Shameless

Over the past eleven year , Showtime’sShamelesshasn’t shied away from the harsh world of living on the South Side . The extensive cast of lineament has been in some of the tough and most awkward situations , but they usually contend to descend out live . Their constant struggle to survive does n’t leave them with much prison term for friendship , but the relationship - tug show still give the characters a hazard to branch out .

Most of the Gallaghers ' good friends are their own sib , but their regular scams and frequently changing occupation give up them the chance to see new hoi polloi . However , being from a down financial and social class means that people do n’t always trust the Gallaghers . They often witness themselves being swindled , used , or exploited , so it can be hard to make meaningful friendly relationship in their neighbourhood .

Frank & Mikey

Who would ’ve think thatFrank Gallagher would ever make a real friend ? Mikey O’Shea is the first person Frank play who can match him in some way . of course , the two click - but only after an acute and unfriendly rivalry .

Because it ’s Frank , most things about this friendship are toxic - but fans still warmed to this comedic duo . Most of the time , Frank and Mikey team up to perform some cozenage or other , and their partnership is the most trusting relationship Frank has in the show .

Kermit & Tommy

Tommy and Kermithave one of the most stable relationships in the whole show . They are Kevin ’s most consistent customer at the Alibi , and they are always there to offer their opinions on Frank and his petty dodging .

They may be blemished , but they are always entertaining to watch . Kermit is known for his trademark ironic humor and cluelessness , while Tommy is vocal and a little approximate around the edges . In any case , they make a dynamic distich .

Fiona & Nessa

Though short - lived , this is one of Fiona ’s most wholesome and satisfy friendships in the series . Nessa spends time with Fiona because she enjoy her company , not because she needs something or feels sorry for her .

The two women chop-chop see that they understand each other . They ramp up a lifelike resonance and support each other where they can , for no other ground than they need to see each other happy . Some fan even construe the potential for them to become a romantic couple in the hereafter .

Nick & Carl

Carl does n’t have many friends during his prison term onShameless , but Nick is one of them . They fulfill in juvenile prison and continue their friendship on the outside . Nick rarely ever speaks to anyone , which makes their relationship somehow profoundly .

It ’s free of judgment and not quantifiable . Carl gives Nick a place to live , and Nick protect Carl and accompanies him wherever he run . Unfortunately for Carl , this friendship ended up getting cut light as   Nick gets himself incarcerated once more , only this fourth dimension for slaying . Fans could n’t help but be disappointed for Carl .

Lip & Youens

Youens is one of the first people toreally believe in Lip . More than that , he pushes Lip to achieve his full electric potential - even when the young human race seems compulsive to sabotage his future . When Lip matures , he understand how much Youens has done for him and wants to come back the favour .

Neither one is really under any obligation to do everything for one another . They simply do it because it ’s the right-hand matter and they like about each other . When Lip learns that Youens has done alike things for many other citizenry , it ’s a heartrending actualization for him . He imagine he was special , but the realism is that Youens is just a honorable somebody who require to help others .

Fiona & Kev

Fiona and Kevin ’s friendly relationship is one of the most underrated human relationship in the show . Everyone knows about Kev and V , or Fiona and V , but many overlook the heartfelt moments between Fiona and Kevin .

The two are almost more like family than friends , and Kevin proves that there ’s no length he would n’t go to for his friend . From severalize her how to moderate her breast for lump to help her out at the laundromat , expecting nothing in return , Kevin proves his lovemaking and trueness to Fiona , even when she ’s at her lowest points .

Lip & Brad

Brad starts out as Lip ’s presenter . Although he ’s rather abrasive at first , many fans feel that it ’s something Lip needs at that time in his life . The two tardily spring up to become good friend and , eventually , family .

Their living become increasingly intertwine , and they can always go to each other if things get too out of deal . They have a similar common sense of sense of humour , are interested in the same stock of work , love fair sex from the same home , and genuinely back one another , no matter what happens .

Lip & Ian

Lip and Ian transcend brotherhood . They have each other ’s back unlike any of the other Gallaghers do . Lip is the first person wholearns that Ian is merry , and also try out to aid him whenever he gets into trouble . He does n’t even get too mad when Ian impersonates him and then steal a helicopter .

mouth and Ian are always first to find out about the other one ’s struggles . They are each other ’s confidant , boastful friend , and harshest teachers . They also always go to each other for advice before approaching anyone else .

Fiona & V

Their family relationship may be a short bumpy at times , but it ’s still one of the most logical things aboutShameless . Fiona and V are so much a part of each other ’s lives that they may as well be menage .

5 take care of Fiona ’s siblings like they ’re her own youngster , and the two of them are always pop in and out of each other ’s star sign for things like shower , kitchen appliances , and chats . They are both viciously honest with each other , but they also know what the other one needs base on her mode .

Ian & Mandy

Ian   and Mandy are a sports fan - best-loved duo and for good reason . Their friendship take off offearly in the show , and in a rather unlikely path . While Mandy expresses a romantic stake in Ian at first , the two eventually become close friends when Ian tells her he is gay . They make believe to date , but they enjoy each other ’s company so much that it feels natural ( emotionally ) .

As the show progress , the two see each other less and less , but in their toughest moments , the two can always turn to each other . Mandy really loves Ian and wants a good life for him , and she ’s not upset in the slightest when she realise he and Mickey have in secret been seeing each other . alike , Ian would do anything for Mandy , going as far as to risk prison house meter to protect her .

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Shameless U.S. friendships: Frank & Mikey and Veronica & Fiona

Shameless U.S.: Mikey O’Shea shows Frank a cup with a photo of a politician on it

Tommy and Kermit from Shameless In A Dark Bathroom

Shameless U.S.: Fiona and Nessa sit on crates outside of Fiona’s apartment building

Carl from Shameless Sits Beside Nick at the Gallagher Kitchen Table

Lip Visits Professor Youens in Prison in Shameless

Brad holds a coffee while Lip talks to him outside of a building in Shameless U.S.

Shameless U.S.: Lip picking Ian up from prison

Fiona and Veronica in the Gallagher kitchen

Shameless U.S.: Mandy Hugs Ian

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