Emma Stone and Andrew Garfield, the iconic couple from their time together on The Amazing Spider Man’ films, once again captivated audiences as they crossed paths at the premiere of ‘Poor Things’ in London on December 14. The delightful meeting between the former couple, known for their continued friendship post-breakup, brought a wonderful spark to the event.
Amidst the glitz and glamour of the premiere, Emma Stone, 35, who has been garnering significant Oscar buzz for her stellar performance in Poor Things, spotted her ex-boyfriend, Andrew Garfield, 40, seated among the audience. In a touching moment, she sweetly acknowledged Garfield’s presence, pointing him out in the crowd, signifying the enduring bond they share despite parting ways romantically.
In a video shared on social media platforms, Emma Stone smiling with joy, pulled out her phone to film the audience, singling out Andrew among the attendees. With animated gestures and attempts to communicate from a distance, she made her way toward Garfield, showing a warm bonding. Mark Ruffalo, Emma’s co star in ‘Poor Things’, joined in the interaction, exchanging hugs with Andrew, emphasizing the amicable atmosphere among the stars.
While Emma Stone is happily married to Dave McCary, with whom she shares a two-year-old daughter named Louise, her friendship with Andrew Garfield remains strong. The pair initially met on the set of ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ and dated for four years before separating in 2015. Despite their romantic split, they have maintained a supportive and close friendship.
Andrew’s admiration for Emma’s talent and grace has been evident over the years. In a 2017 Vanity Fair interview, he expressed continual inspiration from her work and praised her growth as an actress. Their supportive dynamic was highlighted when Andrew gave Emma a standing ovation at the 2017 Golden Globes following her win for ‘La La Land.’ “I am constantly inspired by her work,” said Andrew Garfield.
“I’m constantly inspired by how she handles and holds herself. So for me, I’ve—it’s been bliss to be able to watch her success and watch her bloom into the actress that she is. And it’s also been wonderful to have that kind of support for each other. It’s nothing but a beautiful thing,” Andrew additionally added in the 2017 Vanity Fair interview.
Their camaraderie extends to playful banter, as evidenced by Emma’s persistent attempts to pry out spoilers from Andrew regarding his rumored appearance alongside Tobey Maguire in ‘Spider Man: No Way Home.’ Andrew amusingly recounted on the Happy Sad Confused podcast how Emma relentlessly quizzed him about the film, only to playfully scold him as a ‘jerk’ upon discovering the truth post-movie release.
Their enduring friendship and mutual respect continue to charm fans, demonstrating that despite their past romance, Emma Stone and Andrew Garfield remain supportive pillars in each other’s lives, celebrating successes and sharing playful moments that resonate warmly with audiences.
