As two of Hollywood’s most beloved comedy stars, Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler have built a long-standing friendship both on and off the screen. And it seems that bond has extended to the next generation, as Barrymore recently revealed that their daughters were spotted enjoying one of the duo’s classic films together.
The actress shared a delightful anecdote on The Drew Barrymore Show about catching her own daughter and Sandler’s daughter watching their 2004 romantic comedy 50 First Dates at Barrymore’s house.
“My daughter and Adam’s daughter were watching it at my house the other night, and I was like, ‘Why are you guys watching this? Aren’t you getting enough of me and your dad already? Barrymore said, chuckling. “And they were just so happy, and I was like, ‘Oh, but this is so sweet and wonderful.'”
Barrymore didn’t disclose which of her two daughters, Olive and Frankie, or which of Sandler’s two daughters, Sunny and Sadie, were enjoying the film together. But the heartwarming moment clearly touched the proud mom.
“Because your kids often reject so many aspects of you, it’s heartwarming to see them embrace something.” Barrymore expressed this to her guests, actress Emily Osment and actor Montana Jordan.
Peter Segal’s film 50 First Dates revolves around the burgeoning romance between marine veterinarian Henry (Sandler) and art teacher Lucy (Barrymore), who experiences anterograde amnesia and struggles to create new memories following a car accident. Despite the odds, Henry works tirelessly to remind Lucy of their love story each day.
The film was a major hit, grossing over $198 million worldwide. And it seems the charming premise has endured, captivating even the younger generation.
Barrymore revealed in a previous episode of her show that the movie’s original ending was much more bittersweet, with Lucy urging Henry to move on with his life. But the studio ultimately opted for a more hopeful conclusion that has clearly resonated with audiences of all ages.
“The original ending was Lucy telling Henry, ‘You should go and live your life because this is no life here,'” Barrymore told her co-host Ross Mathews. “And he goes away, as he does, and he comes back and walks into the restaurant, and he just sits down and says, ‘Hi, I’m Henry.’ And the film ends.”
Matthews responded emphatically, saying, “Honestly, can I just say: Thank you.” Thank you for changing it.” Barrymore and Sandler’s enduring chemistry and comedic rapport have made them one of the most beloved on-screen pairings in modern cinema. They first starred together in the 1998 hit The Wedding Singer and reunited for the 2014 film Blended.
“Our bond is based on love, admiration, and humor,” Barrymore stated earlier this year. It appears that their daughters are now passing on this spirit to the next generation, forging their own unique connection.
With the news of a Happy Gilmore sequel in the works, fans can look forward to more opportunities to see Sandler and Barrymore’s legendary partnership on the big screen. But for now, it’s heartwarming to know that their shared filmography is bringing joy to the next chapter of their lives.