Drew Barrymore recounts terrifying first date; thought the guy was 'going to murder' her

During a recent episode of her talk show, Drew Barrymore shared a chilling anecdote from her past, recounting a frightening account that felt straight out of a horror movie. The actress revealed how she found herself on a date with someone she thought she knew well, only to be consumed by fear as she began to suspect his intentions.
Barrymore emphasized that she had believed she was meeting someone with whom she shared mutual connections, a factor that initially put her at ease.Despite her initial reservations, she agreed to visit his apartment, unaware of the unsettling turn their encounter would take.Upon arriving at the man's apartment, Barrymore couldn't ignore the fact that he was in the midst of renovating his home, a detail that caught her off guard. Despite her initial discomfort, she found common ground with her date as they explored his house, both sharing a passion for interior design.
However, the mood quickly shifted when they descended into the basement, prompting Barrymore's laughter to give way to disbelief. She confided in her date about her apprehensions once they were safely away from the basement, admitting, "I know we don't really know each other, but I was really afraid that you were going to murder me."
Remarkably, Barrymore's candid disclosure didn't affect their budding connection; instead, it deepened their bond. The encounter served as an unexpected catalyst for a lasting friendship, with Barrymore and her date remaining close friends long after that memorable night. Over the years, they shared many laughs reminiscing about "the night I thought he was gonna murder me."
On the work front, Drew Barrymore’s previous outing was with the TV series ‘Princess Power’.