Childhood and Education Journey of Drew Barrymore in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 25, 2026

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Drew Barrymore. From birth to education, explore key events.

Drew Barrymore is a celebrated American actress, producer, talk show host, and businesswoman hailing from the renowned Barrymore family. Recognized with accolades like a Golden Globe and Emmy Award, her career spans diverse roles, solidifying her place as a prominent figure in entertainment. Time magazine acknowledged her influence by naming her one of the world's 100 most influential people in 2023, highlighting her enduring impact beyond acting.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1991: Brief engagement to Leland Hayward III

In 1991, at the age of 16, Drew Barrymore was briefly engaged to 25-year-old Leland Hayward III, the grandson of producer Leland Hayward.

1992: Relationship with Jamie Walters begins

In 1992, 17-year-old Drew Barrymore began a relationship with 23-year-old Jamie Walters.

1993: Relationship with Jamie Walters ends

In 1993, Drew Barrymore's relationship with Jamie Walters, which began in 1992, ended.

March 20, 1994: Impulsive marriage to Jeremy Thomas

On March 20, 1994, after six weeks of dating, 19-year-old Drew Barrymore impulsively married 31-year-old Jeremy Thomas in Los Angeles.

1994: Relationship with Eric Erlandson begins

In late 1994, Drew Barrymore began dating Hole guitarist Eric Erlandson.

1995: Divorce from Jeremy Thomas finalized

In 1995, Drew Barrymore's divorce from Jeremy Thomas, whom she married in March 1994, was finalized.

1999: Relationship with Tom Green begins

In 1999, Drew Barrymore began dating MTV host and comedian Tom Green.

July 2000: Engagement to Tom Green

In July 2000, Drew Barrymore became engaged to Tom Green.

December 2001: Tom Green files for divorce

In December 2001, Tom Green filed for divorce from Drew Barrymore.

October 15, 2002: Divorce from Tom Green finalized

On October 15, 2002, Drew Barrymore's divorce from Tom Green was finalized.

2002: Relationship with Fabrizio Moretti begins

In 2002, Drew Barrymore began dating The Strokes drummer Fabrizio Moretti.

2003: Identified as Bisexual

In 2003, Drew Barrymore publicly stated in an interview with New Woman magazine that she identifies as bisexual.

January 2007: Relationship with Fabrizio Moretti ends

In January 2007, Drew Barrymore's relationship with Fabrizio Moretti ended.

July 2008: First Break up with Justin Long

In July 2008, Drew Barrymore and Justin Long broke up.

2010: Going The Distance film

In 2010, Drew Barrymore and Justin Long, who had been intermittently romantically involved, co-stared in the film Going The Distance.

February 2011: Relationship with Will Kopelman begins

In February 2011, Drew Barrymore began dating Will Kopelman.

January 2012: Engagement to Will Kopelman reported

In January 2012, media outlets reported on Drew Barrymore's engagement to Will Kopelman, who proposed in December 2011.

June 2, 2012: Marriage to Will Kopelman

On June 2, 2012, Drew Barrymore married Will Kopelman in a garden-themed Jewish ceremony at her home in Montecito, California, wearing a Chanel wedding gown.