Sophia Bush celebrated a remarkable milestone, the 20th anniversary of her enduring friendship with Hilarie Burton and Bethany Joy Lenz. This significant event coincided with the two-decade mark of the premiere of a beloved show, which went unmentioned due to an ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike.
One Tree Hill stars Hilarie Burton, Bethany Joy Lenz and Sophia Bush celebrate ‘female friendships’
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Sophia began by acknowledging the show’s anniversary without directly naming it, respecting the strike’s sensitivity. The post featured a collection of photos capturing cherished moments with Burton and Lenz. In her post, she gracefully expressed, “So instead, I’ll celebrate 20 years of female friendships being the ultimate love stories and the reclamation of our good, bad, ugly, and beautiful through @dramaqueensoth.”
Her words beautifully encapsulated the essence of their enduring bond, which transcended the confines of a TV series. She went on to express gratitude to their devoted fan base, recognizing their encouragement to utilize their voices both on and off-screen, concluding with the hashtags #Lucky23 and #20years.
The trio’s connection traces back to the iconic show, “One Tree Hill,” which graced television screens for an impressive nine seasons, spanning from 2003 to 2012. In this series, Sophia Bush portrayed the character of Brooke Davis, Hilarie Burton embodied Peyton Sawyer, and Bethany Joy Lenz portrayed Haley James Scott.
Hilarie Burton joined the celebration by commenting on Sophia’s post, reflecting on the journey they’ve traversed together as friends. She affectionately remarked, “Hey. We made it. Love you.”
Bethany Joy Lenz, too, commemorated this special occasion on her Instagram account. Much like her friends, she chose not to explicitly mention the show’s name, instead opting for a heartfelt tribute. Lenz shared a captivating slideshow of photos, featuring various members of the “One Tree Hill” cast. She fondly declared, “20 years of SOMETHING magical. This will always be my family. Thank you to everyone who made it possible.”
Their shared journey on “One Tree Hill” might have officially ended with the conclusion of the series, but their unbreakable bond continues to thrive, marking not only the magic of television but also the enduring power of deep and meaningful friendships.
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