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The odd couple! Unlikely celeb best friends

We look at Hollywood's most surprising celebrity friendships.
Adele, Rita Wilson, Tom Hanks

They say you can find friendship in the most unlikely places and for these Hollywood celebrities it couldn’t be more true.

With Hollywood being such a bustling industry sometimes all you need is a good friend – even if you’re polar opposites.

That rings true with 50 Cent hanging out with film icon, Meryl Streep and Helen Mirren cosying up to Russell Brand.

Most recently, domestic goddess Martha Stewart was spotted having a blast with Snoop Dogg after they both starred in the Justin Bieber Roast.

We take a look at the surprising and unlikely friendships that blossomed in Hollywood.

Adele, Rita Wilson, Tom Hanks

Even A-listers get star struck! “Adele Thank you for the most inspiring show and your huge heart,” Rita Wilson penned alongside this snap with the Hello singer, her partner Simon Konecki (far left) and Rita’s husband Tom Hanks after one of the 27-year-old’s concerts in LA. “Adele. What a show. What a voice. What a woman. What an artist. What a date. Thank you. Hanx,” an equally chuffed Tom added.

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All our dreams have come true after comedian and legend Amy Schumer revealed that she is great mates with Jennifer Lawrence. The girls like to partake on long walks on the beach, watching the sunset, causal jet ski sessions and making real-life human pyramids. In their down-time we assume they just enjoy each other’s awesomeness.

Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart have been friends for years. The domestic goddess even uses Snoop’s brownie recipe.

Snoop Dogg also adores David Beckham, who is more than happy to previews his new songs. “When I make my records, he’s one of the first people I send the record to before it’s done, even before the label get it,” the rapper admitted.

Meryl Streep and 50 Cent have common love of basketball! The pair were too cute during one game.

50 Cent continues rubbing shoulder with screen sirens including Bette Midler. The rapper has even volunteered for her charity endeavors.

Helen Mirren and Russell Brand became as thick as thieves after they filmed Arthur together.

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Helen Mirren swears on Live Good Morning TV

Blake Lively and Florence Welch may be an unlikely duo, but the pair are very close. In fact, Florence sang at Blake’s wedding.

After Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill filmed Moneyball, the pair remained close.

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BRAD AND ANGELINA GET MATCHING TATTS BECAUSE, LOVE

Elton John and Eminem struck up a bond after their incredible Grammy performance in 2001.

Joe Manganiello and Matt Bomer started as college besties and now they star in Magic Mike together.

Taylor Swift and Lorde may have different music styles but the duo are the best of friends.

Pippa Middleton has found a friend in Downton Abbey star Michelle Dockery.

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