Drew Barrymore, the beloved host of The Drew Barrymore Show and a celebrated actress, has added a significant piece of art to her collection of tattoos. On a recent episode of her talk show, Barrymore, age 48, bravely got a new tattoo live on air, a phrase that resonates deeply with her: “I Am Human.” This fresh ink marks her twelfth tattoo and carries a powerful message of self-acceptance and embracing imperfection.
The journey to Barrymore’s twelfth tattoo was shared with fans on TikTok and Instagram, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the spontaneous decision. Just a day before the show, the idea for the “I Am Human” tattoo sparked, adding to her already impressive body art collection. When playfully questioned about liking all of her existing eleven tattoos, Barrymore quipped, “I like 9,” before excitedly anticipating her tenth (now twelfth!) addition. Reflecting on her lifelong relationship with tattoos, she shared, “I’ve been getting tattoos at different times of my life, ever since I was 13 years old. I think I’ll be getting tattoos for the rest of my life.” This openness about her tattoo journey makes Drew Barrymore relatable to many tattoo enthusiasts who see tattoos as personal milestones and evolving expressions of self.
During the show, renowned tattoo artist Jon Mesa, a contestant from Ink Master season 15, was invited to bring Barrymore’s latest vision to life. Barrymore remained remarkably composed as Mesa worked on her wrist, showcasing her seasoned approach to getting inked. Adding to the buzz, Ink Master host Joel Madden made an appearance, adding his stamp of approval to both the tattoo and its impactful message. Madden, visibly impressed, commented on Barrymore’s stoicism during the tattooing process and lauded the phrase, “I love ‘I Am Human.'” He further elaborated on the sentiment, stating, “We all talk bad to ourselves. We’re the meanest to ourselves. If someone talked to us like we talked to ourselves, we’d kick them out of the room.” This powerful statement highlights the core meaning behind Barrymore’s tattoo – a reminder of our shared humanity and the importance of self-compassion.
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Barrymore herself expressed deep affection for her new ink, stating, “I love it so much,” and shared how Madden’s endorsement amplified her positive feelings, leaving her “on little clouds and wings.” This tattoo joins her previous on-air tattoo experience from 2021, where Ink Master star Ryan Ashley tattooed “home is where we are” on her, a tribute to her daughters. Barrymore had explained the profound meaning behind that phrase, noting that “Wherever life takes you, if you’re lucky enough to be alongside people you love, then to me, that became the definition of home.”
The placement of the “I Am Human” tattoo is particularly meaningful. It sits just below her “home is where we are” tattoo and beside the names of her children, Olive and Frankie, already inked on her wrist. This intentional placement suggests a beautiful layering of her life’s priorities: family, home, and now, a gentle reminder of her own humanity amidst it all. Drew Barrymore’s tattoos are not just celebrity ink; they are deeply personal expressions of her evolving self and values, resonating with fans who appreciate her authenticity and vulnerability.
