14 Times Buffy the Vampire Slayer's Willow Is the Best Without Saying a Single Word

In the late '90s, Willow Rosenberg (played by Alyson Hannigan) arose as one of the most beloved characters on Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Her gradual evolution from an introverted bookworm into a badass spell-casting witch — later goddess — made her more than just Buffy's damsel-in-distress sidekick. Willow's coming-of-age story made her super relatable and fun to watch. Her friendship with Buffy was nothing to scoff at, either. Between battling demons and other villains, Willow served as a confidant and voice of reason for the vampire slayer. With that (and Buffy's 20th anniversary) in mind, we've rounded up all the reasons Willow is the kind of best friend every girl truly needs in her squad.

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When She's the Friend Who Understands You Without Saying a Word
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When She's the Friend Who Understands You Without Saying a Word

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When She's the Friend Who Is Always Down For Adventure
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When She's the Friend Who Is Always Down For Adventure

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When She's the Friend You Tell About Your Sexy Tinder Hookups
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When She's the Friend You Tell About Your Sexy Tinder Hookups

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When She's the Friend Who Never Judges Your Poor Dating Decisions
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When She's the Friend Who Never Judges Your Poor Dating Decisions

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When She's the Friend Who Actually Studies So You Don't Have To
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When She's the Friend Who Actually Studies So You Don't Have To

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When She's the Friend Who Covers For You When You Lie to Your Parents
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When She's the Friend Who Covers For You When You Lie to Your Parents

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When She's the Friend Who Is Too Adorable to Fight With
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When She's the Friend Who Is Too Adorable to Fight With

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When She's the Friend Who Makes Going to School Fun
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When She's the Friend Who Makes Going to School Fun

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When She's the Friend Who Has Your Back — Apocalypse or Not
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When She's the Friend Who Has Your Back — Apocalypse or Not

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When She's the Friend Who You Watch Netflix and Cry With
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When She's the Friend Who You Watch Netflix and Cry With

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When She's the Friend Who Secretly Has a Wild Side After a Few Drinks
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When She's the Friend Who Secretly Has a Wild Side After a Few Drinks

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When She's the Friend Who Tries to Warn You Not to Drunk Dial Your Ex
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When She's the Friend Who Tries to Warn You Not to Drunk Dial Your Ex