'He loves getting drunk and I love getting drunk': Ed Sheeran, 25, reveals his big boozy nights out with 52-year-old actor Russell Crowe

By Andrew Court For Daily Mail Australia

Published: 03:36 EST, 8 February 2017 | Updated: 03:36 EST, 8 February 2017

He's an English pop-star in his twenties, who could be friends with almost anyone he chose. 

But Ed Sheeran, 25, has revealed he's close mates with Russell Crowe who is more than twice his age.

Asked whether or not fame had made it harder to make genuine friends, the British crooner cited his Australian actor mate and their friendship based on a common interest - they like to get drunk together.

Unlikely friendship! Ed Sheeran revealled he is friends with Russell Crowe, and  loves heading out and having a drink with the Hollywood superstar (pictured together in 2014)

Unlikely friendship! Ed Sheeran revealled he is friends with Russell Crowe, and  loves heading out and having a drink with the Hollywood superstar (pictured together in 2014)

The red-headed pop star discussed his friendship with the 52-year-old in an intimate interview with Nova's Kent 'Smallzy' Small on Tuesday night, ahead of his performance at the Sydney Opera House. 

'I've started hanging out with Russell Crowe because he loves getting drunk and I love getting drunk,' Ed revealed. 

'We don't get anything from each other other than just a night out,' the star continued, explaining his friendship with the Oscar-winning father-of-two.

'We get an enjoyment of hanging out rather... There is no boost in either of our careers from our association,' the musician stated.

The beginning of a beautiful friendship: Ed and Russell met for the first time at the BRIT Awards in February 2015

The beginning of a beautiful friendship: Ed and Russell met for the first time at the BRIT Awards in February 2015

The pair reportedly met for the first time when Russell presented Ed with the British Album of the Year gong at the BRIT Awards in February 2015.

At the time, Ed was overwhelmed by his meeting with the Hollywood superstar, confessing to press backstage, 'I really wanted to start quoting Gladiator!'

The English musician then performed a hilarious impression of Russell in his Oscar winning role.

Common interest: Despite the differences in occupations, ages and nationalites, Ed said, 'He loves getting drunk and I love getting drunk'

Common interest: Despite the differences in occupations, ages and nationalites, Ed said, 'He loves getting drunk and I love getting drunk'

It seems the pair have been partying privately on their nights out since, with no pictures taken of the duo together in the two years since the BRIT Awards.

However, Russell was spotted sneaking into the Sydney Opera House to watch Ed perform for NOVA's Red Room gig, shortly after Ed wrapped his interview with Smallzy.

Tell-all: Ed was interviewed by NOVA'S Kent 'Smallzy' Small

Tell-all: Ed was interviewed by NOVA'S Kent 'Smallzy' Small

Another A-List friend: Ed is close with Taylor Swift, and performed a duet with her on her 2012 album 'Red'

Another A-List friend: Ed is close with Taylor Swift, and performed a duet with her on her 2012 album 'Red'

Russell is one of Ed's few famous friends, with the pop star claiming he keeps an tight circle of pals, that is primarily made up of people from his high school days.

In addition to Russell, Ed is friends with fellow musicians Taylor Swift and John Mayer.  

Close: Ed is also good friends with Taylor Swift 

Close: Ed is also good friends with Taylor Swift 

In Australia: Ed is back Down Under to promote his third album, ÷

In Australia: Ed is back Down Under to promote his third album, ÷

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