Hilary Duff Opens Up About Estrangement From Sister Haylie

The actress and singer says the song "We Don't Talk" is about the "most lonely part" of her existence.

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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In an interview on CBS Mornings, Hilary Duff confirmed that her new song "We Don't Talk" is about a rift between her and her sister, Haylie Duff. Hilary said she "really struggled" with including the personal track on her album "luck...or something," but ultimately decided to do so because it's her "truth." The 38-year-old singer was visibly emotional as she discussed the challenges of having her life unfold publicly and her hope that others going through similar estrangements can find solace in her experience.

Why it matters

Hilary Duff's openness about her strained relationship with her sister Haylie sheds light on the difficult reality of family estrangement, which many people experience but often keep private. Her decision to address this personal issue through her music reflects a broader trend of celebrities using their platforms to authentically share their struggles, which can help destigmatize such experiences for the public.

The details

Hilary Duff told CBS host Anthony Mason that "We Don't Talk" is "definitely about my sister and just absolutely the most lonely part of my existence. It's not having my sister in my life at the moment." The "Lizzie McGuire" alum said she "really struggled" with including the track on her album because it's such a personal part of her life that doesn't "get to stay personal." However, Hilary felt compelled to share her "truth" in the hopes of connecting with others going through similar situations.

  • Hilary Duff's new album "luck...or something" was released in February 2026.
  • Hilary Duff discussed the song "We Don't Talk" during a CBS Mornings appearance on February 20, 2026.

The players

Hilary Duff

A 38-year-old actress and singer who rose to fame as the star of the Disney Channel series "Lizzie McGuire." She has been open about her strained relationship with her sister Haylie.

Haylie Duff

Hilary Duff's 41-year-old sister, with whom she appears to have a complicated relationship that is the subject of Hilary's song "We Don't Talk."

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What they’re saying

“It's definitely about my sister and just absolutely the most lonely part of my existence. It's not having my sister in my life at the moment, and I really struggled with thinking about including that on the record.”

— Hilary Duff, Actress and Singer (CBS Mornings)

“I hope that for everyone that is where I'm sitting, you have to do what you want to do and you have to do what feels good for you. It's taken me a lot of time to get there and to live that way and to not care what the the noise is going to be around it and just be me.”

— Hilary Duff, Actress and Singer (CBS Mornings)

The takeaway

Hilary Duff's openness about her estrangement from her sister Haylie serves as a powerful reminder that even celebrities struggle with complex family dynamics. Her decision to address this personal issue through her music reflects a growing trend of public figures using their platforms to authentically share their experiences, which can help destigmatize such challenges for the general public.