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Ashley Tisdale and Haylie Duff Unite for Family Outing Amid Mom Group Drama
The two actresses were spotted together with their families, showing a united front after Tisdale's essay on leaving a 'toxic' mom group went viral.
Jan. 29, 2026 at 9:15pm
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Ashley Tisdale and Haylie Duff were photographed leaving an Italian restaurant in Malibu, California, with their families. The outing comes after Tisdale's essay on leaving a 'toxic' mom group, which reportedly included Haylie's sister Hilary Duff, went viral earlier this month. Despite the drama, the two actresses and friends appeared to put on a united front during the family gathering.
Why it matters
The public outing demonstrates that Tisdale and Haylie Duff's friendship remains strong despite the recent 'toxic' mom group controversy. It also suggests the two are standing by each other, even as Hilary Duff has hinted at an estrangement with her sister Haylie.
The details
Tisdale and Haylie Duff were both dressed casually for the dinner date, with Tisdale wearing jeans, a loose jacket, and loafers, and Haylie also in jeans with her hair styled in waves. This is the second time the two have been spotted together since Tisdale's essay on leaving a 'toxic' mom group was published on The Cut earlier this month.
- The outing took place on Wednesday, January 29, 2026.
- Tisdale's essay on the 'toxic' mom group was published on The Cut on January 1, 2026.
The players
Ashley Tisdale
A 40-year-old actress known for her roles in 'High School Musical' and other Disney Channel productions.
Haylie Duff
A 40-year-old actress and food blogger, who is the older sister of singer and actress Hilary Duff.
Hilary Duff
A 38-year-old singer and actress, known for her role in the Disney Channel series 'Lizzie McGuire', and Haylie Duff's younger sister.
Matthew Koma
A music producer and Hilary Duff's husband, who publicly criticized Ashley Tisdale's essay on the 'toxic' mom group.
Mandy Moore
A 42-year-old actress and singer, who was reportedly part of the 'toxic' mom group that Ashley Tisdale left.
Meghan Trainor
A 32-year-old singer-songwriter, who was also reportedly part of the 'toxic' mom group that Ashley Tisdale left.
What they’re saying
“A mom group tell all through a father's eyes: When You're the Most Self-Obsessed Tone Deaf Person on Earth, Other Moms Tend to Shift Focus To Their Actual Toddlers.”
— Matthew Koma, Hilary Duff's husband
“We come from the same home, the same blood. Let's have it out / I'll hear you out, you'll hear me out on the couch. ... Let's break it down / So sick of being so sad about / How we don't talk and you won't talk about it.”
— Hilary Duff
The takeaway
The united front shown by Ashley Tisdale and Haylie Duff during this family outing suggests their friendship remains strong despite the recent drama surrounding Tisdale's 'toxic' mom group. However, the lyrics from Hilary Duff's new song indicate an ongoing estrangement between the Duff sisters, hinting at deeper family tensions that may continue to unfold.
