Drew Barrymore, the well-known actress and talk show host, recently shared a heartwarming moment with her eldest daughter, Olive. On an episode of “The Drew Barrymore Show,” Barrymore revealed that Olive, who is 11 years old, surprised her by trying on her wedding dress from when she was married to her ex-husband, Will Kopelman, in 2012. Despite the potentially emotional moment, Barrymore’s first reaction was one of admiration and joy.
Seeing her daughter wear the wedding dress was particularly special for Barrymore, as she was pregnant with Olive when she walked down the aisle. Barrymore shared with her audience that Olive wearing the dress was technically the second time she had worn it, since Olive had been six months in her belly at the time. Barrymore also mentioned that she is keeping the dress for Olive and her younger sister, Frankie, who is 9 years old.
Candid Reflections on Divorce
Barrymore has been open about the challenges she faced after her divorce from Kopelman in 2016. She admitted that the breakup hit her hard and that she struggled to cope with the pain of the separation. In a 2020 interview on “Sunday Today,” Barrymore expressed how difficult the divorce was for her, acknowledging the ongoing emotional toll it had taken on her.
Struggles with Alcohol
In a candid moment with the Los Angeles Times in 2023, Barrymore revealed that she relied on alcohol as a coping mechanism after her divorce. She admitted that her drinking had gotten so out of control that her therapist decided to end their sessions. Barrymore acknowledged her therapist’s decision and expressed her desire to overcome her struggles with alcohol and regain their trust.
As a mother of two girls, Barrymore has also shared humorous anecdotes about parenting challenges. She recounted a time when her daughters used her past choices against her, such as arguing about clothing choices. Barrymore humorously mentioned that her daughter wanted to wear a crop top, leading to amusing exchanges between the two of them.
Drew Barrymore’s experience of motherhood and post-divorce life has been filled with ups and downs. Despite the challenges she has faced, Barrymore remains resilient and open about her struggles, providing a relatable story for many parents and individuals going through similar life changes.
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