Old friends catching up is always heartwarming — but when it’s two beloved stars from Dawson’s Creek, it becomes a nostalgic moment fans can’t get enough of.
Over the weekend in Los Angeles, Joshua Jackson and Busy Philipps brought a dose of early 2000s charm to the red carpet as they reunited at a glitzy charity event.
From Creek Days to Red Carpet Catch-Up
The pair crossed paths at the Motion Picture and Television Foundation’s NextGen Annual Summer Party held at The Aster.
The event, which helps support both retired and active entertainment industry professionals through health and social services, became the perfect backdrop for their mini reunion.
Jackson, best known as Pacey Witter — Dawson’s loyal best friend and Joey Potter’s eventual love interest — looked genuinely thrilled to see Philipps, who joined Dawson’s Creek in later seasons as Joey’s college roommate, Audrey.
It was a moment of warm hugs, big smiles, and cozy conversation on a sofa inside the venue.
Fashion That Felt in Sync
Busy Philipps, now 45, showed off her fun and playful side in a lacy white short suit that paired perfectly with a tailored jacket featuring gold buttons.
Her bronze pumps gave the outfit a polished edge, while her accessories — just a few rings and statement earrings — kept the vibe simple and chic.
But what really caught everyone’s eye? Her freshly dyed baby pink hair, which unexpectedly coordinated with Jackson’s stylish pastel pink suit.
Joshua, 47, kept things relaxed underneath with a white tee and loafers, and sported a salt-and-pepper beard that gave him a rugged yet sophisticated look.
A Cozy Chat and Some Career Uncertainty
The two actors were seen chatting comfortably during the party, clearly enjoying a chance to reconnect.
For Jackson, the event may have been a welcome break — he’s currently in limbo regarding the future of his role as a ship’s doctor in Doctor Odyssey, the Ryan Murphy-created high seas medical drama on ABC.
As of now, the show has yet to be renewed for another season.
Life Updates Behind the Scenes
Joshua’s personal life has also been making headlines.
Just last month, he finalized his divorce from actress Jodie Turner-Smith, but things haven’t been smooth sailing post-split.
The former couple is reportedly at odds over decisions involving their five-year-old daughter, Juno, after Turner-Smith allegedly enrolled her in school without notifying Jackson, prompting a legal response.
Meanwhile, Philipps has been keeping busy in her own lane.
The Girls5Eva star recently launched her late-night talk show, Busy This Week, airing on QVC and HSN.
Outside of work, she’s focused on family life, co-parenting daughters Birdie, 16, and Cricket, nearly 12, with her ex-husband and screenwriter Marc Silverstein.