Drew Barrymore

Date of Birth: February 22, 1975

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Biography

Drew Barrymore is an acclaimed American actress, producer, director, author, and entrepreneur. Born into an illustrious family of actors, Drew made her cinematic debut at the tender age of five. She gained international fame as a child actress with her role as Gertie in Steven Spielberg’s science fiction blockbuster “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” (1982). Despite her early success, Barrymore faced a tumultuous adolescence marked by substance abuse and rehabilitation. She made a successful comeback in the 1990s, starring in several notable films such as “Poison Ivy” (1992), “Boys on the Side” (1995), “Scream” (1996), and “Ever After” (1998). Her career further skyrocketed with romantic comedies like “The Wedding Singer” (1998), “Never Been Kissed” (1999), and “50 First Dates” (2004). Barrymore also co-starred in and produced the “Charlie’s Angels” films (2000, 2003). In addition to acting, Barrymore has ventured into directing and producing, founding her own production company, Flower Films, in 1995. She made her directorial debut with the film “Whip It” (2009). Barrymore has also written several books, including her memoir “Little Girl Lost” and the autobiography “Wildflower.” Her versatility and resilience have made her one of the most enduring and beloved figures in Hollywood. Barrymore continues to act and produce, while also hosting her own talk show, “The Drew Barrymore Show,” which premiered in 2020.

5 Interesting Facts about Drew Barrymore

1. Drew Barrymore is part of the Barrymore acting dynasty, which includes her grandfather, John Barrymore, and her great-uncle, Lionel Barrymore.

2. At the age of seven, Drew Barrymore became the youngest person ever to host “Saturday Night Live.”

3. She received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2004.

4. Barrymore is the co-founder of the beauty brand Flower Beauty and the wine company Barrymore Wines.

5. In 2017, she was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Drew Barrymore

1. “Life is very interesting… in the end, some of your greatest pains become your greatest strengths.”

2. “I think happiness is what makes you pretty. Period. Happy people are beautiful.”

3. “If you’re going to go through hell… I suggest you come back learning something.”

4. “There’s something liberating about not pretending. Dare to embarrass yourself. Risk.”

5. “I never regret anything. Because every little detail of your life is what made you into who you are in the end.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Drew Barrymore’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $125 million.

Children

Drew Barrymore has two daughters: Olive Barrymore Kopelman, born in 2012, and Frankie Barrymore Kopelman, born in 2014, with her ex-husband Will Kopelman.