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Astin on Barrymore's Wild Youth: 'Is It OK?'
28 Jul
Summary
- Astin recalled a nightclub encounter with Barrymore in the 1980s.
- He expressed concern about Barrymore's struggles as a young teen.
- Astin contrasted his own steady path with Barrymore's turbulent adolescence.
Sean Astin recently reflected on his early career, including a memorable encounter with Drew Barrymore in the 1980s. Astin, who starred in 'The Goonies' at 13, recalled seeing Barrymore in a nightclub and being struck by her public struggles. Barrymore, who achieved fame at age 6 with 'E.T.', has candidly spoken about her difficult adolescence marked by substance abuse and mental health challenges, describing it as hitting 'rock bottom.'
In contrast to Barrymore's turbulent youth, Astin stated he was never interested in drugs or wild behavior, marrying at 21 and recently celebrating his 34th wedding anniversary. Astin, currently the president of SAG-AFTRA, also shared his advice to young actors, emphasizing enjoyment and embracing unique perspectives. His career highlights include roles in 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy and 'Stranger Things.'
