title: Friends
author: Bassett, Angela
description: What if you met your future soul mate, but were too busy living in the here and now to realize you'd found "the one"?
  
  That's what happened when Courtney B. Vance met Angela Bassett....
  
  They ran for years as friends in the same small circles. They had some hits, but mostly misses with other partners, and they shared one spectacularly dreadful first date together. And then, Courtney and Angela connected.
  
  Experience the up-close-and-personal, real-life love story of this inspirational African-American celebrity couple. Learn how they navigate the fickle tides of fame while keeping their relationship fresh and true. See how they've carved a meaningful life together in spite of humble beginnings, family tragedy and the ups and downs of stardom, with love, faith and determination.