Drew Barrymore Reunites With Her ‘E.T.’ Mom Dee Wallace For The Movie’s 40th Anniversary

Drew Barrymore is ready to have an “openhearted” conversation with Britney Spears, revealing that she is interested in inviting the iconic singer to make a special appearance on her popular talk show, as she thinks they can relate to each other’s positive and negative experiences in the entertainment industry.The actress turned TV host says they “can have a unique conversation,” in reference to their struggles growing up in the spotlight.

Drew Barrymore sure knows how to be sneaky! Jimmy Fallon audience members were in for the surprise of a lifetime on his latest episode when the star made an unexpected appearance.MORE: Drew Barrymore makes confession about divorce amid debate with co-starShe surprised fans during a musical segment with Jimmy's in-house band, The Roots, where audience members would say a few things about themselves and the band would freestyle a brand new song for them.The host perfectly built up momentum, knowing to leave best for last, though he could barely keep it together when he noticed his best friend among the crowd.

Doing it all! Drew Barrymore made a big impact in Hollywood as the adorable Gertie in Steven Spielberg’s E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial — and has since expanded her impressive résumé.

Kaley Cuoco's bold confession that she'll never get married again following her recent divorce from Karl Cook, Drew Barrymore is backing the actress up, revealing that she couldn't agree more.MORE: Drew Barrymore revealed an unbelievable milestone for her talk showThe star had a sentimental debate with her co-host Ross Mathews during her show's opening segment, Drew's News, where the two had opposing opinions about second, third, and fourth marriages.Drew was married to Will Kopelman from 2012 to 2016. They share daughters Olive and Frankie, and she's previously confessed divorce was the hardest thing she's ever been through.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticThe general public may not think of “E.T. the Extraterrestrial” as a divorce movie, per se … although Dee Wallace’s reading of the line “He hates Mexico” has always been one of its most resonant.

E.T. has phoned home — to the red carpet.

Steven Spielberg, Dee Wallace and more people associated with the beloved science fiction hit, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, appeared on the red carpet for a screening in honor of its 40th anniversary.

child star in the 1980s and his work with the Oscar-winning director.Thomas told Yahoo! Entertainment that he met the “West Side Story” filmmaker, 75, after starring in the 1980 film, “Raggedy Man.”“‘E.T.’ was a Universal [Studios] film, and ‘Raggedy Man’ was a Universal film,” Thomas — who played a kid named Eliot who befriends an alien — said. “So by getting the part for ‘Raggedy Man,’ I was on the radar for people who were working at Universal.

Drew Barrymore may be the star of The Drew Barrymore Show, she's very clear about the fact that she couldn't do it without her beloved co-pilot, Ross Mathews.MORE: Drew Barrymore shares glimpse into relationship with her ex-husband’s new wifeHe's been with the star through all the two successful seasons of the popular daytime show, which began in September of 2020, and he will continue to bring his bright energy to the show in its third season, for which it was recently renewed.The television reporter is Drew's right hand man during the show's initial segment, Drew's News, where the two go over the latest positive headlines.WATCH: Drew reacts to Britney Spears' heartfelt tribute to herMORE: Drew Barrymore grows emotional as she's surprised with someone from her past live on-airFans of the show are no strangers to hearing Ross often mention to his fiancé, Wellington García, who he affectionately calls Welly, and now they get to actually see the happy couple live on air, as it was announced on Wednesday's episode that their are The Knot magazine's latest cover stars.Audiences were in for an even more exciting surprise, when the stars announced that he was actually joining the two on stage. As he joined, the three hilariously referred to each other as the hottest throuple on daytime television, with the actress admitting that she loves to third wheel.A post shared by The Drew Barrymore Show (@thedrewbarrymoreshow)The sweet conversationShe even teased that she would be "the flower girl at their wedding" and that she already has her dress picked out.MORE: Drew Barrymore has candid conversation about break-ups where she admits she tried to get back together with an exMORE: Drew Barrymore wows in swimsuit video - but fans focus

Drew Barrymore just gave fans the best example on how to handle co-parenting and getting along with an ex-husband's new wife.MORE: Drew Barrymore grows emotional as she's surprised with someone from her past live on-airThe star showed on The Drew Barrymore Show just how comfortable she feels with her daughters' new stepmother while discussing Rihanna's instantly iconic Vogue cover which showcased her incredible pregnancy fashion.The morning show host was married to Will Kopelman from 2012 to 2016, and they share daughters Olive, nine, and Frankie, seven.

“The Drew Barrymore Show” on Monday, with the pair reminiscing about their time filming Steven Spielberg’s blockbuster classic back in 1982. “I knew you were going to be a director/producer back then,” Wallace told Barrymore, 47, after they emotionally embraced on stage. Barrymore was just 7 years old when she starred in “E.T.” — a film that catapulted her to international stardom.

Drew Barrymore couldn't help but go down memory lane – and shed some tears – upon receiving an epic surprise from her childhood on her morning talk show, The Drew Barrymore Show.MORE: Drew Barrymore has candid conversation about break-ups where she admits she tried to get back together with an exWhile the star is typically well prepared ahead of her guests' arrival and interviews with them, her show producers will occasionally set up a mystery guest who she finds out about just as they step out from backstage.Monday's surprise guest was someone with an undeniable impact on the actress' life, and one who played a key part in one of her most memorable and iconic roles.WATCH: Drew reacts to Britney Spears' heartfelt tribute to herMORE: Drew Barrymore wows in swimsuit video - but fans focus on something elseThe surprise guest was Dee Wallace, who played none other than Drew's mom on her first big break, playing Gertie on Steven Spielberg's E.T.She grew emotional the second Dee came out, quickly standing up to give her a long hug amid her obvious shock.The two didn't hesitate to get into the inevitable nostalgic conversation, as Dee dished out all the behind-the-scenes details of filming the movie – its 40th anniversary being this year – and just what the host was like back then.A post shared by Drew Barrymore (@drewbarrymore)Drew and Dee recreate a scene from E.T.She gave the star the sweetest compliment, admitting that even then, when she was seven-years-old, she: "Knew you were going to be a director [and] producer back then."MORE: Drew Barrymore speaks out after beloved Harry Potter star reveals she’s his crushMORE: Drew Barrymore opens up about how her tumultuous childhood influenced her approach to parentingHer

Drew Barrymore has undoubtedly become one of morning television's exemplary figures of positivity and good energy, proven so by the success of her talk show, The Drew Barrymore Show.MORE: Drew Barrymore makes rare comment about daughter as she reveals unusual upcoming celebrationFans know they can always look to her to boost their mood, while celebrities and co-workers consistently sing her praises about what a great and supportive teammate, co-star, and boss she is.The star's latest feature on The Washington Post proves just as much, filled with compliments from best friend Jimmy Fallon and her crew on her show, but it also reminds readers how tumultuous her journey was.WATCH: Drew announces her show has been renewed for a third seasonMORE: Drew Barrymore reveals shocked reaction to surprise tribute - detailsThroughout the interview, the actress turned television host opened up about how her difficult childhood made her so comfortable in front of the camera, and how it has translated into her children's own upbringing as she handles parenting and Hollywood.Drew comes from a long line of legendary Hollywood actors, and her very first movie was Steven Spielberg's E.T. at age six. Though she was poised to become a "modern Shirley Temple," she instead was in rehab by age 13, something she's incredibly candid about on her show and beyond.

Drew Barrymore has nothing but love for Britney Spears!

Drew Barrymore is publicly speaking out after Britney Spears shared a kind post about her on Apr. 6. The actress, 47, commented on the 40-year-old singer’s sweet message, which called her “beautiful,” in a new sneak peek of an upcoming episode of The Drew Barrymore Show, and explained it took her a few days to answer because she wanted to “choose” her “words the right way.”

The woman who drew up Oskar Schindler’s lists and helped save hundreds of Jews during the Holocaust in World War II has died aged 107.