Drew Barrymore, who has been in the public eye nearly her entire life, has come forward with pride to speak openly about her sexuality. Best known for her breakout role in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Barrymore has enjoyed decades of success as an actress, producer, and talk show host. Now, she is embracing her truth, adding a new chapter to a career defined by candor, resilience, and reinvention.
Throughout her life, Barrymore’s romantic history has often made headlines. She was engaged twice in the 1990s, including to actor Jamie Walters, before briefly marrying bar owner Jeremy Thomas in 1994. The marriage lasted only two months, a sign of the turbulence that sometimes marked her early personal life.
In the 2000s, she married comedian Tom Green, though that union also ended quickly. Later, Barrymore wed Will Kopelman in 2012. Their marriage produced two daughters, Olive and Frankie, before they separated in 2016. Despite the split, Barrymore and Kopelman have maintained a strong co-parenting relationship, something she has spoken about with pride and honesty.
As a single mother, Barrymore has been candid about the difficulties of dating while raising children. Yet she has also expressed openness to falling in love again. On The Drew Barrymore Show, she has humorously reflected on past romances and even welcomed exes like Tom Green and Justin Long for warm, nostalgic reunions.
Her optimism and willingness to share both joys and struggles have made her relatable to fans. Barrymore has continued to frame her life experiences not as failures but as stepping stones toward growth. This openness has allowed her to remain a beloved figure in Hollywood, admired not just for her career but for her sincerity.
Most recently, Barrymore revealed that she identifies as bisexual, confirming long-standing speculation about her sexuality. Speaking candidly, she said she has always been attracted to women and described same-sex relationships as beautiful and natural. Her words resonated with fans, reinforcing her reputation as someone unafraid to embrace who she is while encouraging others to do the same.
