The Two Coreys is a colloquial nickname referring to the American actors Corey Haim (1971–2010) and Corey Feldman (born 1971), who rose to prominence as teenage stars during the 1980s. The moniker emerged from their frequent collaborations and widely publicized friendship, which was a notable aspect of popular culture at the time.
Background and Career
- Both actors began their careers as child performers, appearing in television series and films in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
- Their first major joint project was the 1984 comedy The Lost Boys, a cult‑favorite vampire film that cemented their status as a “buddy pair” in Hollywood.
- Subsequent films featuring both actors include The Mighty Ducks (1992), Dream a Little Dream (1989), and License to Drive (1988).
- The duo was frequently featured in media as a pair, and the term “The Two Coreys” was used in tabloid and entertainment reporting throughout the 1990s and 2000s.
Documentary
In 2007, director Michael A. Deckard released a documentary titled The Two Coreys, which examined the actors’ personal lives, professional histories, and the challenges they faced, including substance‑abuse problems and legal disputes. The film incorporated interviews with the two Coreys, their family members, and industry colleagues.
Cultural Impact
- The pairing became emblematic of 1980s teen cinema and has been referenced in later media and retrospectives about that era.
- Their friendship, as well as the subsequent decline of both careers, has been the subject of analysis in discussions of child stardom and the entertainment industry’s treatment of young actors.
Later Years
- Corey Haim died on March 10, 2010, from complications related to pneumonia and a history of substance abuse.
- Corey Feldman remains active in acting, music, and occasional reality‑television appearances, and has spoken publicly about his experiences with Haim and the broader challenges faced by former child actors.
