Brooke Shields and Drew Barrymore Reflect on their Complicated Childhoods | The Drew Barrymore Show

[@castodivo]

You can tell that Brooke is not used to someone being that real with her. Drew gets DEEP and it’s everyone’s honor.

[@swills4772]

you crazy look those people

[@The1ByTheSea]

I think Brooke finally felt comftorbale with someone she could relate to .

[@autumnsnow3568]

Drew is an IMPECCABLE talk show host as well as conversationalist. She talks when necessary and then REALLY listens. Seems like such a comfortable environment for the guests. What a great interview.

[@springstud]

i agree plus she talks longer to her guest than any other talk show. plus she makes feel like she your friend

[@audrey04021]

She's the only one I enjoy now. Experienced in life, has known celebs her whole life, empathetic, fun. All the others talk over their guests. Drew leads them to a good place and lets 'em rip. It's excellent. Emmy coming soon!

[@springstud]

@@audrey04021 i hope so

[@markdaly1648]

We don't have the drew barrymore in Ireland. But I hear people say that she makes the interviews about herself.

[@springstud]

@@markdaly1648 i watch her talk show on youtube

[@AndieWalsh333]

"I was made to feel culpable. ... You victim-shame yourself." This is so powerful. All women need to hear this.

[@ladiorange]

Yes it's that moment where you don't ask others what they were wearing - but you ask yourself....

[@NellieKAdaba]

@@ladiorange Yes

[@skyofthelivingdead]

She was so right too. The guilt you’re made to feel as a result of abuse (something that is NEVER the victim’s fault) really warps your thinking.

[@therockbottom5256]

No matter WHAT age it happens at… even being abused at

[@imalwaysright]

And there will always be elements of society that blames you. It becomes a constant cycle of trauma

[@amandawebster7244]

EMPATHY. COMPASSION. HUMANITY. This is what Drew brings to TV, and I'm so grateful for her and Brooke's vulnerability. This was very healing.

[@StanCat4]

And, this is the reward for Drew doing what she does (among other things)

[@annespurgeon4556]

That was intense. It's amazing seeing women speaking truth to each other and allowing us to hear it.

[@calture5086]

Yes. I'm loving the acceptance of trans women displayed here..very courageous of Caitlyn Jenner to share her story w/ Drew and all of us.

[@lalaland9646]

@@calture5086 …..

[@MonstehDinosawr]

​@@calture5086 Bruh

[@vaishnavisai7628]

​@@calture5086 😊

[@littlebighead4482]

@@calture5086 k y s

[@aleatuago2170]

Drew’s killing it. This interview is so raw. Give her the Emmy’s

[@BallroomXtra]

I was so uncomfortable but so enthralled. It felt like I was 8 years old eavesdropping on a conversation between my mother and one of her best friends talking about adult things I didn't understand but so badly wanted too. The amount of raw emotion between these two women was so powerful. I can never speak on their experiences but to see the resilience and strength of these two who were victimized as children in hollywood and yet managed to survive when so many others died speaks on their ability to adapt and keeping moving forward.

[@mgvd218]

If Britney ever comes out and shares her story (of course if she doesn't want to she doesn't owe us anything), I think it should be with Drew. She empathizes and is so vulnerable yet supportive and strong! I love her

[@mgvd218]

@@ReverendSnedley no, like coming forward ;)

[@LaurenSanchez88]

💯💯 That would be such a heartbreaking but empowering interview.

[@jamesbarber4]

We need part 2. This is so riveting. When I watched the documentary I was like she has to come on Drew’s show. Like there's no one more qualified to talk to Brooke about such a sensitive topic!

[@gwendolynsinclair]

Agreed!

[@skyofthelivingdead]

You should read Drew’s book “Little Girl Lost” from 1990.

[@evrydayjo]

@@skyofthelivingdead I did not realize she had a book! I’m going to check it out.

[@gwendolynsinclair]

@@evrydayjo She also wrote Wildflower, a book she wrote when she was older.

[@laurawestenra]

Drew is the queen of forming deep connections. She forges ahead where others fear to tread. Sometimes it doesn't quite work, but when it DOES it is so MAGICAL. Isn't that what we all long for? To connect with others in a soulful way and form deep friendships? I hope this becomes more common practice in our culture. Skip past all the formality and small talk and just be real and raw and open-hearted. It is such a wonderful, healing thing.

[@daCubanaqt]

I love Drew Barrymore. She’s been in the business forever and has connections with so many of her guests prior to interviewing them. She definitely has this advantage over other hosts.

[@AndreUtrecht]

This interview deserves an Emmy Award...

[@KristineMaitland]

This interview deserves a Peabody Award.

[@unknown-lf6zx]

I love her but she sits too close for my comfort. Call it claustrophobia but you can still have a great interview without sitting in your guests laps

[@AndreUtrecht]

@@unknown-lf6zx Most people she is doing this with she knows... and people know what to expect from here... if they don't like her style of interviewing they shouldn't come.... Drew's talkshow jumps out of the other shows especially because of her idiosyncratic style of interviewing and talking to people... that makes it refreshing...

[@vaderladyl]

@@unknown-lf6zx It is called haphephobia.

[@susansnyder2420]

“You victim shame yourself.” As a survivor/thriver of sexual abuse, a thousand times yes!! The brain creates these pathways to help us survive, and healing work can unravel the guilt and shame. Healing, in its many iterations is da bomb! (My favorite healing modality is transpersonal hypnotherapy with a trauma informed therapist). 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@PascaleLaurent81]

Such an emotional interaction between these two… which brought loads of bad memories for them and myself, probably for so many others as well. 😢

[@laurawestenra]

I think it's important to acknowledge that you can be a victim of a crime or of abuse and not have that become your identity or a" victim mentality". Sometimes people want to be referred to a 'survivor', and that's fine, but sometimes not all of you survives. Honestly think that term, "victim-mentality" is way of shaming women for feeling angry or ever talking about their pain. It's not the same as "playing the victim" if you actually had great harm done to you. It ends up letting the abusers off the hook. They feel no remorse. Then the abused or violated person carries this tremendous pain around all their life because they're afraid of what those dark feelings would do to them if unleashed. Not all anger is toxic. Self compassion and processing pain is not "self pity". It is a necessary part if healing and self advocacy.

[@sahej6939]

agree, “victim mentality “ is thrown around and used to hurt/shame women for speaking up about bad/unfair/inappropriate treatment. It’s not a popular word, but restoring justice (and boundaries)after being victimized/violated is essential. It’s not the same as DarVO, where the perpetrators act as victims

[@starchild8041]

Thank you Laura. I needed to read your words. Peace.

[@pennPi]

Agree. From my own experience and the research I’ve done, healing is a process and you can’t jump steps. If there’s been trauma, first step is to acknowledge and accept that you’re a victim. It becomes a problem if you just stay there. From that first step, comes the healing by moving through and processing the emotions and thoughts. And it’s not linear progress either. Ups and downs come with it. Understanding triggers. It can be exhausting but there is light. And it’s important to ask for help from people you trust. But most importantly listen to your intuition, and not the negative intrusive thoughts. Meditation, journaling, and prayer helps.

[@BipolarCourage]

I didn't think I was capable of anger as I was so conflict avoidant. The anger came out eventually when I developed bipolar disorder & PTSD. It was therapeutic to express that anger.

[@amandachilds5290]

It doesn't have to define you though it does always impact you to some extent. That's what trauma is... but how you overcome it is up to you and in doing so/choosing so you get to redefine yourself!

[@shireads2954]

I started to tear up when they were talking about their reactions to the "me too" movement. The things these women have been through break my heart.

[@malovina]

I love that she said these babies come alive and it doesn’t heal the broken moms. I at times feel like one. I thank God don’t have any addictions, but I lose my temper quick I realized after 6 months of having my kiddo. I work on this consistently as parents do since there’s many opportunities. I also remind myself to apologize when in wrong and to talk through what I’m going through in the moment. I know I won’t be the perfect mom. I know I won’t raise my child perfectly. But I will try to do right by her. I can see how Drew might feel about her mom as at times you do feel broken as a mom and yet you have this child that relies on you and at times is wiser than you. We will all get through this.

[@Lasha-J]

Just sitting here watching the video to no sound...that affection isn't fake..they genuinely care about each other even through body language...it was so sweet and I genuinely think Drew Barrymore is a beautiful person. We need to display more love and empathy for each other.. maybe if we replace hate envy jealousy coattail riding all of our low vibrational energy with unconditional love and understanding of others journey. Accountability goes so far... thanks ladies! I appreciate seeing this episode

[@maryluvsmusic9298]

Well said 😊! I agree 💯!!

[@john-xu9iz]

I love how Drew does not believe in "Personal Space" haha but I absolutely just love her. She actually LISTENS to her guests and seems genuinely NICE.

[@dianec6290]

Growing up in the 80's, personal space wasn't really a thing.

[@nailahjones8953]

I do love that the eye contact

[@apartmentgroup9671]

She is so intense with the personal space thing, I'd have to tell her to back off just a little, haha! But it's hard not to like her.

[@tnicole148]

I just cringe when she does that however I love love love her.

[@jujubees711]

Everybody remembers the close talker on Friends...

[@JacobElyachar]

Two of the most iconic women in the entertainment industry together - what a powerful interview!

[@lizlaugood]

I love Brooke Shields, she is a wonderful intelligent grounded real person. I have the highest respect for her 😍

[@4catsnow]

People that watched the original, uncut "Pretty Baby", were baffled about how and why her mother wasn't arrested...

[@colnag2158]

Drew is SUCH a good host because she has lived through the pain that so many of her guests have gone through so it’s no longer an interview, it’s a cathartic release!

[@eveningstar1]

The "me too" question was genius! And exactly why Drew has such a successful show.

[@mercuryfever392]

This is so powerful! I wanted to see the second part of that when she asked about her mom being in all the interviews.

[@calumfalconer6575]

The clip is on Drew’s Instagram x

[@miguelavendano8818]

It’s uploaded, it’s titled referencing the director of blue lagoon

[@greeley56]

I met Brooke after her Chicago performance, first of all she was great and drop dead gorgeous, but she was so nice. I told her how effortless she seemed to fit into the cast and how easy she made such a hard part look and she said to me that it was such a lot of work and she was glad it looked effortless. She kept talking to me as she was walking away...Just a wonderful moment

[@PokhrajRoy.]

I remember seeing them together in a trailer (both a fiction movie and the documentary) and they’re both so precious. So happy to see this interview.

[@wrathless7498]

Incredible conversation, thank you Drew.

[@shannoncassar9141]

i LOVE DREW!!! She is the first person in the limelight that is genuine and tells the truth. Beyond powerful, this moment was mean't for the world to see.

[@colnag2158]

It’s because she’s gone through it! She understands and can get them to open up because she’s lived the exact same thing so it’s not an interview, it’s more a therapy session

[@MrFanatick]

Drew Barrymore has been such a breath of fresh air. Best talk show and talk show host in AGES

[@Saltine_the_clown]

This is the most real, raw and genuine I've ever hear celebrities talk.

[@roseharmonics1]

Very proud of Brooke, such a strong woman, she overcame the evil of Hollywood and finally found herself.

[@jacquidoucet8308]

Best talk show ever!!!! Drew is such an icon for women. She's overcome so much, and come out with the biggest heart so much compassion. Just Love Her!!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@marksanders1301]

Iconic interview. Two legends. Drew asks deep questions, and it's so nice to see Brooke Shields after all these years. I rarely watch talkshows, but Drew's show seems fun.

[@babiphat20]

This has been the best interview I've seen Brooke do. Such a good conversation. I didnt realize how much they have in common

[@pressley1637]

what brooke said about their mothers at 1:37 hit so close to home.... my mother was also broken & she loved me & my brother so strongly but having us didn't heal her, & unfortunately her brokenness really negatively impacted my life & put me in dangerous situations.

[@tomlidot4871]

Wow. I also just watched the two episodes and this popped up. Your sharing gives so much more context and awareness and permission of thought and acceptance. I held my breath so many times. And to see you both share a real moment together is what is needed today. Thank you both for your strength and voice.

[@favatagirl]

This energy is exactly what happened when I brought up something about a sleepover with a friend where we experienced something that neither one of us thought actually happened. It was surreal to know that it did happen and even though we’re were young we both remember and it felt like a weight was lifted. It’s involved an abusive mother who hosted the sleepover and treated a bunch of children like animals and locked them in closets etc

[@hisloveiseternal1]

Wtf

[@bambi274]

For how many hours?

[@favatagirl]

@@bambi274 she locked two sisters in the closet most of the night and told them they couldn’t have the treats or food that we were having. It was my best friend and her sister and it was so hard we were too young and scared to do anything. But we all remember :( when we were let out of the house I told my parents right away and none of us were allowed over ever again. Thank god.

[@bambi274]

@@favatagirl i hope ur best friend's parents called the cops on her

[@disneytoysr4fun975]

@@favatagirlwtf, did the mother have any adult males in the house?! Im almost scared to ask because it sounds like those girls were being groomed for assault

[@debrajosephs]

This was so good. Was hoping for a longer interview.

[@dianagb9770]

Probably the most intense conversation I've seen on the show and I love both of these women for speaking out.

[@paulinedavis8372]

This conversation feels like none of my business but at the same time so healing and important

[@leah6820-y9v]

How people treat child stars, especially female ones, is revolting. This is amazing.

[@TheMetalMag]

really great to hear you speak so naturaly , the movie business used so many kids. I can't imagine what you feel like with such pressure. So thank you and stay true !

[@jpp7783]

Brooke Shield’s depth, her ability to reflect on herself and her life experiences and choices, and most of all her ability to parse the good, bad and ugly of her relationship with her mother, continues to astound me. Her self-awareness is exemplary. (I just finished her memoir, which is SO atypical of Hollywood memoirs-it’s mostly about the complicated, twisted relationship she had with her mother, while being an ode to all that was good about her.)

[@franceswelch5834]

These 2 young women had very hard mothers.. But God's grace got these lady's through..❤

[@shadforthw3535]

Brooke is almost 60. Lol

[@vaderladyl]

@@shadforthw3535 57 and still young.

[@denarendall]

The way these women have remained so unbelievably kind, sweet, empathetic, emotionally intelligent, self aware, and just pure hearted despite all they have experienced is an absolute wonder. Truly GREAT people to the core.

[@MaraMysteryy]

The way Drew connects with everyone on her show makes me cry every time. I can feel her rawness it’s so real I love her

[@plasmichoneytrip]

Two beautiful souls who feel the greatest connection due to similar childhood experiences.

[@havermansfleur]

These two? This is so incredibly powerful and touching and it's important stories. I LOVE this.

[@AnneTracy-iz8kn]

What a beautiful interview….they truly identify with each other on so many levels…love them both

[@Hollybrews3]

Drew Barrymore seems so genuine. I love how comfortable she is pulling her feet up on the couch. I feel like I'm in their circle. She seems so kind and real. ❤

[@lisannemarloudekok6242]

I LOVE this show! Finally someone who makes stuff real for a change!

[@doublefeature]

beautiful interview, like everyone else mentioned, drew is one of a kind. which is why it kills me to hear that last part. that part of the reason she doesn't want to go axull in with dating is because she doesn't want to be told not to be sexual (more like just human) at work. that infuriates me for her. and for brooke. i pray that she finds a secure and kind man. a man that boost her up and not brings her down. ugh, she really deserves good love in all facets of her life. not to say you can't live a fully fulfilling life w/o romantic love. i just see her as such a romantic and wish her all the good things!!

[@MightyMouse350]

I hope Drew finds a man who is secure & emotionally mature. Can't believe those men who got angry & made her feel guilty for doing her job. Couldn't separate that is was acting, not reality. She deserves way better than that. 💛

[@TakerMJCSfan]

She’s chosen to be single because she’s getting sick and tired of men telling her that she can’t do certain things with the job that she has so she’s single.

[@prithvijeetsinha379]

I believe the interpersonal exchange of truth among these two ubiquitous and grounded individuals should be the standard in every interview. This was a heart to heart. I'm so humbled by the fact that Ms. Shields' documentary has spotlighted the changing cultural narrative around media representation and loss of innocence in a world that churns with apathy. This is how empathy can be, must be mined.

[@mikaelalucido]

powerful and intimate conversation as always

[@odemc]

OMG! That got me!! I'm no way involved in show biz but the "let me be smaller so you can be bigger" applied in my life. Thankfully I realized it already and I will never stop shinning just because someone else feels I'm too much. Thanks Drew! Wonderful quote

[@edlobato1251]

It's my hope that they both heal.

[@barrybeebenson4274]

No better person to interview Brooke on this then Drew, they have both been through such a Unique yet traumatic experience

[@diannashuster5594]

That is also why I am single. I don't want to be smaller, so he can feel bigger.

[@bluedancelilly]

Wow, they get right into things quickly. So shooting the breeze first. Drew is a very genuine talk show host. I love them both.

[@CoveyKendall-hi4oz]

I love how he goes all in on the owners and chefs but always stays respectful towards the waiters

[@ElizabethEllisCoach]

Yes…yes…Barely know where to begin. Having “grown up” in this era in NYC. INCREDIBLY thankful for this conversation.

[@bettyb1313]

How beautiful time has been on these two powerful women

[@jujubees711]

They were both exploited as children. None of it was their fault. It's so rare what they went through. But it's a good they have each other.

[@catherinegearhart2102]

As an active alum of PU, my grandfather was acquainted with Brooke Shields. He said that she is every bit as lovely and classy in person as she is on the screen.

[@otsentaykwatro]

this is the reason why i love drew, i feel her being true. a kindhearted person

[@emilylindholm3780]

is this therapy or a talk show? seems like a lot of women need to see this.

[@GillianOsborne]

Where is the REST of this? I LOVE Drew and I love Brooke and this is amazing.

[@salyol7]

Drew really cares about her guests she listens

[@rosepritchard5203]

OMG, thank you so much for having & sharing this important conversation!!! I could relate too uncomfortably well minus the spotlight. I appreciate greatly how beautifully it was woven together how when inappropriate things happen pervasively as a child how the child's mind has no real way to accurately make sense of it & how hard it is to then themselves behave appropriately lending to even more massive confusion & grayness. I felt similarly to the MeToo movement. Thank you for also shining a light on not getting lost in victimhood & being an example to look to. I have a hard time relating to being a victim or a survivor for anything longer than a few moments, but I do relate to being a thriver. Not that I haven't been a victim or a survivor, but I find more happiness & peace in making the best of a situation(s) as I possibly can no matter what the circumstances. Thank you.

[@stephanieellis5399]

I love how Drew faces her guests. It's truly like "we're getting real, now" girl talk with our feet on the couch and leaning in. Obviously, it's situation appropriate, but still, that she does it at all.

[@789truth]

Incredible, this is really such an open and incredible interview. Wow.

[@SelfAwareOne]

2 extraordinary women, in the limelight their entire lives, who did not let fame and celebrity destroy their lives❣️❣️

[@outinsider]

Please post the rest of this interview.

[@kimberlycardona5634]

Thank you Brooke and Drew 🥹I needed to hear that to heal another step today. As a daughter and as a mother, thank you for sharing and talking about this. Thank you for helping me not be so scared as I work through this. So much love and appreciation for you both being so kind and helpful😭❤️

[@carolinewolf565]

Two beautiful ladies! It’s tough to grow up so fast. Never getting to be a child and learning how to grow on your own through trial and error. Thanks ladies for sharing! You’re very inspiring to many others!❤

[@bushwickbaby]

I have been such a fan of both ladies for so long: Brooke when I was 11 and obsessed with "Wanda Nevada" and "Just You and Me Kid"( a highly underrated comedy opposite George Burns) and of course Drew with "ET". To be able to grow up with them and witness their epic highs and lows, seeing the "Pretty Baby" docuseries and then this interview...just sent me! I'm so proud of the women they've become. ❤❤❤

[@yumnahasany888]

I love this grown up conversation, with these grown up, mature women.

[@jimb0brite]

I really love Drew. This clip had my face closer to the screen ending with tears. So engaging she is and warm.

[@kaseyfernandez4296]

Wow... that "let me be SMALLER to make you feel bigger" hit home for me

[@jamespittman]

I love Brooke Shields she is a great actress.🤩

[@fakenuggets]

They have such great chemistry

[@nadiakaym9547]

I absolutely love Drew!! Her show is so refreshing and personal. I LOVE her!!

[@heather_e]

I feel like I grew up these two beautiful souls. I have so much respect for them both.

[@priyanktiwari5152]

This conversation is so raw Never hv I ever thought to hear it so raw n real

[@aliasmarg8ta127]

Drew has lived experience and can relate to Brooke's struggles. Drew had an absent mother and Brooke had a smothering mother. Different and the same.

[@bossy0099]

i need an uncut version pls

[@exotictheartistkarina__v271]

When I read both of their stories I was so devastated these women had to go through that at a young age. Glad they met ! I always said they had similiar stories.

[@karenedwards9510]

I raised one daughter and am proud of her accomplishments!

[@amycarroll7698]

This gave me CHILLS. So powerful.

[@lorrainem.swartzentruber3077]

I love them both!

[@sharonthompson672]

Oh, we truly need more role models like these two. 👍❤️🌹 *Edit* Remembering the four F's: Fight, Flight, Freeze and Fawn.

[@jayneforster5677]

Drew is an old soul ! She’s the most real person ever ! Brook is exactly the same !

[@iammeallday]

These women have survived the unspeakable salute to them!!!!!!!

[@MeganRigby-t3x]

These two ladies need to either write a book or create a documentary about all the experiences they went thorough in Hollywood from the 70's until now.

[@vaderladyl]

They had.

[@carriebizz]

2 amazing women. Drew REALLY cares about people and listens. I love how she isnt all about flashy cheesey regular talk show hosts.

[@mysterymoses4514]

Lol they’re so beautiful and i knew the tears were coming ❤️😮‍💨❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ i love Brooke, drew, and Paris for coming out

[@sherrinunya4079]

Wow, moving and deep. It's good to have conversations like these more often.

[@tinytina333]

Shoot, I wanted to hear why her mother was always in her interviews. I always wondered why that was...maybe it was her narcissism and enjoying Brooke's stardom as if it was her own..? She was a classic stage mom after all.

[@kimberlydevine6017]

Ally rolled in just like our mothers - get, get - just shameful. She couldn’t let something ever be REALY about YOU. Fake admiration became our definition of love. Sending prayers. I SO love y’all for being so real and authentic. I truly have a deep respect ❤

[@Pinkranger87]

God I feel them. I completely understand what they’re talking with the parents