Movie Stars: Child Stars–Drew Barrymore, from “E.T.” in 1982 to “Poison Ivy and “The Wedding Singer”

Drew Barrymore

Drew Barrymore in ET

Drew Barrymore in ET.

Drew Barrymore’s career began with her breakout role in Spielberg’s 1982 masterwork, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial at age 7.

However, her early success was followed by turbulent period in adolescence. Barrymore’s comeback in the 1990s, marked by Poison Ivy and The Wedding Singer, demonstrated her resilience. The founding of her production company, Flower Films, allowed her to take control of her career, while blockbusters like Never Been Kissed and Charlie’s Angels solidified Barrymore as a Hollywood star.

Her transition also involved producing successful projects, including Donnie Darko and 50 First Dates.

Barrymore’s ability to overcome challenges and evolve from a child star to a Hollywood movie powerhouse demonstrates her lasting impact on the industry.

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