F. Scott Fitzgerald's notable friendships significantly shaped his literary works. His close relationship with writers such as Ernest Hemingway and T.S. Eliot provided a creative environment, fostering dialogue about modernism and literature. Fitzgerald's friendship with Gerald and Sara Murphy, socialites of the Jazz Age, inspired characters and themes in The Great Gatsby, emphasizing wealth, love, and loss. Social circles in Paris further influenced his writing style, characterized by elegant prose and deep emotional resonance. These connections enhanced Fitzgerald’s understanding of society and enriched his exploration of the American Dream throughout his oeuvre.