Sophia Bush and Hilarie Burton share a bond that transcends their differences. On July 8, Burton wished Bush a happy birthday on Instagram, sharing a heartfelt post reflecting on their unique connection. Though both were born in June 1982, they arrived in the world on opposite sides of the globe, yet complemented each other perfectly.
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Burton’s post began with a nostalgic statement: “Once upon a time, in the year of our Goddess -1982 – two little girls were born in the same week, but on opposite sides of the world.” She reminisced about their shared love for school, books, and extracurricular activities. Despite differences in hair color, height, hometowns, and schooling, they remained close friends.
Burton highlighted their contrasting appearances while describing their character traits. She shared childhood pictures of the two side by side. “If there was ever a case of Nature vs Nurture, this was it,” she wrote. Burton described herself as tough-looking but sensitive inside, while Bush, though cute in appearance, was fiercely protective of her loved ones.
She emphasized that their relationship was akin to the perfect sisterhood or the best friendship imaginable. “And so it came to pass that the Universe, in all her infinite wisdom, threw these two together and created a perfect storm of sisterhood and feminine rage and salacious gossip and soft, loving trust. It was perfect. You, @sophiabush, are perfect,” Burton expressed.
An Emotional Birthday Tribute
On July 1, Burton’s own birthday, she expressed gratitude for Bush’s love and friendship. “For your birthday, I give you gratitude,” she wrote. “Thank you for always seeing the deep down me and protecting her. Even when we were kids, you saw through the bullshit. It’s your gift. Clarity. Thank you for all the generosity and silliness and partnership. Everything you touch ends up better. Shinier. Happier.”
Burton hinted at exciting plans for One Tree Hill fans in the future, ending her message with a toast to their enduring friendship. “Here’s to more and more and more. Happy Birthday to my Owens sister. #sallyandgillian Xoxoxooxx.”
Meanwhile, Bush celebrated her birthday on July 7 with friends, sharing joyful group photos, including images with Ashlyn Harris, who began dating Bush in October 2023, captioned “some summer.”
Burton’s touching tribute underscores the deep bond between these two actresses, proving that true friendship can thrive despite differences.
