Drew Barrymore has never shied away from the spotlight. From her breakthrough role as a child in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial to becoming a beloved actress, producer, and talk show host, she has grown up under public scrutiny. Decades later, Barrymore is again in the public eye—this time for speaking openly and proudly about her sexuality.
Throughout her life, Barrymore’s romantic experiences have fascinated fans and tabloids alike. Her relationships—often high-profile, sometimes turbulent—reflect the complexity of a woman who has spent much of her adult life in front of cameras. Married three times, engaged twice, and with several other public relationships, she has remained candid and self-aware about love and identity.
In the 1990s, Barrymore’s relationships frequently made headlines. She was engaged to actor Jamie Walters and later to Leland Hayward III, neither of which led to marriage. In 1994, she married Welsh bar owner Jeremy Thomas, a union that lasted just two months. In the early 2000s, she married comedian Tom Green after meeting on Charlie’s Angels, though their marriage also ended quickly. Despite these breakups, Barrymore has maintained warmth and respect toward former partners, including a heartfelt reunion with Green years later on The Drew Barrymore Show.
Her longest, most stable marriage was to art consultant Will Kopelman in 2012. Together, they had two daughters, Olive and Frankie, and though they divorced in 2016, they remain close friends and committed co-parents. Barrymore has praised Kopelman as “a wonderful father” and highlighted how their friendship has been vital in providing stability for their children.
Over the years, Barrymore has reflected on her romantic past with humor and insight, inviting former partners like Tom Green and Justin Long on her show, turning potential awkwardness into touching moments. This candor is part of why she remains one of Hollywood’s most relatable stars: she doesn’t hide from her past, yet it doesn’t define her.
Recently, Barrymore publicly affirmed her bisexuality, sharing that she has always considered herself attracted to both men and women. “Do I like women sexually? Yeah, I do. Totally,” she explained. She described her perspective on beauty and attraction, emphasizing that love and connection transcend gender. Her openness has been met with widespread support, particularly from fans who see her as a role model for self-expression and acceptance.
Barrymore’s candidness about her sexuality aligns with her life and career, marked by honesty, resilience, and reinvention. From overcoming addiction as a teenager to becoming a successful businesswoman and television host, she has consistently turned vulnerability into strength. Her authenticity—rare in Hollywood—resonates deeply with her audience.
Fans have praised her courage, noting that her openness helps challenge lingering stigmas around bisexuality. She treats her sexuality as a natural part of herself rather than a “confession,” reflecting a broader cultural shift toward understanding identity as fluid and personal.
Professionally, Barrymore continues to thrive. The Drew Barrymore Show showcases her warmth, humor, and empathy, whether reuniting with friends or addressing topics like mental health and motherhood. She also advocates for self-care, self-love, and emotional growth, encouraging people to embrace all aspects of themselves.
Barrymore’s decision to come out publicly is not a reinvention but an affirmation. At 50, she continues to teach that authenticity matters more than perfection. For someone famous nearly her entire life, her story is ultimately about freedom—the freedom to love who you love, speak your truth, and grow without shame. And if her career proves anything, it’s that Drew Barrymore has never been afraid to take bold, inspiring steps.