Paris Hilton and Britney Spears have maintained a close friendship for decades. The socialite mogul and pop icon first bonded in the early 2000s at the height of their careers and have stayed connected ever since. Although they prefer to keep most aspects of their relationship private, Hilton recently shared a rare glimpse into their bond during the FIFA 2026 opening ceremony.
Paris Hilton Talks About Her Friendship with Britney Spears
The FIFA 2026 opening ceremony was attended by numerous celebrities, including Tom Cruise, Ryan Reynolds, Katy Perry, BLACKPINK's LISA, Anitta, Rema, Future, and Tyla, among others. According to E! News, Hilton gave a shoutout to her ideal 'girl gang' while at the event. When asked who she would want on her team as MVPs (most valuable players), Hilton quickly named Britney Spears, along with Kesha and Demi Lovato. During the interview, she also joked about hoping to run into Lovato and expressed how much she admires her.
About Paris Hilton and Britney Spears
The two pop icons have been friends since their early years in the entertainment industry, and their bond continues to this day. Earlier this year in January, Hilton offered a rare insight into how she and Spears initially connected. While appearing on the 'I've Never Said This Before with Tommy DiDario' podcast, Hilton revealed that one thing she and the 'Womanizer' singer bonded over was the harsh reality of the glamorous life. She added, 'I was just with Britney a few weeks ago for her birthday in Mexico, and we were just talking about how cruel and mean-spirited people were back then. And she is someone that can relate to that. Very few people can. It has made us both so strong.'
In 2023, Spears released her memoir, 'The Woman In Me,' in which she discussed Hilton's influence on her life and their friendship. She noted that 'It was never as wild as the press made it out to be.' Over the years, both Spears and Hilton have maintained their bond and have actively expressed gratitude for each other.
