Hollywood star turned talk show host Drew Barrymore is heading Down Under.
The actress, 49, will be touring Australia in August as part of wellness brand Wanderlust’s ‘True North’ event, where she will share her life story with audiences.
Barrymore, known for starring roles in Charlie’s Angels and The Wedding Singer, will be attending the event as the guest of honour at ICC Sydney Theatre on August 2 and at Brisbane Convention Centre the next day.
‘My life’s journey has been an extraordinary odyssey, and I am absolutely thrilled to share my life story from my triumphs, setbacks, and everything in between in Australia, one of my favourite countries, at Wanderlust True North,’ she said in a statement.
Drew added she was ‘thrilled’ to appear on stage with a handpicked array of celebrities, who are yet to be announced.
Hollywood star turned talk show host Drew Barrymore is heading Down Under
The actress, 49, will be touring Australia in August as part of wellness brand Wanderlust’s ‘True North’ event, where she will share her life story with audiences
‘This will be an unforgettable evening filled with heartwarming laughter, joy and an abundance of soul-stirring moments that will inspire you to be the best version of you, and as Wanderlust highlights “Find your True North,”‘ the star added.
Starting her acting journey in early childhood, the Hollywood icon made a significant mark with her role in E.T..
Since then, she has consistently maintained top-tier status throughout her career, delivering numerous box office hits.
Barrymore, known for starring roles in Charlie’s Angels and The Wedding Singer, will be attending the event as the guest of honour at ICC Sydney Theatre on August 2 and at Brisbane Convention Centre the next day
‘My life’s journey has been an extraordinary odyssey, and I am absolutely thrilled to share my life story from my triumphs, setbacks, and everything in between in Australia, one of my favourite countries, at Wanderlust True North,’ she said in a statement
The actress also expanded into television presenting in 2020, when she became the host of her own syndicated talk show, The Drew Barrymore Show.
When not performing, Drew has been a stalwart advocate for wellness practices and mental health awareness.
Wanderlust chief executive Charlotte Hill welcomed the news, saying that Barrymore is ‘an icon and loved the world over.’
Starting her acting journey in early childhood, the Hollywood icon made a significant mark with her role in E.T. Pictured on cover of People magazine in 1989
The actress also expanded into television presenting in 2020, when she became the host of her own syndicated talk show, The Drew Barrymore Show. Pictured with Nicole Richie on the show
‘It will be two very special nights and we couldn’t think of anyone better to represent our brand who has nourished her life with meditation, mindfulness, manifestation and giving back to people and the planet,’ Hill added.
‘It’s a pleasure to be able to platform and celebrate an incredible woman at Wanderlust True North, who has impacted so many of us whether on the big screen, on the talk show couch or through her commitment to living her best life.’
Hill also said that Drew is an inspiration, encouraging women ‘to live a more purposeful life by being a conscious shopper, a better mother, adopting a daily practice, enjoying life and having authentic conversations.’
Registrations for pre-sale tickets to An Evening with Drew Barrymore event can be found here.
When not performing, Drew has been a stalwart advocate for wellness practices and mental health awareness
