When audiences first met the adventurous kids of The Goonies in 1985, they saw more than just a movie. They saw friendship, courage, and the magic of growing up. The film captured something rare, and over time, it became a shared memory for an entire generation. Few could have predicted that the bonds formed during The Goonies would remain just as strong decades later.
Now, more than 40 years after The Goonies premiered, two of its most beloved stars have reminded fans why the story still matters. Their recent reunion offered proof that what began as a childhood adventure never truly ended, either on screen or in real life.
The Goonies Stars Reunite And Celebrate Their Lasting Bond
I ALWAYS hoped for a Goonies 2. I’m still hoping TBH!
“The Goonies ”Stars Jeff Cohen and Ke Huy Quan Reunite 41 Years After Hit Film https://t.co/K9U0A2tHuq
— 🇺🇸Matty 🇺🇸 (@mattconzo) February 19, 2026
Ke Huy Quan and Jeff Cohen recently reunited at a major Hollywood celebration, stepping onto the red carpet together with the same warmth fans remembered. According to People, the two smiled, posed for photos, and shared a moment that reflected their enduring friendship. Their appearance came during Michelle Yeoh’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony, but for many fans, seeing The Goonies co-stars together became just as meaningful.
Their connection has remained steady through life’s many changes. Cohen, who once played Chunk, even supported Quan behind the scenes in his later career. When Quan returned to acting and earned his Oscar for Everything Everywhere All at Once, Cohen stood beside him—not as a former co-star, but as his attorney and trusted friend. Quan later called him his “Goonies brother for life,” a phrase that perfectly captured their shared history.
The Goonies’ Legacy Continues To Inspire Its Original Cast
The reunion did not stand alone. Other members of The Goonies cast, including Josh Brolin and Corey Feldman, gathered to celebrate Quan at a special hand and footprint ceremony. Together, they laughed, posed for photos, and revisited memories that first brought them together as young actors chasing adventure on screen.
Quan himself reflected on what The Goonies still means to him. He described it as one of the greatest adventures of his life and shared that he would gladly return to that world again. His words echoed what fans have felt for years—that The Goonies was never just a film. It was a moment in time, and for those who lived it, its spirit continues to endure.