WATCH Drew Barrymore Calls Ex Luke Wilson Live on Air: 'I Love You'
Drew Barrymore called her ex-boyfriend and co-star Luke Wilson during an episode of her talk show this week. The pair, who dated from 1996 to 1998, starred together in the 1998 comedy Home Fries, written by Vince Gilligan.
Reunion on the Show
During the episode, Vince Gilligan appeared as a guest, and the conversation turned to Home Fries. This inspired Drew to phone Luke live on air. She played Sally Jackson, while Luke portrayed Dorian Montier.
Sweet Voicemail and Call Back
The call went to voicemail, where Drew left a heartfelt message:
"We were just talking about you and we're sending you love, and can you believe Home Fries was 27 years ago now? I know this is just a voicemail, but I love you, I'm sending you love and I'm here with Vince on the show and we're thinking about you. Okay, love you, bye."
Luke returned the call during the taping, explaining he had been running errands when Drew called. He praised Vince Gilligan as "such a great writer" and complimented Drew's work saying, "It’s unbelievable, what you did."
How They Met
Drew and Luke first met at a dinner hosted by director Tamra Davis, who had cast them in her 1997 crime comedy Best Men. Luke has also appeared as a guest on Drew's talk show previously.
Author's summary: Drew Barrymore and Luke Wilson showed their enduring friendship as she called him live on her talk show, recalling their film Home Fries and sharing warm memories together.