"Friends for life" - Chris Evert celebrates her bond with $10 million-worth Hollywood icon Lynda Carter as ex-Miss World USA shares nostalgic clip

Hollywood icon and former Miss World USA Lynda Carter recently sent a belated birthday message to tennis legend and close friend Chris Evert on her 70th birthday. On December 23, 2024, two days after Evert's birthday, Carter shared a heartfelt message, emphasizing Evert's strength and enduring bond.

Lynda Carter, best known for her iconic role as Wonder Woman in the 1970s TV series, has had a remarkable career that spans acting, singing, and beauty pageants. Beyond her professional achievements, Carter has maintained a close bond with Evert, a friendship that has weathered the test of time.

Carter's heartfelt birthday wish for Evert read:

"Happy Birthday, Baby! We have seen it all, my friend. You are strong -- in body, mind, spirit and most of all your great big heart. Love you. Your friend always, Lynda."

The touching message was paired with a video from Carter’s 1981 television special, "Lynda Carter’s Celebration," where the two friends shared a humorous on-screen moment.

Evert responded with equal warmth, affirming their lifelong friendship:

"Friends for life; yes, we have SEEN it all!!!"

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Chris Evert receives heartfelt birthday wishes from Martina Navratilova, Billie Jean King & Tracy Austin

Chris Evert (Image source: Getty)

On Saturday, December 21, Chris Evert celebrated her 70th birthday with heartfelt wishes pouring in from prominent figures in the tennis world, including Billie Jean King and her longtime contemporaries Martina Navratilova and Tracy Austin.

Evert graciously responded to the warm tributes, sharing her appreciation and love. Evert’s former rival and close friend, Martina Navratilova, honored her with a special message on X (formerly Twitter), calling her the "champion of champions."

"Happy 70th today to my friend, nemesis, partner and most of all an amazing, strong, resilient and compassionate woman, champion of champions! Lots of love, m. Here is looking at you, kid :)," Navratilova wrote.

Evert replied:

"Luv ya back @Martina."

Tennis icon Billie Jean King also commemorated Evert’s remarkable achievements while extending her birthday wishes.

"On this day in 1954, a future tennis legend was born! Happy birthday to 18x Grand Slam singles champion, the first woman athlete to be @SInow's sole recipient of the "Sportsperson of the Year" award, and our dear friend, @ChrissieEvert!" King wrote.

Evert replied:

"thank you Billie and Ilana! ❤️❤️❤️"

Two-time Grand Slam winner Tracy Austin shared a heartfelt note on X, praising Evert as a role model and source of inspiration.

"Happy birthday to an extraordinary woman, my friend @ChrissieEvert. Always living life with incredible grace and strength-a role model and inspiration," Austin wrote.

Evert replied:

"Thank you, Tracy!❤️❤️❤️"

Chris Evert also received a heartfelt tribute from her son, Alexander Mill, who called her "beautiful" and emphasized how loved she is by family and friends.