Drew Barrymore, born on February 22, 1975, in Culver City, California, is an American actress, producer and director known for transitioning from a child star to a leading lady in Hollywood.
Her career includes iconic roles in films like E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, The Wedding Singer, Charlie’s Angels and Never Been Kissed.
Barrymore’s journey has been marked by personal struggles, including addiction and family challenges, but she has found success in both acting and producing, with her own production company, Flower Films.
She also hosts “The Drew Barrymore Show,” a talk show featuring human-interest stories and celebrity guests.
Net worth | $125 million |
Date of birth | February 22, 1975 |
Profession | Actress, producer, director |
Nationality | American |
Background
Barrymore comes from a family deeply rooted in Hollywood.
Her father, John Drew Barrymore, was an actor known for his roles in films like The Big Night and TV shows like Kung Fu.
Her mother, Jaid Barrymore, raised Barrymore on her own after John left before Drew’s birth.
Barrymore’s lineage includes a long line of actors, with her great-grandfather John Drew and great-grandmother Louisa Rouse being prominent figures in the theater.
Despite a complex relationship with her parents, Barrymore has navigated her Hollywood career with resilience and success.
Net worth
Barrymore has an estimated net worth of $125 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth and TheRichest.
She has earned her wealth through her successful career as an actress, director, producer and television host.
Barrymore has starred in numerous films, including “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, The Wedding Singer, Charlie’s Angels and Never Been Kissed.
She has also made money from her production company, Flower Films, which has produced successful films like He’s Just Not That Into You.
Barrymore has also earned money from her talk show, The Drew Barrymore Show, and her business ventures, including her cosmetics line, clothing brand and signature wine.
Salaries
Barrymore’s salary per movie has varied throughout her career.
At the height of her career, she made as much as $10 million per film.
For instance, Barrymore earned $9 million for her role in Charlie’s Angels and $14 million for Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle.
She also made $15 million for Music and Lyrics.
However, Barrymore has also taken on roles in lower-budget films, such as Donnie Darko, where she was paid $500,000 and Confessions of a Dangerous Mind, where she earned only $250,000.
More recently, she took a role in Netflix’s Santa Clarita Diet, where she was paid $350,000 per episode.
Endorsement deals
Barrymore’s endorsement deals encompass a wide array of brands, including CoverGirl, Dr. Kellyann, Flower Beauty and Garnier Nutrisse.
She has endorsed 15 brands, such as Beautiful By Drew and CoverGirl, across various product types like accessories, breakfast items and clothing, showcasing her diverse brand affiliations and product range.
Additionally, Barrymore’s collaborations with Walmart since 2013 have expanded to include makeup, beauty tools, eyewear, home accessories, furniture, paint, wallpaper and kitchenware, reflecting her successful partnership with the retail giant.
Business ventures
Barrymore’s business ventures include Flower Beauty, Flower Home and Beautiful by Drew Barrymore, all under the Barrymore Brands universe.
She has partnered with Walmart since 2013, offering a wide range of products from makeup to home accessories and furniture.
Additionally, Barrymore invested in Grove Collaborative, an online retailer for natural household and personal care products, showcasing her commitment to sustainability and activism.
Her entrepreneurial journey extends to a lifestyle brand, a production company and hosting The Drew Barrymore Show, highlighting her multifaceted success in the business world.
Real estate
Barrymore has owned several impressive real estate properties and houses, showcasing her diverse taste and lifestyle.
In Hollywood Hills, she sold an 8,000 square foot estate with 18 rooms, four bedrooms, a guesthouse, a pool, and four fireplaces for $16.5 million.
In Montecito, Barrymore owned a mansion with five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a guest house, and a six-car garage, which she sold for $6.35 million.
She also purchased a beach house in The Hamptons for $5.5 million, featuring six bedrooms, a heated pool and a playhouse for her daughters.
Additionally, Barrymore has a farmhouse in the Hamptons, valued at $8.73 million, spread over two acres with stunning mountain views.
Acting career
Barrymore achieved fame as a child actress with her breakout role in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.
Following a highly publicized childhood marked by drug and alcohol abuse, she released an autobiography, Little Girl Lost, which became a New York Times bestseller.
Barrymore starred in numerous successful films during the 1990s and 2000s, such as Charlie’s Angels, Poison Ivy, Boys on the Side, Mad Love, Batman Forever, Scream and Ever After.
She also starred with Adam Sandler in The Wedding Singer, 50 First Dates and Blended.
Barrymore won a Screen Actors Guild Award and a Golden Globe Award for her role in Grey Gardens.
She currently hosts her syndicated talk show, The Drew Barrymore Show, and starred in the Netflix series Santa Clarita Diet.
Barrymore has also been the Chief Gifting Officer for Etsy since January 2024.
TV career
Barrymore’s TV career includes hosting her syndicated talk show, The Drew Barrymore Show, which debuted in September 2020.
Additionally, she starred in the Netflix series, Santa Clarita Diet, where she portrayed a real estate agent turned zombie, alongside Timothy Olyphant.
The show ran for three seasons starting in 2017.
Barrymore also joined RuPaul and Faith Hill as judges on the reality talent competition series, The World’s Best, in 2019.
Producing career
Barrymore founded her production company, Flower Films, in 1995 with her business partner, Nancy Juvonen.
The company’s first production was the 1999 romantic comedy Never Been Kissed, which starred Barrymore.
Flower Films has since produced a number of successful films and television shows, including Charlie’s Angels, 50 First Dates, Donnie Darko, He’s Just Not That Into You, Whip It and He’s All That.
Barrymore has also served as an executive producer for television shows such as the Netflix series Santa Clarita Diet, in which she also starred, and the MTV reality show Rich Girls.
She has also produced documentaries, including the Netflix documentary series Dancing Queen and the documentary Wildflower.
In addition to her work as a producer, Barrymore has also directed films, including her directorial debut Whip It, which was released in 2009.
She has also directed music videos, commercials and a short film for the fashion brand Gucci.
Awards and accolades
Barrymore has been nominated for two Primetime Emmy Awards, including for her role in the HBO film, Grey Gardens, in 2009 and for the animated program Olive, the Other Reindeer in 2000.
Additionally, she has been nominated for a Golden Globe Award in the category of Best Actress in a Miniseries or a Motion Picture Made for Television for her role in Grey Gardens in 2009 and 2010.
Barrymore has also won a Satellite Award for Best Actress in a Miniseries or a Motion Picture Made for Television for Grey Gardens in 2009.
She has also been recognized for her contributions to television with a Gracie Award for Outstanding Female Actor in a Featured/Guest Role in Odd Mom Out in 2017 and for Outstanding Female Lead in a Drama Special for Grey Gardens in 2010.
In 2022, Barrymore won a Webby Award for Special Achievement for The Drew Barrymore Show.
Philanthropic efforts
Barrymore has worked with the World Food Programme since 2005 and became an Ambassador Against Hunger in 2007.
In this role, she has advocated for school feeding programs in some of the world’s poorest countries and has taken two trips to Kenya to see the impact of hunger and poverty firsthand.
Barrymore has also partnered with McCormick to donate $1 million to No Kid Hungry, an organization that aims to ensure children have reliable access to food.
She has also supported other charities, including UNICEF, Red Cross and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Barrymore has been recognized for her charitable work, including being named a Baby2Baby Angel and a Giving Tree Honoree.
Personal life
Barrymore has two children, daughters Olive and Frankie, with her ex-husband Will Kopelman.
Olive was born in September 2012, and Frankie was born nearly two years later.
Although Barrymore and Kopelman divorced in 2016, they remain on good terms and co-parent their children.
Barrymore has taken a step back from acting to prioritize motherhood, but she has returned to TV with Netflix’s Santa Clarita Diet and her own talk show, The Drew Barrymore Show.
Kopelman has since remarried, and he and his new wife are expecting their first child together.