Kate Hudson and Gwyneth Paltrow had everyone doing a double take as they stepped out together at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival on February 13, looking more like sisters than friends.
The duo attended the Arlington Artist of the Year Award ceremony, where Kate was the guest of honour, and the coordination was impossible to miss. Both opted for soft blush tones that complemented each other perfectly against the blue festival backdrop.
Gwyneth, 53, chose a minimalist pale pink mini dress with sheer panelling across the bodice and delicate spaghetti straps. The silhouette was clean and modern, with subtle layering that gave the look depth without overpowering its simplicity.
She kept her blonde hair sleek and pulled back into a low ponytail, allowing her delicate drop earrings to sparkle. The overall effect was understated and polished – very on-brand for the Goop founder, who has long favoured refined, unfussy tailoring on the red carpet.
© Getty Images for Santa Barbara IKate, 46, leaned into romantic glamour in a blush-toned gown adorned with intricate embroidery and cascading gold beaded detailing across the bodice and skirt. The embellishments added texture and movement, catching the light as she posed.
She wore her honey-blonde hair loose in soft waves, parted at the centre, and completed the look with statement earrings that echoed the gold accents of her dress. If Gwyneth’s look was modern minimalism, Kate’s was soft Hollywood sparkle.
© Variety via Getty ImagesThe pair’s close bond dates back decades. Both are second-generation Hollywood royalty – Kate is the daughter of Goldie Hawn and Bill Hudson, while Gwyneth is the daughter of actress Blythe Danner and late director Bruce Paltrow – and they’ve grown up orbiting the same industry circles.
The evening celebrated Kate’s body of work and her recent career momentum, including her much-anticipated role in Song Sung Blue. The musical drama, inspired by the true story of a Neil Diamond tribute duo, has already generated awards buzz, with Kate reportedly delivering one of the most compelling performances of her career.
© Getty ImagesThe Arlington Artist of the Year Award recognises performers who have made a significant impact on film in the past year – and Kate’s return to the big screen has done just that.
As they stood side by side, glowing in matching blush hues, it was a reminder that longevity in Hollywood isn’t just about reinvention – it’s about relationships. And on this red carpet, friendship looked just as radiant as fashion.
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