Hilary Duff Talks About Her Close-Knit Friend Group
Hilary Duff recently opened up about her tight-knit friend group in a candid interview for Harper Bazaar’s “Burning Questions” YouTube series. The 38-year-old actress shared her thoughts on a popular early 2000s trend and gave fans a glimpse into her current friendships.
When asked about which early 2000s trend needs to stay in the past, Duff jokingly mentioned the MySpace Top 8 feature, where users could rank their closest friends. She found this trend problematic and unnecessary, stating, “No one needs to know how you’re rearranging your friend group or that you’re off – stay in the past.”
During the interview, Duff was also questioned about who would be her “No. 1” friend at the moment. However, she found it difficult to choose just one friend from her top eight, emphasizing that all of them are equally important to her.
This conversation comes in the wake of fellow actress Ashley Tisdale French’s claims about being part of a “toxic” mom friend group. Tisdale French detailed her experiences in an essay for New York Magazine’s The Cut, revealing feelings of exclusion and distance within the group.
Addressing the drama surrounding the alleged toxic mom group, Duff expressed sadness and disappointment at the attempts to connect her to the situation. She emphasized that she has multiple groups of friends, including a core group that has been by her side for two decades and various mom friends due to her four children.
Despite the speculation and rumors, Duff remains focused on the positive aspects of her friendships and family life. Her husband, Matthew Koma, even joined in on the conversation by humorously commenting on Tisdale French’s article on Instagram.
Reflecting on Koma’s response, Duff mentioned that she appreciates his sense of humor and does not censor him on social media. She admires his support and fierce defense of her, acknowledging the laughter he brings into her life.
Overall, Hilary Duff’s openness about her friendships and the challenges of navigating social circles in the public eye highlights the importance of loyalty, support, and authenticity in relationships.

