Drew Barrymore's Classic First Appearance | Carson Tonight Show

Original Airdate: 07/28/1982
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[@l7weenie273]

To think this little sweetie started drinking and doing drugs shortly after this, ended up in rehab at 13 and attempted suicide at 14. Heartbreaking. But somehow she turned her life around and is as sweet and adorable as a grown woman 👏 Team Drew for life

[@MsTinkerbelle87]

She’s a Barrymore it’s in their blood :( They probably did see it coming…she’s a warrior.

[@ryliel3130]

@@MsTinkerbelle87 it’s in nobody’s “blood”. She had an unstable home life, and both her parents introduced her to drugs and alchohol. Her father was a violent drunk, and her mom would take her out with her friends late at night, five times a week or more and let her drink and do other bad stuff like that. Because drew would feel anxious before interviews like this, her mom would get her drunk to help her “loosen up” and become more talkative. It was the influence of her parents… I really think drew wouldn’t have gone down such a dark path if she just had more responsible parental figures in her life. Poor thing :( she was SO young…

[@rickwinter2301]

Very sad.i would have taken care of her and she would have said " poppa

[@AlmightyAphrodite]

Never knew that. That is heartbreaking. 😔 Glad she came out better on the other side. Cant imagine how hard that must have been... 💞

[@lkweasley8236]

I know, I was thinking the same thing. She’s about a year older than me, and I always loved her and kind of looked up to her growing up. She was such a delightful, real, bright, charming little girl, and it’s so heartbreaking watching this interview, because you know what’s coming. She pulled out of it, though. Mad snaps for that. She still seems like a very warm and kind and down-to-earth person.

[@marissaa8506]

“Do you know what a commercial is?” “Of course I do. I’m in some.” 🤣

[@drewlovelyhell4892]

A dumb question to ask any child actor!

[@markcarpenter9235]

Drew came into this world loving people and knowing how to make them feel good about themselves. Such an open and honest spirit!

[@ryanjohnson4249]

She is also very intelligent, smart, down to earth, kind and likeable.

[@janevenezia8889]

She comes from a very talented family,,,The Barrymore’s

[@314Thethirdeye08]

I love Drew!!! She’s fantastic I’m so glad she turned her life around.

[@israilquershi8842]

Aà ​@@ryanjohnson4249

[@Jack54275]

Amazing how Carson spent the first couple of minutes settling her nerves and any embarrassment she felt by asking her whether she rehearsed the entry, how there are quite a few who have fallen.......complimenting her on her shoes.... quick thinking and sensitivity - class act

[@nowisthetime7461]

Carson was wonderful at interviewing people and bringing out who they are.

[@Analysis_Paralysis]

Yeah, that was nice of him! She seemed to be so embarrassed...

[@cetzingla6002]

You are bright I spotted that too

[@ryanjohnson4249]

Well, I love her shoes too!

[@ryanjohnson4249]

​@@nowisthetime7461Carson's right. Her shoes are really pretty.

[@deepsix6666]

Drew could not be more adorable. Slipping on her entrance and then putting her teeth on his desk I'm rolling 😅

[@cinemaparadiso5402]

She's smarter than me .. and I am an adult (professional loser) .. also I have fear of speaking publicly .. can't act .. can't dance .. but, unlike her, I am extremely good at uncharming people. She's amazing!

[@mariamercy7317]

@@cinemaparadiso5402 Good Morning, I'm going to tell you that you are not a loser! No one is. We all have different personalities, different traits and talents. Some are great actors, some great chefs, etc. Rise up and Shine! You too are great! 😊

[@cinemaparadiso5402]

@@mariamercy7317 I fear becoming homeless ... Mom is extremely sick & @ the hospital... I am on several antidepressants, sleeping aids and Nexium ...I am pretty sure I am a professional loser 🥲 .. however, sweet, kind, caring people like you are exactly what the world needs now! ❤️❤️❤️

[@simol.176]

@@cinemaparadiso5402 Not a loser at all, just a person this cruel world is not being kind to. Hope things can soon get better 🌻

[@cinemaparadiso5402]

@@simol.176 Thank you for reminding me that good people still exist!

[@csy897]

Her personality, her expressions, her smile. She's the very definition of "born to be a star"

[@starrcompany3275]

She was VERY giving of herself! Oh how I wish we stayed as innocent as we were as children 🥺

[@waynej2608]

Drew continues to do the Barrymore name justice.

[@BlackPanther-lx9we]

True ❤️

[@joelpineda4414]

And what happened to her?? She doesn’t have her own business line?? And is she doing more movies?? Is she successful for being a professional singer and actress? Where’s drew Barrymore now??

[@joelpineda4414]

@Arjun but I want to know like her biography lol and is she a successful singer and she’s done with high school/college?

[@shoutg]

Johnny Carson was so good at interviewing his guests, of all ages. He is a legend.

[@camilleg.1234]

I couldn’t get over how smart & so interested she was to listen to Johnny Carson as she smoothly & confidently responded to 16:11 Johnny Carson’s questions.

[@camilleg.1234]

I’m definitely going to look for any other movies 🎥 she has acted & stared in. ❤

[@Manfrog100]

Adorable.

[@jordan11752]

@@frankwilliam1840 he was flirting with a child. Absolutely disgusting

[@wanderlust1334]

​@@camilleg.1234Charlie's Angels is her most famous one

[@phungcanhngo]

Johnny Carson was the best talk show in America.

[@markfriedman5093]

She was the first little kid I've ever seen that actually had something she wanted to say rather than just answer questions that had been posed to her. That is extremely rare in a kid her age.

[@janbrandonjr]

but the writers write that stuff

[@briangrassely6106]

@@janbrandonjr LOL I wasn’t sure if I was going to find you. Us “red pilled” minds just can’t take ANYTHING at face value. Im unsure 100% either way. If it’s scripted then That would mean 16minutes of perfection.

[@walcoman]

Good point, she is one of those unique and rarely seen little kids who seem to have an old soul. Kinda makes you ponder the concept of reincarnation! 😉

[@ellettakennison8845]

@@walcoman l

[@deirdrevisser6955]

Bi

[@jessicaxhansen]

she had so much intelligence and personality for being only 7 years old! so adorable! she was born to be a star. this is such a great interview 🥺

[@fazzahamdan294]

Hello greetings from the royal house of Dubai 🇦🇪...

[@matthewsmith925]

The good old days. She's still nice

[@ashleyrae6393]

cause she was already drinking and on crack :\ sad

[@susanacharmers4323]

@@ashleyrae6393 Some kids are so young & have such personality & ability to talk & act. It's NOT because she was drinking & on crack. What you are saying is very disrespectful to a talented young kid.

[@bobbiebarnett936]

@@fazzahamdan29408

[@PS_testing321...]

She was darling and she still is. She has been through so much, but found her strength. Stay cool, Drew.

[@dwntwnjuliet17]

She was absolutely charming and I've always cheered for her. To know about the very adult situations she was put in as a child is heartbreaking. She's a strong and sweet person and I'm happy she fought her way thru it and landed on her feet. You're fabulous Drew.

[@finster1968]

Well put

[@alemitukassa3159]

Charming although she had to perform an adult role.

[@user-vg5wm3mt4g]

Appreciate your evaluation. I adore her too. She's so innocent. Love Her.

[@lauraw9117]

Her candid responses at that age were so funny and wise beyond her years. She was destined to be a big thing.

[@brian-vz5hz]

To second star in mediocre Adam Sandler films yes. Just kidding but Drew is a natural and had it since a young child. True talent.

[@3joewj]

Kids were smarter back then..its just a fact.

[@MrSilkySweat]

@@3joewj Kids today have no idea how to interact with people. They're too busy on their "SMART" phones. (ironic) 😔

[@elizabethsambajon9300]

This young sweetie kept me in my dreams of sisterhood since her and my bid to sorority, which I did not take. If Adam Sandler, and her were a thing, it's good they left each other, bc Adam is sort of devilish. She is too sweet!!!

[@didi012578]

​@@elizabethsambajon9300What!?

[@suepete]

Most enjoyable 16 minutes I've had in a longggg time. Innocence in a world that's gone wacko.

[@williamkoppos7039]

Absolutely agree

[@joannaedwards6325]

This is going into my liked library. Watch it whenever I need a cheer up lift. This is an ANTI DEPRESSANT.

[@CaptainRetroStation]

Drew is an incredible human being. To go from this, to Hollywood party favour, to a has been, all before she completed her teens. Most people wouldn’t even try for a comeback after all that, but thankfully, she did, and she’s STILL a total sweetheart! 🤩

[@lynncarol606]

Back, when late night talk show hosts, were enjoyable and fun to watch. Today, they can be too political and mean spirited. Drew was adorable, interacting with Johnny. Miss those days.

[@joekelley5121]

I feel the same way. It reminds me how much has changed since then. Innocence is being destroyed at earlier and earlier ages now.

[@jaconova]

As heartwarming as this is, it also makes me think how hard and dangerous and stressful it can be for kids to be in the spotlight of entertainment business. Is also eerie how she keeps hinting at things that were wrong with her mom ("she would kill me", "she is always on the phone").

[@temi4116]

That's kids for ya... often spill beans. Maybe that's why a lot of parents don't want their kids to talk. The parents keep things under wraps and whether their kids would tell something to others outside the immediate family that would be personal, wrong or whatever, my father didn't want us kids speaking out. I cannot count how many times when I was growing up at home that my father said " I'm going to tell you something but it should be kept in the house." I suppose he felt a need to share stuff anyway that often should not have even been said. 😱

[@LunazulBaraka]

She also said she never kissed her goodnight

[@DVGomes]

the part about "my mom would kill me..." Is metaphorical, not literal! as far as "my mom is always on the phone" how many people would Drew have known at age 7 to need to speak to by phone?!! Not very many. This 20 or 30 years ago when people used wind up dial phones, and party lines, I am about 4 or 5 years older than Drew, and my parents didn't let me talk non stop on the phone at that age. Also I didn't know very many people to talk to. Now, 12/19/2022 I have about 350 contacts in my Moto G Pure Smartphone and email list and other Social media like KZbin. We live in a different world than Drew's 7 y.o. world back then.

[@DVGomes]

@@LunazulBaraka Drew was probably just joking about that. I'm sure she was saying that she wanted more kisses than she was getting, her mother being busy.

[@Juleesuz]

I thought the same thing too. She has triumphed through so much and I admire her for that.

[@catbishop206]

SO glad she MADE IT! Such a lovely bright warm soul. Bless her.

[@daphneway659]

Every child needs someone to talk to her the way he does--to be taken seriously and really seen.

[@alexawermuth1219]

Really? I feel like a few things he said would be considered quite inappropriate! Not for me, but for the snowflakes.

[@alexawermuth1219]

@Fhh Fjgh i think its cute

[@cooldude4643]

sad that innocent men cant even talk to kids any more because of women like you

[@daphneway659]

@@alexawermuth1219 I hope you find some faith in humanity.

[@daphneway659]

@Fhh Fjgh I hope you find some faith in humanity.

[@samuelchandrashaker2020]

At the tender age of 7 years, she responded boldly and marvellously to all questions flawlessly in the presence of huge crowd, who in turn responded cheerfully. Hats off. 👍

[@saarapollonen8138]

Yeah wonder why, she's been controlled from the day she was born. Check out mk ultra in Hollywood

[@LordBeauchamp1994]

Because the farther back in time you go the more people treated children with respect and responsibility allowing them to be like this unlike today where we treat them like babies until aged 18

[@INYB]

@@LordBeauchamp1994 well said

[@rainbowgirlism]

@@LordBeauchamp1994 h she was exposed to drugs and alcohol at age 10..that's not treating children with respect.

[@realcanadiangirl64]

@@rainbowgirlism Yes, she didn't have great parents

[@antoniobell4070]

I have always loved her she is a genuine person

[@joniarmel7308]

She is absolutely delightful. Such a sweetheart.

[@dznkonki8707]

No wonder Drew became such a successful actress, she's a natural.

[@patriciafevecque66]

Drew was bèautiful.thenand is beautiful now she.has the same.cute face and smile

[@VIPKidHealth]

She also had a a lot of connections.

[@georgejaymes4756]

big deal she weird

[@EmmelineSama]

@@georgejaymes4756 um no, she's human no one is perfect.

[@doloresdeguzman6487]

I enjoyed watching this for the nth times. Drew is an icon. She's my favorite

[@meanmomma4500]

She's such a ball of sunshine. She always had a natural great sense of humor as well.

[@timafiggy]

And throwing fireballs too 🤣

[@user-er3du2co2n]

I’m 60 n watching this brought tears too my eyes. I’ve had 6 back surgeries in the 90s n struggled with opioid addiction for 10 years then heroin for almost 5 years n by the grace of God I’ve got 10 years clean n sober September 4th of 2024 n had no support from anybody through it all but like Drew I found my own way out of addiction. So glad for her today.

[@TicklerDude]

Nobody cares about you or your life struggles. I had waffles for breakfast

[@Miracx3]

So happy to hear you've been clean for that long. Sorry for everything you've been through. God bless 🙌

[@tewodrossamson790]

God bless. I'm happy for you

[@daisy3384]

Happy for your success ... Praise God 💜✨💜✨

[@TheJanet4321]

Good for you!

[@Stephanvann1965]

At seven years old, her personality was already larger than life. She was destined for great things. I remember that when it aired, I would safely say Miss Barrymore is true Hollywood Royalty.

[@RachaelsLibrary]

I love her💕

[@cs4451]

Yeah, I'm so happy she was among one of many successful child actors to obtain success in adult life like Ron Howard, Jodie foster, not succumbing to drug/alcohol abuse.

[@RachaelsLibrary]

@Heloise O'Byrne glad that she stays the same, even better💕

[@jaynecrawford7043]

@@cs4451 unfortunately she started abusing drugs and alcol at a very early age...round about 8 or 9 years old

[@cs4451]

@@jaynecrawford7043 ohh , I did not know that

[@pebblesbrown2308]

She hasn't changed at all. This is an adorable interview.

[@frisacruise3983]

💯 agree. Her chubby cheeks, lips, hair, her head when she is talking, talkative, funny. Damn Hollywood doesn't change her personality. Love her 🤩

[@ShubhaJoshi]

I agree. She hasn’t changed a bit

[@mariamercy7317]

I love your crown Pebbles! Father God has one saved especially for you 😉

[@winning3329]

She was probably drunk, remember she went to aa at 12 years old

[@anti-agingwithaf1108]

🖒

[@wanderlust1334]

She was soooo expressive even at 7! Man i would love to have someone like her as my friend!

[@Rakel6784]

When she pulled out her teeth😂🤣😂🤣 She's always been so sweet...She over came so much in her life...I'm so proud of Drew....She's now an amazing mama

[@efmoura1212]

Carson nailed the interview. Never talked to her like she was a little girl. She was pure magic.

[@kenbrohere]

He seemed very uncomfortable to me.

[@smsconfig]

Agreed. And at the very end he reminded her to wave to the audience, and then she had the presence of mind to turn back and wave to him. Johnny was perfect with her.

[@killmore75]

This interview was sketched just like a movie!

[@jesusislord6545]

Repent to Jesus Christ “Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them. For everything in the world-the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life-comes not from the Father but from the world.” ‭‭1 John‬ ‭2:15-16‬ ‭NIV‬‬ I

[@killmore75]

@@jesusislord6545 Your post is in the wrong place! lol!

[@jillkjv3816]

He was so sweet to child guests.

[@phyllisirwin5660]

All guests, elderly women would tell Johnny they were married. I so loved that! I so miss Johnny, a class act!

[@user-ih4fd9sf8x]

@@phyllisirwin5660 class act indeed

[@user-rk4yz2qg9p]

Seeing this for the first time in 2024 due to the KZbin algorithm. I was always a fan of Johnny Carson and the show but never saw this interview. Young Drew is beautiful and charming. I love how Johnny Carson made her feel relaxed and comfortable. I totally enjoyed watching this. I wonder if grownup Drew ever looked back at this moment? ❤❤❤❤

[@christinerobinson890]

She’s about as precious as they come. Such personality. I have a grand daughter like this. She gives my life such joy.

[@pauljordan4452]

Here's to you, Mrs Robinson.

[@NYCSphynx]

kids that age are so ‘real’, are t they?! Totally untainted, unfiltered… real people!

[@ibeetellingya5683]

At 7, her sense of humor was impressively witty, dry, and tongue-in-cheek.

[@starrcompany3275]

But brilliant,good timing and understanding for a child.Things to say of her own and of importance! Had a song ready for him and honesty givin without embarrassment! (Teeth)👍🏿

[@Blueprince436]

Who would have thought she turned out so bad, it's weird

[@aanvi5]

@@Blueprince436 how is she bad?

[@glowinthadark]

@@Blueprince436 due to Epstein abuse type industry life so they say ..who ate they..?

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

This man is calling her a woman. She is 7, and trying to flirt. I think she was molested by an adult. This is not normal.

[@wjiakhalid]

Loved how he made her comfortable about her fall at entrance; we need more such show hosts todays

[@constancedegrave7940]

Aww. With love

[@constancedegrave7940]

ID so love to send drew that clip.

[@itsourlife]

Days without social media, people back then were REAL.

[@holy9781]

@@OnlyFans.com-LauraVittadini do u have multiple accounts spamming this wierdo

[@fortunateson101]

@@OnlyFans.com-LauraVittadini How many times are you planning on copying and pasting this comment?

[@KidstaSam]

Drew Barrymore was a darling then and Johnny Carson loved every minute of it. I loved the way he treated her with respect. That's one class apart Host.

[@Educate.Tomorrow.2DA]

What a fantastic interview! She was well beyond her years! What talent, genuine love and kindness. Unfortunately, things took a bad turn, yet she managed to plow through those challenges and pick herself up and brush herself off. What a beautiful example of faith and believing in oneself! Today she is on the other side of the desk interviewing her guests with the compassion Johnny had for her! So proud of the woman she is today!!! ❤We love you, Drew! ❤

[@Jeffrey-wo5sx]

Only Johnny Carson could have handled with such grace and humor to make it totally entertaining. He never made jokes at the desk for his own ego when talking to guests…much like hosts today when they interview. They don’t make em like Carson anymore. He was pure class.

[@emmanuel7984]

You are absolutely right, Johnny Carson is the best!

[@Wisdom122]

So true Jeffrey. Talk show hosts today only make jokes to lift their own egos and direct attention to themselves.

[@mariasalinas3248]

Jeffrey, indeed! All the current late night hosts are garbage...they should all be cancelled!

[@dos-fslady3140]

I wept through his final show, and still weep whenever I see a clip of his sign-off.

[@donaldholderdoc2910]

The way he calmed her down after being embarrassed about slipping was expertise in motion.

[@rtazman2004]

Drew Barrymore was such an adorable baby girl. I Sure Do miss Johnny Carson hosting the Tonight Show.

[@thomaspage9856]

Carson was the best...nobody has ever equalled him!

[@joycechapman7071]

I concur! This was great!

[@jf6720]

@@thomaspage9856 Or come close.

[@gaymichaelis7581]

I agree with you, Ryazan! I sure miss Johnny Carson and all the old guys I guess!!! I’m 73… How old are you?

[@michelemckercher1517]

AMEN to that! There are no more TALK shows.

[@Automalice]

She had such a fabulous attitude and personality for such a young child. Quick-witted, totally comfortable to speak her mind, personable and able to keep the conversation flowing. Insane! I couldn’t do so well as a 28 year old. She really hasn’t changed at all. Such a sparkly person. I love Drew ❤

[@bubbles4905]

She was so adorable! Shes doing a great job with Johnny Carson, especially for a 7 year old.❤😊

[@Sandra-lb5pu]

She was made to be in front of the camera. What a gifted child.

[@BrentWilkins7777]

She's a Barrymore after all.

[@KaribeCuebas]

She was so darn adorable!! I smiled from ear to ear throughout this interview.

[@lovehometheater]

Me too!

[@ancestralteasntings7127]

Me too. I was impressed with Drew and Carson's interviewing skills. He was genuine and personable.

[@neerajsajwan6146]

I imagined you smiling from ear to ear like one of the aliens 👽 in MIB

[@jesusislord6545]

Repent to Jesus Christ “Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them. For everything in the world-the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life-comes not from the Father but from the world.” ‭‭1 John‬ ‭2:15-16‬ ‭NIV‬‬ J

[@joeszkwarek7146]

@@lovehometheater ij9*8*&uuujjj

[@johnnycanales9569]

She was the most precious thing. Absolutely adore this interview. It always brings a smile to my face.

[@sylviagesch7413]

Omg...he is so funny .and sweet ..he always brought the best out in people...they connected so wonderfully.

[@ginnylorenz5265]

Johnny was so kind to her after her little slip and fall. Makes me like him even more.

[@queeniepop2058]

He was a true charmer!!

[@attybong]

she was in control of the entire conversation, johnny doesn't even have to throw questions .. what a natural talent she has !!

[@amberrose1108]

They might have rehearsed it

[@attybong]

@@amberrose1108 including her entrance?

[@cicislife1147]

@@OnlyFans.com-LauraVittadini really?

[@holy9781]

@@cicislife1147 this dude is a spam account lol

[@ChefLauraGiacalone]

@@cicislife1147 Yes, really.

[@Losrandir]

I don't even usually like children much but she puts a smile on my face

[@monicardoso724]

😂

[@josietindell5615]

😂 same!

[@delrey874]

Why do you hate children?

[@sweetgirl070707]

​@@delrey874 they didn't say they hate children

[@blakeb9964]

Lmao same.

[@maakbhosada]

Drew has to be one of the cutest child actress. She’s adorable and she is cute even as an adult

[@ratuadilFF]

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[@ryanjohnson4249]

And also a brilliant actress.

[@eirmoc]

Her eyes literally sparkle! Such a darling!

[@oicsaywhat]

Still the same adorable Drew all these years later. She has a beautiful personality

[@dtschuor459]

She must have been born kind and empathetic. I’m so glad she was able to get a grip on her substance abuse problem early. What a wonderful chance it gave her at a very satisfying life and career🥰

[@starchild8041]

You said it oicsaywhat ! I was thinking that the whole time I watched this. 👍

[@shaunphan9039]

Even now, she still looks like when she was 7 years old. Her face, her expressions, the way she speaks, nothing has changed.

[@shaunphan9039]

@Amelia Airheart so sad.

[@2EKgn16]

Huh? Hollywood turned her into a blood sucking hemp plant that worships Satan??? I seriously can't with KZbin commenters🤦‍♀️

[@youbothverytrouble1395]

@@2EKgn16 hahaha Thankyou ! if u guys off me don't make a issue a about me, I WILL STOP !

[@youbothverytrouble1395]

@Amelia Airheart hahaha be careful your mouth sir, everything can turn back to you ! YOUR SAID I'M SATAN, HOW ABOUT UR MOUTH AND EYES TO DO WITH ME AND MY FRIEND ? U GUYS ALWAYS MAKE ME TROUBLE IN REAL LIFE ! I'M REAL 7777REAL 78, MY FRIEND 70REAL 75, IF U OFF ,I WILL OFF !U MAKE MY LIFE SCARE NOT YET I MAKE YOUR LIFE TROUBLE ,U UNDERSTAND SIRRR HUH ?

[@sintawintabinta]

@Amelia Airheart pls what? lmao

[@user-sm3xs9kv6u]

Her estrangement from her mom started early & the conversation Drew had w/ Johnny gave us insight that the emotional distance.she had w/her mom began @ a very early age. So sad that drinking & drugs became her refuge as a result of that mother / daughter relationship. Happy that Drew found herself & became a great mother to her daughters, a great actor, business woman, talk show host, etc. Her tough childhood gave her the drive & desire to prove the naysayers wrong & has succeeded on so many levels in her life. Kudos to you, Drew!

[@carlafoxworth3501]

All these years later, no one can come close to Johnny!! He was, and will probably always be, the Master of late-night TV. He is missed.

[@carolr.3187]

Indeed

[@finster1968]

Yes. And I’d actually say the same about Drew. (Except of course, she’s still here). Never has someone been so abused by Hollywood and still prevailed and survived with a fairly level head. She’s one of a kind.

[@msk.7878]

Spanish version Chilean host Don Francisco

[@nicoleboisvert2866]

Her mannerisms are still exactly the same….she will always be such a Hollywood sweetheart…..who couldn’t love her ❤️

[@paulaangeli9462]

She’s such a cute 90s rock chick

[@constancemiller3753]

I just hope she's loved in return. Must be hard to be an open soul in Hollywood.

[@danielleelias685]

Nicole I agree with you 100%.

[@v2talk]

At seven years old she is so exceptionally spontaneous, unpredictable and so much at ease. No wonder she is so endearing and successful. Makes me feel embarrassed at my age, lol

[@KJenny-th6cj]

Ditto ^.^

[@Cekatu]

I was truly charmed. Extremely self-assured child. She fell, and wasn't phased one bit. It seemed everyone noticed the fall except her! A class act.

[@kateealer7]

And now she has her own talk show. From clips I've seen, she has a lot of Carson energy.

[@user-wj6hg9jo8n]

At the tender age of 7 years, she responded boldly and marvellously to all questions flawlessly in the presence of huge crowd, who in turn responded cheerfully. Hats off.

[@jennylisa556]

She hasn't changed a bit . The way she talks and everything . It's beautiful . God bless her always.

[@pauldavid8445]

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[@ritajoseph2873]

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[@pauldavid8445]

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[@pauldavid8445]

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[@luisrjavier40]

@@pauldavid8445 But Paul David, are you David Paul?

[@cputrbug]

Carson was a class act. He did great interviews, and took this 7yr old seriously as an actress. He could have yukked it up for the crowd, but he didn't. Drew had a tough life after ET but Stephen Speilberg kept an eye on her and she grew up spending time with him and his family through the years. I saw an interview on her show with him - he surprised her for her birthday. The bond between Speilberg and Drew is father/daughter and to this day she still loves him.

[@michealphilips18]

Hello there, how are you doing today

[@usererror8836]

He's her Godfather

[@su-rv2uq]

He didn't keep much of an eye on her, as she was going to clubs at age 9, and given booze and drugs.

[@sweetmisvixen]

I’m interested, you say drew had a tough time after et, what happened to her?

[@cputrbug]

@@sweetmisvixen she basically was on her own from age 8. Her mom was busy partying etc. Drew became a drug addict by the time she was 11, by herself at Hollywood parties and hanging with people much older than her. In her late teens she was in rehab and got herself figured out, but went through a lot of stuff in those 10 years. I'm proud of her for coming out stronger and whole. Many child actors don't make it

[@NicoleMBoily]

Isn't she lovely? Isn't she wonderfull. She did not change and this is why everybody loves her.

[@earthling3660]

One of the sweetest souls on the planet. Then and now. Always.

[@kenchung2675]

She’s still a darling even after being all grown up.

[@liriogalvan9131]

Amen 🙏 sweet like a honey 🍯❤️

[@coconut2184]

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[@Moonraker11]

She did the famous scream! LOL!! This interview is priceless!

[@AJ-ks9ef]

Drew is a contemporary of mine so I, of course, never saw this live. However, I heard this interview mentioned over the years and I am just now watching it for the 1st time. What a fantastic interview! She was a precious precocious child and I'm glad that after all she was exposed to, she turned out so well.

[@barbm2375]

It is wonderful to see him speak to her like a person. So many people talk about kids to the adults around them instead of interacting with them one on one. This is so endearing. They are captivated by one another. 🥰

[@davidtaylor6780]

Hi Barb,hope you’re okay ?

[@twoshady518]

i agree one hundred percent. i never talked down to my kids like so many adults do. i think they have a better vocabulary now because of it.

[@tyelia1]

Their conversation flowed so natural. They were so “engaged” and Drew is completely focused. I am so glad I got to view this!!

[@dwandaaahbit2755]

l watched tis few times n never bored ...♥️

[@HMMELD]

@@tyelia1 Carson seems very patronizing to me

[@BelleTolles]

She's not just adorable, her sparkling intelligence shines from her eyes. I bet she was one of Johnny's favorite guests ever.

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[@beatrizmanriquez8957]

She is sooo smart and witty.

[@levieenrose7646]

What an enchanting and confident little girl. Drew really was a star even at 7 years old. Its shocking to think that around this age she was partying at the infamous Studio 54, taking drugs and drinking. Its great that Drew managed to turn her life around and never look back. It's lovely to see Johnny engaging so well with Drew. He doesn't patronise or belittle her but speaks to her on a adult level. Wonderful interview

[@WonkaBiz]

No. Not at 7 years old. Maybe like 5 years later

[@brainoftor]

Omg my face hurts from smiling. She was and is such a gentle, sweet and beautiful human. I am in awe of YOU, Drew! ❤️

[@mayankk108]

I just love Drew Barrymore. It's surprisingly incredible that she still has the same mannerisms when she is live on instagram, the same charm. What an incredible woman she is. ♥️♥️

[@jackthelad9933]

Yep. True class on display here.

[@itsme-le1bg]

thanks for mentioning instagram. I have to look for her there.

[@bertiewooster5588]

exactly what i was thinking.

[@allyharsha2482]

True that

[@margaretmcg.hollinger7763]

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[@joycelyntaylor3136]

This was an award winning interview. She has the same energy today. Her talk show is very energetic and positive!

[@kimberlygray7629]

YES I LOVE HER TALK SHOW I ALWAYS LOVE WATCHING HER ,SHES A GOOD ACTRESS ALSO

[@elizabradley4797]

Drew survived the Barrymore fame embraced it & all that went with it ~ Most adorable child ever ~ she is happy now with her own children & even a Tv show ~ Bless Drew 🩷

[@sarahstevenson630]

This just shows huge amounts of confidence at such a young age..adorable

[@happyhumpinghamsters]

Drew is such a little doll, even at that age she gives such mature comments, so honest. Johnny was wonderful with her, very caring.

[@jedijones]

She matured fast, that's for sure, well into her teen years.

[@payableondeath9091]

@@jedijones she kinda still sounds the same, so fun and energetic

[@pattycasko9085]

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[@LessaVanessa]

Poor girl is drunk here. It's soooo sad seeing all these naive comments, calling this "cute," while these people are clearly oblivious as to the real reason why she feels so "relaxed" in this. I'm guessing they know nothing about her mother or her life. Yikes.

[@clarakozol4611]

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[@lisaroye3818]

This is the most wholesome and precious thing ever. Born to be a star, in the best sense of the word.

[@LaurettaVendetta]

It's crazy to know she was battling a drug addiction this young. She was not sober here. She didn't get sober the first time until she went to rehab at the age of NINE.

[@callumnye2562]

@@davidnickolas6853 foool

[@johnwilliam5919]

Hi👋

[@yily.giglia]

She is still now as natural, fun, sincere and charming as when she was 7. Personality didn't change ❤😅 God bless her.

[@HeartChannelInsights]

I've watched this interview a few times, can't get enough of it, she is such a remarkable soul! 😊💓💓💓

[@jordynkl]

When she took her little flippers out and put it on the table I melted 😂😂😂 she is just too cute haha

[@adav5533]

But first she wiped them dry on her dress.🤗

[@brianvolpe3242]

There’s certain mannerisms she still has today, amazing women!

[@temi4116]

I agree that some mannerisms we saw in the 7 yr old Drew, can still be seen in the Drew we see today!!.

[@jellybean1879]

*woman

[@jaradaniels9289]

She is so precious. Still to this day she's just as charming. I'm so glad she survived through it.

[@kassadymaree7827]

you can tell she really looked up to Johnny Carson.....we all love you drew, just like Johnny!:)

[@ruthopenstone3432]

Carson had one of the quickest minds in TV. And Drew Barrymore. Not enough can be said. She popped out of the womb being unique and extraordinary and has remained so.

[@michealphilips18]

Hello there how are you doing today

[@SnowboardJedi]

With all of Hollyweird being Satanic I surely think she is 1 of the few who escaped it's claws

[@joanmanalo9421]

I could watch them two talking the whole day..so cute..I think Carlson is a good Dad..🙂

[@SnowboardJedi]

@@joanmanalo9421 are you the baby sitter or nanny?

[@denvyzhang4006]

The grown up Drew still has the awkwardness and genuine smile the little Drew had. I always like her.

[@Verena101]

God, she was so cool, fun and intelligent in this age. Wow. Such a good comedian.

[@sumitkain]

Johnny puts her at ease and makes her comfortable the moment she comes in. Humility and class!

[@MrMJmusicLover]

After she tripped 😅

[@doloresdeguzman6487]

She's so sweet I watched this a couple of times already and never gets tired. I just love this little girl even until today. God bless you Ms Drew🥰

[@jessicamanley8218]

hes a creep

[@reubennolt9063]

Yeah, true class!

[@patirvin-bz9pg]

What an absolute charmer she was.

[@mariamjaziri6719]

She is adorable may God bless her i love her so much

[@jendesign5537]

She’s absolutely adorable & smart with tons of personality! Johnny was the bestttt Tonight Show host and is still enjoyable to watch all these years later.

[@newtempphone-ash9507]

her show is such a joy, I haven't tuned into a live talk show since KLG left. I fan out over her fanning out : )

[@donnarowe1890]

I agree!

[@hizgrase]

I agree.

[@newtempphone-ash9507]

@@hizgrase great dog!

[@payableondeath9091]

@Jen Design I wonder what Johnny if he were with us would say to her today about her having her own show 🙂

[@Orleans11]

Johnny gave her 16 minutes. That pretty much says everything right there.

[@suecole5543]

What a sweetheart .

[@bulletproofair]

She's so adorable and witty! What a treat to watch her as a youngster and to now see her being the wonderful woman she is today!

[@addis1395]

What an adorable child she was

[@Donna-cc1kt]

I saw this a long time ago. I don’t think she is anything more than true to herself. She seems to still be the sweetest, open and generous person as an adult. She hasn’t sold herself. I congratulate her spirit. Sending her admiration & respect.

[@callumnye2562]

Hello Donna, how are you doing?

[@mystiquesaura5088]

Drew barry more is so adorable!!!

[@Purplenpinkk]

She's such a beautiful child. Such an adorable personality.

[@starrynight3363]

Yes so much personality like that one director said!! Drew now has kids. I wonder if they have her talent etc ?

[@Purplenpinkk]

@@starrynight3363 From what I've seen, the oldest daughter is gifted in photography.

[@noelbecker7002]

Poise

[@Tnc874]

She was

[@payableondeath9091]

@@starrynight3363 TBH I think she's stole the show and there won't be any others that can come close

[@reneeflamand8991]

This kid had our hearts from day one, and she still does.

[@michealphilips18]

Hello there, how are you doing today

[@Coolramvishnu]

Such a cute and endearing interaction! I somehow love this old man! The interaction between little Drew and him is like between a granpa and a grandchild! So cute! Loved the way he made her comfortable when she tripped! Glad this popped up on my feed🩷

[@samiclark7503]

Thank you God for sending this gorgeous child to earth

[@michaelmerta8956]

My God she is so funny absolutely adorable.

[@dtschuor459]

So sweet, it almost makes me cry. I’m glad her life turned out well.

[@gracelee79]

Seeing her at this age in this clip makes me cry She had such a tough childhood, wish I could go back in time to give her a big hug!

[@priscillagallagher7325]

Me too.

[@murandyrandy]

I see her struggle in this interview she acts too mature for a reason

[@beebeautiiful06]

What happened to her? 💔

[@IrfanR83]

@@murandyrandy she wasn't acting..she went with the flow n enjoyed the interview...

[@rosierosebud7361]

what tough childhood?

[@singin8324]

This has to be the most adorable interview I've ever seen.

[@crumarki]

its absolutely adorable catching moments of kids in that bridge between toddler and little kid. her little tongue sticking through her teeth is a good example of that!! I love her so much.