At the Ted Mann Theater on October 30, Demi Moore and Billy Bob Thornton recreated a memorable Demi Moore red carpet moment during the season 2 premiere of the Paramount+ drama Landman. The veteran actors demonstrated their enduring friendship as Thornton embraced Moore in a pose reminiscent of his famed years with Angelina Jolie.
Moore, aged 62, wore a fitted denim dress while Thornton, 70, opted for jeans, a sleeveless shirt, and a trucker hat. Standing behind Moore, Thornton’s arms encircled her waist as she rested her hands over his, smiling warmly at photographers. Their chemistry on the red carpet appeared genuine, with Moore occasionally covering her face in response to Thornton’s remarks.
Decades-Long Bond Rooted in Past Collaborations
The connection between Moore and Thornton dates back to 1993 when they worked together on Indecent Proposal. Thornton, who married puppeteer Connie Angland in 2014, has publicly expressed affection for Moore and her ex-husband Bruce Willis, emphasizing the familial nature of their relationship.
“She was so nice to me when I first met her, when I only had two scenes in a movie she was starring in, and she’s just as sweet today as she was then,”
Thornton told Fox News Digital about Moore.
Thornton’s close ties to the Willis family extend through multiple projects: after Indecent Proposal, he acted alongside Willis in films like Armageddon (1998), Bandits (2001), and The Astronaut Farmer (2006). Moore and Willis, who share daughters Rumer, 37, Scout, 34, and Tallulah, 31, were married from 1987 to 2000. Currently, Willis is facing health challenges, battling frontotemporal dementia.
“I’ve always been very close with Bruce,”
Thornton added.
“Bruce and I did three movies together … Demi used to bring the kids to visit the set all the time. So, I’ve known them like family for a long time … she’s awesome.”
Reuniting for Filming and Shared History Beyond Romance
The Landman season 2 filming spanned from April to August, marking a notable reunion for Moore and Thornton. Despite their enduring friendship, Thornton mentioned at a 2023 FYC event that Moore did not initially remember him, according to People magazine. Unlike his previous high-profile marriage to Angelina Jolie, Thornton and Moore never had a romantic relationship.
Thornton’s personal life includes several marriages: He first wed Melissa Lee Gatlin in 1978, with whom he has a daughter, Amanda, 46. His subsequent marriages include Toni Lawrence (1986–1988) and actress Cynda Williams (1990–1992). In 1993, he married Playboy model Pietra Dawn Cherniak, mother to sons William, 32, and Harry, 30.
Marriage with Angelina Jolie and Current Family Life
Following a relationship with Laura Dern between 1997 and 1999, Thornton married Angelina Jolie in 2000. Their marriage ended in divorce by 2003. Reflecting on that period in a 2012 interview on Nightline, Thornton conveyed his regrets:
“I blew it because I didn’t think I was good enough for her,”
Billy Bob Thornton, Actor
“She has one way she wanted to live her life and I had another way to live mine and I was just too insecure. I did feel like the Phantom of the Opera hiding in the catacombs. People have actually said that I didn’t deserve to be with her.”
Billy Bob Thornton, Actor
Thornton met Connie Angland in May 2003, and they welcomed daughter Bella in September 2004, shortly after beginning to date. The pair quietly married in October 2014, establishing a stable family unit.
The Cultural Significance of Their Red Carpet Interaction
The recreated Demi Moore red carpet moment with Billy Bob Thornton at the Landman season 2 premiere evokes a nostalgic reflection on past Hollywood relationships and friendships. Their display highlights how industry veterans maintain meaningful connections despite the complexities of their personal lives. This public reunion not only honors their shared history but also underscores the ongoing collaborative spirit in modern film and television.
Looking ahead, fans of both actors can anticipate seeing their dynamic continue to evolve together on screen, as they bring decades of experience and camaraderie to their latest project.
