Sandra Bernhard, the iconic comedian and actress, recently opened up about her decades-old friendship with Madonna. The two women made headlines in the late ’80s, captivating fans with their bond. However, as time passed, their relationship took a different turn, leaving Bernhard with bittersweet memories.
The Perfect Time
Bernhard, now 69, reminisced on the “Dinner’s On Me” podcast about the golden era when she and Madonna were inseparable. Their most memorable moment? A joint appearance on Late Night with David Letterman in 1988, where they boldly wore identical outfits. It was a time of freshness and camaraderie, but Bernhard’s tone turned wistful as she reflected on what could have been.
The Silent Rift
By 1992, the laughter and shared moments had faded. Bernhard revealed that she and Madonna were no longer speaking. The reason behind their strained bond remains unclear, but Bernhard offered insights. On The Wendy Williams Show in 2010, she confessed, “Certain people can’t handle those kinds of friendships. That’s not my style. I like to maintain my friendships throughout my life.” Her words echoed forgiveness, even though the connection had unraveled.
Change Over Time
Bernhard doesn’t dwell on the past. She acknowledges that friendships evolve, and sometimes, they fade away. In 2019, she told Us Weekly, “We’re cool with each other, you know. But people move on and you have your life. … I have my career, my life.” The bond may have fractured, but Bernhard continues to bring laughter to audiences through her stand-up comedy tours.
