drew barrymore unrecognisable new photo

Drew Barrymore looks completely different in 'terrifying' photo that gets fans talking

The Hollywood actress has a legion of fans around the world

US Managing Editor
Updated: October 25, 2021

Drew Barrymore is never one to take herself too seriously and delighted fans by dressing up as her character in Scream ahead of Halloween.

MORE: Drew Barrymore reveals jaw-dropping transformation

On the official The Drew Barrymore Show Instagram page on Monday, the actress was seen donning the same blond bob that her character Casey Becker donned in the 1996 movie, alongside someone dressed up as the iconic Ghostface.

"Tag someone who loves scary movies as much as these two," the caption read. Fans were quick to comment on the post, with one writing: "You're amazing Drew!" while another wrote: "You look the same!" A third added: "Do you ever age? I love this!"

VIDEO: Drew Barrymore resembles an ice queen in jaw-dropping video 

The backstory behind Drew's appearance in Scream has been widely covered, as the actress was initially given the lead role in the horror movie, but instead fought to be a character who dies in the first 12 minutes.

DISCOVER: Drew Barrymore's homey living room in $5.5million house is basically a library

MORE: Drew Barrymore shares incredible throwback video to celebrate new Scream trailer

Casey was the first character who appeared in Scream and was the first on-screen victim of Ghostface. Drew's appearance in the film came at a time when big name stars did not appear in horror films, and it helped to cement the film as a box office smash.

Drew Barrymore looked completely different as her iconic Scream character

Earlier in the month, the star shared a fun throwback video of her time on set of the original Scream movie to celebrate the release of Scream 5, which will be released in January 2022.

SEE: Drew Barrymore is obsessed with this $4 secret weapon for removing stains from her clothes

READ: Drew Barrymore makes surprising confession about her kids' new stepmom

This is just one of the many characters Drew is known for in her acting career to date.

drew barrymore unrecognisable new photo

Drew has played many iconic roles in her career

Just recently, the mom-of-two delighted fans once again after reviving her alter-ego Josie Geller from the 1999 film Never Been Kissed.

MORE: Reese Witherspoon gets the best reaction from Drew Barrymore on her youngest son's birthday

In August, Drew wore the iconic pink satin prom dress Josie wore in the movie to take part in her very first TikTok video.

The 46-year-old actress teamed her dress with a side ponytail and braces in a 'Questions I Get Asked' clip, where she stayed in character throughout.

Read more HELLO! US stories here

Like this story? Sign up to our newsletter to get other stories like this delivered straight to your inbox.

More Celebrity News

See more