Jennifer Aniston and Drew Barrymore have united in their love for Adam Sandler. On Sunday, the actor and comedian was honored at the 24th Annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C, and his favorite on-screen (and off-screen!) ladies showed up in support.
Sandler was accompanied by his wife, Jacqueline Titone, who he planted a kiss on the cheek onstage during the ceremony. The two share daughters Sadie Madison, 16, and Sunny Madeline, 14.
Aniston looked effortlessly chic for the occasion, suiting up in a classic black pantsuit while Barrymore evoked her signature bohemian flair, wearing a cold-shoulder black lacey floor-length Needle & Thread’s Primrose halter gown, topped off with a bow at the neck. Leaving her auburn strands in beachy waves, Barrymore added some bling with dazzling earrings and an assortment of rings, while carrying a black leather clutch.
Barrymore and Sandler starred in some of the most beloved romantic comedies, including 1998’s The Wedding Singer, the two then went on to act opposite one another in 2004’s 50 First Dates and 2014’s Blended.
On the red carpet on Sunday, the actress told ET she loves working with Sandler because “comedians are the most vital people on planet earth in the sense that they find bravery to make us all laugh.” As for their next collaboration, Barrymore disclosed, “we might have mentioned something this morning about it. We’re actively seeking.”
The ET actress took the opportunity to post a carousel of her favorite pictures with Sandler on red carpets, press junkets and while filming. Barrymore captioned the post, “A #SundayBuffet to honor @adamsandler who has changed me and the world with his comedy, and so much more.”
As for Aniston, she and Sandler are currently promoting their next big release Murder Mystery 2. The pair stepped out in Paris on Thursday for the film’s photocall and special screening. Previously, the duo worked on Dennis Dugan’s 2011 rom-com Just Go With It, and Kyle Newacheck’s 2020 who-done-it Murder Mystery. Jeremy Gerelick is directing the sequel, set to hit Netflix on March 31.
After we stream Murder Mystery 2, we’ll be waiting not-so patiently for Sandler’s next project with Barrymore.
