Drew Barrymore

Drew Barrymore
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Name	Drew Barrymore
Birth name	Drew Blythe Barrymore
Birth date	February 22, 1975
Birth place	Culver City, California, United States
Occupation	Actress, producer, director
Years active	1978–present
Spouse	Jeremy Thomas Eric Kopelman
Relatives	John Drew Barrymore, Ethel Barrymore, Lionel Barrymore

Drew Barrymore is a renowned American actress, producer, and director, born into the prominent Barrymore family of actors, including John Drew Barrymore, Ethel Barrymore, and Lionel Barrymore. She rose to fame as a child actress in the 1980s, starring in films such as E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial alongside Henry Thomas and Peter Coyote. Her career has spanned over four decades, with notable roles in Boys on the Side with Whoopi Goldberg and Mary-Louise Parker, and Charlie's Angels with Cameron Diaz and Lucy Liu. She has worked with esteemed directors like Steven Spielberg and Adam Sandler.

Early Life and Family

Drew Barrymore was born in Culver City, California, to John Drew Barrymore and Jaid Barrymore. Her family has a long history in the entertainment industry, with her great-grandparents, Maurice Barrymore and Georgiana Drew Barrymore, being prominent actors. She is also the niece of Ethel Barrymore and Lionel Barrymore, both of whom were acclaimed actors. Barrymore's early life was marked by her parents' struggles with addiction and her own experiences with child stardom, including her breakout role in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial alongside Dee Wallace and Peter Coyote. She attended Westminster School in Los Angeles and later enrolled in Fountain Day School.

Career

Barrymore's career began at a young age, with her first role in the 1980 film Altered States alongside William Hurt and Blair Brown. She gained widespread recognition for her role as Gertie in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, directed by Steven Spielberg and produced by Kathleen Kennedy and Frank Marshall. She went on to star in a range of films, including Firestarter with David Keith and Heather Locklear, and Poison Ivy with Sara Gilbert and Tom Skerritt. In the 1990s, she appeared in films like Boys on the Side with Whoopi Goldberg and Mary-Louise Parker, and Mad Love with Chris O'Donnell and Matthew Lillard. She has worked with notable actors like Adam Sandler in The Wedding Singer and 50 First Dates, and Cameron Diaz in Charlie's Angels.

Filmography

Some of Barrymore's notable films include E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Firestarter, Poison Ivy, Boys on the Side, Mad Love, The Wedding Singer, Charlie's Angels, 50 First Dates, Music and Lyrics with Hugh Grant and Kristen Johnston, and He's Just Not That Into You with Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connelly, and Scarlett Johansson. She has also appeared in television shows like Saturday Night Live with Lorne Michaels and Tina Fey, and Grey's Anatomy with Shonda Rhimes and Ellen Pompeo. Her production company, Flower Films, has produced films like Charlie's Angels and 50 First Dates, as well as television shows like Tough Love.

Personal Life

Barrymore has been married twice, first to Jeremy Thomas and then to Eric Kopelman, with whom she has two daughters, Olive Barrymore Kopelman and Frankie Barrymore Kopelman. She has been open about her struggles with addiction and has spoken publicly about her experiences with rehabilitation and sobriety. Barrymore is also a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and has supported various charitable organizations, including the American Red Cross and the World Health Organization. She has been friends with celebrities like Cameron Diaz and Gwyneth Paltrow, and has worked with designers like Marc Jacobs and Dolce & Gabbana.

Awards and Nominations

Throughout her career, Barrymore has received numerous awards and nominations for her performances. She won a Golden Globe Award for her role in Grey Gardens alongside Jessica Lange and Jeanne Tripplehorn. She has also been nominated for Emmy Awards for her work on Saturday Night Live and Grey's Anatomy. Barrymore has received People's Choice Awards for her performances in films like The Wedding Singer and 50 First Dates, and has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. She has also been recognized for her philanthropic work, including her efforts with UNICEF and the American Cancer Society. Category:American actresses