Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler are the adorable Hollywood sweethearts (in movies) that everyone loves, and we only wish that they'd do even more movies together. Ever since The Wedding Singer, the two have claimed space in our hearts, over and over again, even going as far as to fall in love themselves, over and over again, in 50 First Dates.
As adorable as Adam and Drew are together, it often surprises people who are not aware that the charismatic pair is not an item in real life. Even those who know that Adam has been married to Jackie Sandler since 2003 and that Drew has two daughters with art consultant Will Kopelman may not know some of these 20 Surprising Facts About Adam Sandler's Relationship With Drew Barrymore.
20 Drew Had To "Beg, Borrow And Steal" To Meet Adam
In her book Wildflower, Drew confessed that meeting Adam Sandler to propose working with him wasn't an easy endeavor for the actress. She says that she had to "beg, borrow and steal" to meet with him. Adam probably considers it one of the best decisions he's made, however, considering that starring in The Wedding Singer alongside Drew really catapulted his career into super stardom.
19 People Were Shocked At The Success Of The Wedding Singer
As much as people love The Wedding Singer, it might surprise fans to know that predictions regarding the project were dismal. No one had a clue how well the movie would be received while they were making it, and it made more than $123 million worldwide. Director Frank Coraci thinks it's a big compliment that the movie is still so beloved today.
18 Adam Was 31 In The Wedding Singer While Drew Was 22
Many people are shocked when they discover the age gap between Adam and Drew. While it may not be as glaring today, when they filmed The Wedding Singer Drew was nearly a decade Adam's junior at 22 while the man who portrayed the titular character himself was 31 at the time.
17 Drew Had Planned On Them Becoming The New Fan-Favorite On-Screen Couple
Drew's goal when meeting up with Adam was to become the new fan-favorite on-screen Hollywood couple, as she revealed to Howard Stern during a 2015 interview. The woman must've been psychic when she decided to meet up with the actor and propose a collaboration because that's what happened.
16 Adam's Wife Loves Drew
While some partners might find it difficult to watch their spouses kiss someone else, especially on the big screen, Adam's wife Jackie, a model and actress who has appeared in many of his films, adores Drew. She eggs her husband on when it's time for the two to film their 'smoochy-smoochy' moments.
15 Adam Considers Drew Family
As close as Adam and Drew seem, it makes sense that the two really are close in real life. Adam has stated that Drew is like family to him, which is probably why they worked so well together in Blended, their first film together in which they had children. Drew has stated that Adam is an awesome father, too.
14 They Had Instant Chemistry While Filming The Wedding Singer
Picturing how something will work out doesn't always translate well in the end product, but luckily Drew's big dream of hitting it off with Adam on camera paid off and the two had instant chemistry while filming The Wedding Singer. Coraci said that he was able to see their chemistry immediately.
13 Adam Says Drew Looked Cool When They First Met
While Drew confessed that the pair looked like an oddly matched couple when they first met, Adam remembers it differently. Drew said she thought he'd have to look past what she looked like but Adam said that she looked cool, and just by knowing her some people thought that he was cooler by association.
12 Drew Asked Adam About Baby Names
You know you're close to someone when you're asking them for advice when it comes to your children. Drew has asked Adam about baby names in the past, which is an activity that many reserve for only their closest and dearest friends. Drew's daughters are adorably named Frankie and Olive.
11 They've Never Dated
Perhaps one of the most surprising facts about Drew and Adam's relationship, especially with as much chemistry as the two have together, is that they have never truly dated in real life. When pressed about it, both actors have stated that they've never dated but they are very good friends in real life.
10 Drew Was Asked To Present Adam's Best Actor Award At The National Board Of Review Annual Awards Gala
Adam recently won Best Actor Award for Uncut Gems at the National Board of Review, and Drew was asked to present it to him due to their close friendship. While presenting, Drew said, "You deserve the best, you give the best and you are the best. I love you very much."
9 Drew Says They Looked Like A Bad Blind Date When They Met
When Drew finally got her meeting with Adam, she says that they looked like a bad blind date between her leopard printed coat and dyed purple hair and Adam's more conventional cargo pants. She told People that "We looked like the worst blind date you’ve ever seen," and noted that Adam would have to "see past all this."
8 Adam Got Choked Up And Thanked Drew When She Presented An Award
When Drew presented Adam with the Best Actor Award at the National Board of Review and Adam was visibly touched. The two shared a heartfelt embrace and he was choked up as he thanked her, saying, "I'm glad we met and I'm glad we did all...and we always make our movies together and I love you, buddy. And I love your kids and I love everything about you."
7 Drew Says They Get To Fall In Love Together Again Every 10 Years
Adam and Drew make a movie together roughly every decade, so it was extra cute when Drew said that they get to fall in love together again every 10 years. The joke was during the pair's performance during The Tonight Show in 2014. The song was filled with warm ridiculousness as one might expect from the duo.
6 They Talk On The Phone Often
While many people stick to texting these days, Adam and Drew continue to talk on the phone, and they do so often. They throw around ideas for their next project but she says there's also a strong feeling of timing and instinct that helps them choose which movie they ultimately choose to make together.
5 Drew's Net Worth Is Less Than Half Adam's Net Worth
It surprises many people to know that Drew Barrymore, an actress since childhood, has a net worth less than half of that of her co-star, Adam Sandler. While Drew likely wouldn't begrudge Adam of a cent, she certainly deserves as much for not only the many roles she's played but the ones she's had alongside Adam.
4 Drew Says She Wants To Make Movies With Him Forever
Drew obviously loves making movies with Adam and says that she wants to keep making them with her friend forever. At the Netflix season premiere of the third season of Santa Clarita Diet, Drew told People that he's her favorite person to work with and that she'll always want to make movies with him.
3 They Sang Together On The Tonight Show
When Drew and Adam sang about their relationship on The Tonight Show, it wasn't only alongside one of their costars, Jimmy Fallon, who has also made the adorable movie Fever Pitch with Drew, but it was full of lyrics we've come to expect from Adam, like "Am I your best movie husband? Better than Hugh Grant? Ben Stiller? Jimmy Fallon?"
2 They Try To Balance Their Films For Men And Women
Many romantic comedies seem to focus on one audience, but Drew has remarked that when she and Adam make a film together, they try to make it appealing to everyone. She's said that they don't want to make a funny movie that's just for "dudes," but one that women will also enjoy, which is why they are so successful together.
1 Drew's Chapter About Adam In Her Book Is A "Love Letter" To Him
In Drew's book, there is a chapter devoted to Adam that also shares his name, and she has called it her love letter to him. She says it's because she's grown with him and while he was a hot movie star in Hollywood at the time, he believed in her and gave her a chance, helping her achieve success in her career.