The Purrfect Way Kate Bosworth Relationship Has Influenced Justin Long

Justin Long is just that into Kate Bosworth. 

So much so that the Accepted star admitted the Blue Crush actress—who he privately married in May 2023—has turned him into a cat person. 

"I wasn't anti-cat but I wasn't pro cat," Justin exclusively told E! News at the 25th anniversary gala for nonprofit organization Smile Train May 9. "Now, I, like, FaceTime with our cat. I just love our cat so much."

And the He's Just Not That Into You alum's transformation isn't only a surprise to him. Kate also shared her shock over his sudden adoration of the feline community.

"His family is stunned," the 41-year-old told E!. "It's getting weird now." (For more from Kate and Justin, tune into E! News tonight, May 9 at 11 p.m.)

And while the couple love hanging with their furry friend, Justin, 45, shared that she also loves getting out of the house to give back alongside Kate for events like their recent charity trip to Mexico city with Smile Train and the organization's anniversary gala, which celebrated 25 years of the nonprofit's commitment to ensuring every person has access to high-quality comprehensive cleft care. 

"We just love being together in any capacity," Justin shared, "whether it's something like this or if it's just being at home watching Game of Thrones."

This isn't the first time the couple—who first sparked romance rumors in January 2022—have opened up about their love story. Back in November, the Jeepers Creepers actor detailed the moment he knew Kate was the one.

"When I met her, it was a real sense of knowing that I never had before," Justin explained on Live with Kelly and Mark at the time, "like real conviction."

Noting that he never believed clichés such as "when you know, you know" before that moment, he added, "But then they become, like, immediately true."

-- Reporting by Ashley Bellman

For more from Justin and Kate, tune into E! News tonight, May 9 at 11 p.m., and while you wait, keep reading for other stars who can't get enough of their pets: 

The Yellowstone star introduced his new dog  to the world in February 2024, writing on Instagram, "I'm already in love with this special guy."

The Sex and the City alum adopted the same kitten Carrie Bradshaw takes in during the second season of And Just Like That.

Party crasher! The late night talk show host's dog Gary joined him as he perfomed a remote opening monologue during the COVID-19 pandemic.

They're always there when you need them! The Legally Blonde star was comforted by dogs Pepper and Lou while battling a sinus infection.

T.Swift is arguably our favorite cat lady, especially when she posts pics with her cat Meredith. She took her love for cats to another level by starring in the movie Cats.

The Big Bang Theory actress has many four-legged friends keeping her busy at home.

"Guess what everyone it's time for me to post THIS photo again. happy birthday to the light of my life. my gooooszeeessskeh. i love u i love u i love u," the "Dangerous Woman" singer wrote in honor of her dog. 

The Carnival Row actor smiled for a picture with his fiancée's pup Nugget!

Dogs will always be there for you! The Friends star loves cuddling up to her dog Clyde.

The makeup mogul is a proud parent to multiple Pomeranians.

The YouTuber's cat Frankie sure knows how to photo bomb! Frankie and sibling Declan also have their own Instagram account with over 200K followers.

"Our pre-workout ritual. We throw on 'Rocky Mountain Way' from Joe Walsh and get to rough housin'. He's definitely 'on one' and feelin' himself today cause he killed a lizard," the actor wrote on Instagram. "He also knows when I lay down its a trap! Smart boy. Let's get to work."

The Euphoria star gushed about her four-legged friend, "Missing my son...I get to see him in like 3 days #NoonyinNY."

"Nothing beats riding your horse on the beach," the Hunger Games alum joked.

The model is mom to a pet rabbit named Cecil Bunny Delevingne. With a name like that, we are sure the bunny has quite the personality.

This family loves their bulldogs! King Maximus and Princess Alexus have their own Instagram page, too!

The Seatttle Seahawks quarterback brought this adorable pooch home to Ciara. "New Pup Alert!!! Welcome to the Wilson Family!" he captioned the precious pic. 

The former Bachelor Nation couple rang in the holiday season with their dogs, Ramen and Pinot.