Drew Barrymore on Betrayal

Drew Barrymore has given fans a glimpse into her past and how she handled betrayal in a memorable encounter on *The Drew Barrymore Show*. The 49-year-old actress recently recounted a jaw-dropping revenge plot when she found out her ex-boyfriend was cheating on her.

Confrontation and Revenge

During an episode featuring musician SZA, Barrymore revealed the extent of her emotions. “I found out my ex-boyfriend was cheating on me years ago,” she explained candidly. “So, I took all of his belongings from my home, filled his car with them, and rolled it down his driveway! Then I just walked away.”

But that was not the end of Barrymore’s plot. She vividly described how she confronted both her cheating ex and the woman he had betrayed her with. “I made the girl he cheated on me with meet us for drinks, while he was just sitting there. I told him, ‘You’re going to sit here and listen to us talk!’” The situation escalated as Barrymore stated, “He had no choice but to listen, and then I drove him home and told him to get out of my car.”

Mending Relationships

Surprisingly, Barrymore mentioned that they had since mended their relationship and he is now a dear friend. “We were just young and impulsive. I made mistakes, too!” she remarked, suggesting that time and maturity had healed their past wounds.

SZA's Reflection

SZA, who was visibly impressed by Barrymore's vindictive yet humorous storytelling, chimed in, “That wasn’t stupid; that was fire! I’m inspired!” She also took a moment to reflect on her own art, expressing that Barrymore's fearless persona had influenced her creative work, including her acclaimed song "Drew Barrymore."

Impact of Authenticity

In the discussion, SZA opened up about how Barrymore’s authenticity throughout her career had always resonated with her, saying, “You have no idea how much you gave me permission to accept myself. You were quirky, and that inspired me to embrace my own 'flaws'.”

Celebrating Personal Growth

The conversation revealed a deeper bond between the two artists, reflecting their mutual admiration and how Barrymore’s career has inspired many, challenging societal norms of beauty and acceptance.

As they shared laughs and heartfelt moments, Barrymore reassured SZA that it’s essential to retain connections with each other—even the exes—as time can soften past grievances. However, SZA playfully retorted, “Maybe in the future? Time passes, baby!”

This episode serves not only as an entertaining recounting of revenge but also a celebration of personal growth and the importance of embracing one’s true self, with the iconic Drew Barrymore setting the standard for authenticity in Hollywood.