close friend

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Two years later, Travolta’s close friend and “Grease” co-star, Olivia Newton-John, died after her own lengthy battle with breast cancer.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Jota's song is sung in the 20th minute of every game – he wore number 20 – while Andrew Robertson referenced his close friend after Scotland qualified for the World Cup.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Monroe’s estate was controlled by Anna Strasberg, the second wife of Monroe’s acting coach and close friend, Lee Strasberg, since his death in 1982.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Mr. Cornyn is a close friend, and I volunteered to raise money for his political action committee.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Noble Threewitt, the young horseman who was sharing the horse stall with Smith, happened to be training horses for George Giannini, Charles Howard’s close friend.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand