor. As if that weren’t enough, apparently, he’s “the best son a mother could have,” according to his mother Lisa.

Evans comes from a family of actors. He first joined the local theater in his hometown, at which his mother Lisa was the artistic director. So, they’ve been close since Evans was a kid, and the BFF sentiment continues to this day. Also, it seems that Chris’s fun and goofy sense of humor comes from his mother, who calls him a “big dork.” “She’s a nut; she’s like the character in a movie,” says Chris of his mother.

Billie Lourd and Carrie Fisher

You might know her as “Chanel #3” from the hit Fox series “Scream Queens”, or as the morbid Winter Anderson in “American Horror Story,” but Billie Lourd has been surrounded by Hollywood royalty ever since she was a kid. The daughter of legendary actress Carrie Fisher and granddaughter of leading lady Debbie Reynolds, Lourd comes from a long lineage of strong, talented women. And she was especially close to her mom.

When Carrie Fisher passed away in 2016, Lourd’s world came apart. In a 2021 interview, Lourd talked about her mother, “I miss my mom every day and my grandma, but really, my mom the most. She was the greatest, funniest person ever. She was my best friend ever. There’s no one who will ever be as funny as she is. She was just — she is amazing.”

Meghan Markle and Doria Ragland

The Duchess of Sussex and former Hollywood star Meghan Markle is another high-profile celeb who’s extremely close to her mother, Doria Ragland. Meghan’s parents split up when she was two years old, and she went to live with her mother – the two have been inseparable ever since. A social worker and yoga teacher, Doria is closely involved in her daughter’s life and often spends time with the Duchess’s family.

Doria often accompanies Meghan and Harry to red-carpet events, charity awards, and other high-profile galas. She also babysits her grandkids every chance she gets. “I draw my strength, confidence, and kind heart from my mother,” said the Duchess in an interview.

Alicia Keys and Terria Joseph

Ever since her album “Songs in a Minor” came out in 2001, Alicia Keys has steadily become one of the greatest music artists of our time. A trained pianist since she was 12 years old, Alicia has been writing her songs since then, and by 15, she’d signed her first record deal. Her mother, Terria Joseph, has been a huge part of Alicia’s life since she was young and continues to be “one of her best friends” to this day.

Keys has always been vocal when it comes to showing love for her mother, Terria, often calling her “a Queen, a warrior, a leader, my teacher” in her Instagram posts. “She never waits for my birthday or Mother’s Day to celebrate me; I am so proud of her as a human being,” said Terria in an interview with PEOPLE magazine in 2020

Johnny Depp and Betty Sue Palmer

Hollywood “bad boy” Johnny Depp is the last person one would expect to have a tattoo of his mother’s name inside a heart. However, the man behind Captain Jack Sparrow has never been ashamed of how much he loves his mamma, calling her “the greatest lady in the world.”

His mother, Betty Sue Palmer, grew up in the wilds of Appalachia, and her family was of little means, but she was always proud of who she was, and she taught Johnny the same values.

“She’s influenced my parenting style and my general attitude about life”, said Johnny to PEOPLE Magazine in 2016, after his mother passed away. He called her his “best friend and the coolest thing in the world.”

Gwyneth Paltrow and Blythe Danner

The “Goop” founder may not be everyone’s favorite, but her mother, Blythe Danner, is definitely her number one fan. Blythe, a talented actress in her own right, has praised her daughter Gwyneth Paltrow’s acting skills, her parenting, her kindness, and virtually everything in between. “I admire her so much,” said Blythe of her daughter in a 2013 interview, and it seems the feeling is mutual.

Above, the “Shakespeare in Love” star posted a heartwarming photo and caption in honor of her mother’s 80th birthday: “Happy 80th to you, my wonderful mother. You are a joy to behold, so beautiful and strong. We all love you so very much.” Say what you want about Gwyneth, but she’s definitely a loving daughter.