Drew Barrymore Posts Honest Makeup-Free Selfie and Celebrates Aging as a Gift
Drew Barrymore is championing a natural appearance as she embraces her milestone 50th birthday. In an Instagram video shared on December 24, the actress expressed her gratitude for aging, stating, “Aging is a privilege that I will never take for granted.” The video showcased Barrymore without makeup, reinforcing her message of self-acceptance and positivity.
Overlaying her footage, she reaffirmed, “Aging is a privilege. It is not something to fear.” The post garnered enthusiastic support from her followers, including comments from her “Blended” co-star Bella Thorne, who encouraged, “We need more of this!!!” Celebrity chef Carla Hall also praised Barrymore, emphasizing that “those beautiful laugh and smile lines are EVERYTHING!!”
Former “Married at First Sight” contestant Jamie Otis remarked on the importance of both embracing natural beauty and, if desired, pursuing surgical options. Barrymore has long advocated for wellness and self-acceptance. During an episode of “The Drew Barrymore Show,” she stated, “I haven’t done anything and I wanna try and stay that way,” while adding that everyone’s journey is unique. “We’re all on our own path and we have to support each other,” she said, encouraging her audience to treat themselves with kindness.
As she approached her 50th birthday, Barrymore reflected on a challenging period in her life, noting a significant emotional struggle in her 40s. In an exclusive interview for her February cover story with “Us Weekly,” she explained, “I found myself [at] a place where I’ve never been so upset. It was a real wake-up call that this is no way to live. Things happen. You can get through them.”
She discussed the personal changes she underwent during that decade, including her divorce from Will Kopelman, with whom she shares two daughters, and her decision to stop drinking alcohol. Barrymore advised her followers, “Please do not be so lost and mean to yourself that you don’t know your way up,” underscoring the importance of self-compassion and growth.
Now, as a single mother balancing her career and parenting, Barrymore is open to the idea of finding love again. “I’d love somebody who inspired me,” she expressed. “I cannot go backwards… There’s such a big difference, and now I’m actually happy. This decade has truly helped me find ways into choosing happiness.” Barrymore emphasized the necessity of choosing joy every day in her ongoing journey of self-discovery and affirmation.
