After 76 years of friendship, two lifelong best friends share a touching reunion
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Friendship has a way of outlasting time, distance, and even life’s most difficult challenges. A viral TikTok video has proven this once again, showing the emotional reunion of two women who have been best friends for 76 years.
The clip, posted by granddaughter Camryn Kleinwaks, has already captured the hearts of millions of viewers.
The touching embrace between the two women has quickly become a reminder of what true lifelong connection looks like.
Kleinwaks introduced the video with a caption that set the tone for its impact. “Choose your friends wisely because this is my 86-year-old grandma seeing her best friend of 76 years. Reminder that it’s your grandma’s first time living, too,” she wrote.
The clip shows Barbara “Bubbie” Marder embracing her best friend, Linda Lyons, after a year apart.
Their joy was so overwhelming that they held each other for over a minute, with Bubbie repeating the words, “Oh my God. oh my God.”
The friendship between Bubbie and Lyons began when they were just 10 years old growing up in Brooklyn.
They celebrated milestones together, from weddings to becoming grandmothers at nearly the same time.
Even after Bubbie moved to Maryland and Lyons later relocated to Massachusetts, their bond never broke.
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Their families eventually started arranging yearly meetups in Connecticut, ensuring that time and distance never stood in their way.
The strength of their connection is made even more remarkable by the challenges they faced. A decade ago, Bubbie suffered a massive stroke that left her unable to walk or speak beyond a few words.
Lyons and her husband also developed health issues that limited their ability to travel. Still, both women refused to let circumstances sever their bond, relying on their daughters to help keep the tradition of reunions alive.
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For the last several years, these reunions have become a cherished highlight of their lives. This year’s meeting carried a particularly emotional weight, captured in the video that has since gone viral.
Kleinwaks said she was moved to tears as she filmed, explaining, “They were crying and I was, too, when I watched because it was just so sweet and wholesome—and you could just tell they really needed to be together.”
The response from viewers has been overwhelming, with thousands of comments praising the women’s dedication to one another.
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Many users pointed out how rare and powerful such a friendship is. One person commented, “Imagine how many times they had to forgive each other.”
Another wrote, “Those aren’t friends. Those are soul mate sisters.” The families of both women have been deeply touched by the viral attention, with Kleinwaks saying it was a surprise to see so many people embrace their story of devotion.
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Moments like these show that even as the world changes, some bonds remain unshakable. Do you have a friend you’ve shared decades of life with? Share your own stories of lifelong friendships in the comments—because these rare connections deserve to be celebrated.
The clip, posted by granddaughter Camryn Kleinwaks, has already captured the hearts of millions of viewers.
The touching embrace between the two women has quickly become a reminder of what true lifelong connection looks like.
Kleinwaks introduced the video with a caption that set the tone for its impact. “Choose your friends wisely because this is my 86-year-old grandma seeing her best friend of 76 years. Reminder that it’s your grandma’s first time living, too,” she wrote.
The clip shows Barbara “Bubbie” Marder embracing her best friend, Linda Lyons, after a year apart.
Their joy was so overwhelming that they held each other for over a minute, with Bubbie repeating the words, “Oh my God. oh my God.”
After 76 years of friendship, two lifelong best friends share a touching reunion. Image source: Source: camrynkleinwalks / TikTok
The friendship between Bubbie and Lyons began when they were just 10 years old growing up in Brooklyn.
They celebrated milestones together, from weddings to becoming grandmothers at nearly the same time.
Even after Bubbie moved to Maryland and Lyons later relocated to Massachusetts, their bond never broke.
Also read: Struggling to make friends as an adult? Discover the surprising ways 7 people built meaningful connections!
Their families eventually started arranging yearly meetups in Connecticut, ensuring that time and distance never stood in their way.
The strength of their connection is made even more remarkable by the challenges they faced. A decade ago, Bubbie suffered a massive stroke that left her unable to walk or speak beyond a few words.
Lyons and her husband also developed health issues that limited their ability to travel. Still, both women refused to let circumstances sever their bond, relying on their daughters to help keep the tradition of reunions alive.
Source: camrynkleinwalks / TikTok
For the last several years, these reunions have become a cherished highlight of their lives. This year’s meeting carried a particularly emotional weight, captured in the video that has since gone viral.
Kleinwaks said she was moved to tears as she filmed, explaining, “They were crying and I was, too, when I watched because it was just so sweet and wholesome—and you could just tell they really needed to be together.”
The response from viewers has been overwhelming, with thousands of comments praising the women’s dedication to one another.
Also read: Seniors can bring home a furry friend for free—and never worry about vet bills again
Many users pointed out how rare and powerful such a friendship is. One person commented, “Imagine how many times they had to forgive each other.”
Another wrote, “Those aren’t friends. Those are soul mate sisters.” The families of both women have been deeply touched by the viral attention, with Kleinwaks saying it was a surprise to see so many people embrace their story of devotion.
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