The Drew Barrymore Show is a burst of sunshine on the 2026 TV schedule for millions of viewers every weekday thanks to the actress-turned-host’s positivity. But another thing about the Emmy-winning show that’s easy to rave about is how real Barrymore is always keeping it for her viewers. And this week, the 51-year-old talked candidly about the rollercoaster that is perimenopause.
Perimenopause is the transition phase all women go through starting around their 40s before saying goodbye to periods and the potential for pregnancy for good. Since Drew Barrymore has been hosting her talk show and going through perimenopause, she’s been honest about symptoms like hot flashes, weight gain and irregular periods. Honestly, it’s pretty refreshing to see a movie star like her talking about it out in the open. Here’s what she said on the latest episode:
