Bradley Cooper's high school opinion piece about best friends hooking up resurfaces amid Gigi Hadid romance

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: As Bradley Cooper, 48, relishes the success of his new film 'Maestro,' his 1993 article for high school has resurfaced, offering insight into the actor's early ideas about friendships turning romantic.

Meanwhile, things appear to be heating up between 'A Star is Born' actor and Gigi Hadid, 27, as per Daily Mail.

Teenage Bradley Cooper explored the topic of best friends hooking up in an opinion piece

In 1993, a teenage Cooper posed the question in print, "Can best friends who are of the opposite sex hook up with each other without destroying their friendship?" He shared his own experience with high school best friend Deborah Landes, with whom he had then begun a romantic relationship.

The piece was published in the teen section of the Philadelphia Daily News.

Cooper explained that he and Landes had "crossed that line" of friendship but had "maintained" their close bond. He attributed this to the fact that they didn't know how to be anything but best friends.

The actor also noted that there had always been a mutual attraction between them.

After Landes broke up with a boyfriend, Cooper said the two talked about their feelings and decided to date. He admitted he assumed it would feel "weird" but found it was actually "very relaxed."

At the time, 'The Hangover' star felt they were just enjoying the relationship temporarily, expecting that college would return them to "best friend" status.

Cooper concluded optimistically about maintaining their romantic involvement along with their friendship. But he acknowledged a potential challenge — having to hear about Landes enjoying her summer at the shore without him.

Bradley Cooper shares comical moments from his 30th high school reunion

Thirty years later, Cooper recently returned to his alma mater, Germantown Academy, for his 30th high school reunion. He shared some awkwardly comical moments from the nostalgic event during an appearance on 'The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon'.

The actor revealed he arrived early at the get-together and even set up the sign marking the location for fellow alumni. After years of going by the nickname "Brad," Cooper admitted he felt a bit like an "imposter" going by his real first name, Bradley, among his former classmates.

When Fallon asked if his old friends get starstruck seeing his Hollywood success, the 'Maestro' star downplayed his fame and said, "No, it was awesome. It was just regular. I think time has passed and it was just cool."

Still, details from his conversation with Fallon suggested some surreal moments facing his past. Laughing through explanations, Cooper recalled how he welcomed former classmates whom he hadn't seen in 30 years.

He lightheartedly emphasized the absurdity of the small talk, noting he literally saw "people I went to high school with" at the high school reunion.

Bradley Cooper's high-profile romance with Gigi Hadid dominates headlines

While Cooper's past takes center stage, his present romance with Hadid continues to capture attention. The duo, linked romantically since October, has been spotted together at various events, including the grand opening of the actor's food truck, Danny and Coops Cheesesteaks.

An insider recently indicated to PEOPLE Magazine their relationship is deepening, with Hadid reportedly spending time in Philadelphia to be with Cooper, marking a significant progression in their connection.

The actor had previously dated supermodel Irina Shayk, and the couple shares a daughter named Lea. Meanwhile, Hadid, his current partner, shares a daughter, Khai, with her ex-boyfriend, Zayn Malik.