Drew Barrymore was born into a family deeply rooted in Hollywood, with iconic parents like John Drew Barrymore and Jaid Barrymore, as well as legendary grandparents and great-grandparents, including the renowned John Barrymore. Notably, she counts Sophia Loren and Anna Strasberg as her godmothers, and Steven Spielberg as her godfather, sparking speculation about any influence on her audition for the iconic role of Gertie in “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.”
Despite her privileged background, Drew has carved her own path in Tinseltown, earning acclaim with a Golden Globe nomination for “Irreconcilable Differences” and delivering memorable performances in romantic comedies like “Never Been Kissed,” “50 First Dates,” and “The Wedding Singer.” Recently, she ventured into hosting with her own talk show, “The Drew Barrymore Show,” showcasing her journey through Hollywood with its charming, awkward, and unforgettable moments.
#1 1982
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A young Drew at the London premiere of E.T.
#2 1982
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In a press photo for E.T.
#3 1982
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Drew with her mom and half-brother, John Blyth Barrymore, celebrating the commemorative stamp of their predecessors Ethel, Lionel and John Barrymore.
#4 1982
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Drew with her mom, Jaid.
#5 1983
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Looking like a true princess at the Oscars.
#6 1983
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Totally adorable at the Film Critics Association Awards.
#7 1984
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Drew with actress Kathleen Beller and Katy Kass (Joan Collins’s daughter) at the Young Musicians Foundation’s Third Annual Celebrity Mother/Daughter fashion show.
#8 1984
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With actor Richard Dreyfuss at the SAG Awards.
#9 1985
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Looking adorable at Spago in West Hollywood.
#10 1985
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At an afterparty for the People’s Choice Awards.
#11 1985
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Check out the puffy sleeves she sported to the Youth in Film/Young Artist Awards.
#12 1986
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Some truly ’80s hair at the premiere of The Three Amigos.
#13 1986
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Cooking up a storm at the Gourmet Gala, a benefit for the March of Dimes.
#14 1987
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At a People’s Choice Awards afterparty.
#15 1987
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With actor Mackenzie Astin at the premiere of Like Father, Like Son.
#16 1987
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Rocking a side ponytail at the annual Aid for AIDS Awards Banquet.
#17 1988
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Drew strikes a pose at the American Comedy Awards.
#18 1989
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With actor Corey Feldman at the American Cinematheque Award Salute to Steven Spielberg.
#19 1990
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With actor Balthazar Getty at the Pacific Heights premiere.
#20 1990
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With Hole frontwoman Courtney Love.
#21 1991
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With actor Christian Slater at the premiere of The Indian Runner.
#22 1992
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Drew at the premiere of Reservoir Dogs.
#23 1993
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Drew smiles with photographer Matthew Rolston at the Annual CDFA Awards.
#24 1995
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After famously flashing host David Letterman on his birthday during a taping of the Late Show with David Letterman.
#25 1995
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Drew attends the premiere of Batman Forever with Hole guitarist Eric Erlandson.
#26 1998
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Dancing with Daffy Duck at the “A Time for Heroes” Celebrity Carnival to benefit the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation.
#27 1998
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Drew poses with actor Dougray Scott at the premiere of Ever After.
#28 1999
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Drew walks the carpet at the premiere of the film Blue Streak with actor Luke Wilson.
#29 2003
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A strange fashion choice at the U.K. premiere of Charlie’s Angels.
#30 2004
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Drew works this glam look at a photocall for 50 First Dates.
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#32 2010
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Drew opts for a fun blue gown at the SAG Awards.
#33 2017
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All smiles at the Golden Globe Awards with then-husband Will Kopelman.
#34 2020
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At the Empire State Building for the debut of her new talk show, The Drew Barrymore Show.
#35 2021
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Drew stuns in a bright-yellow Christian Siriano number while at the 2021 CFDA Awards.
#36 2023
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Drew Barrymore attends the 2023 Time100 Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center on April 26, 2023, in New York City
#37 2024
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Drew Barrymore poses on the set of “The Drew Barrymore Show” at “Harmony” on Broadway at The Barrymore Theatre on January 19, 2024 in New York City.