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What do YOU love most about YOUR best friends?

5 children in a row in a sunny park, possibley after school in summer, two are bending down and seem to be shouting in a happy way one has fingers in ears others look on - a happy sunny scene.Image source, Getty

Have you heard of National Best Friends Day? It's on 8 June every year and is a chance to celebrate the special people in our lives.

You might have known your best friend for a long time, have met them more recently, or even have more than one best friend.

But to get to true BFF status, our besties tend to be those we not only have fun with but also those we can trust to support and stand by us.

Perhaps your best mate is your brother or sister, someone from school or a grandparent or a pet?

Two girls wearing school uniforms hugging and laughing together Image source, Getty Images

Well, no matter who they are, it's time to celebrate them - so get in touch with any special message you'd like to share about your best friend or best friends.

You could tell us:

  • what you love most about them

  • any special memories you have

  • what you'd like to say to them

Let them know how much you appreciate them by leaving a comment below.