Overview

• Naomi Watts attended the New York City premiere of 'The Friend' on March 24, 2025, alongside her canine co-star, Bing the Great Dane.
• Watts wore a Jacquemus spring 2025 dress inspired by Bing's black-and-white coat, drawing media attention for their coordinated look.
• The film, based on Sigrid Nunez's 2018 National Book Award-winning novel, explores themes of grief and healing through the bond between a woman and a Great Dane.
• Watts praised Bing's performance, describing him as soulful and capable of delivering beyond the script's requirements during filming.
• 'The Friend' will debut in New York theaters on March 28, 2025, followed by a nationwide release on April 4, 2025.