Drew Barrymore and Idina Menzel showed looked incredibly glamorous as they arrived to the Kennedy Center to watch their former costar Adam Sandler receive the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor on Sunday night.
While preparing to watch the Murder Mystery star, 56, receive one of the most prestigious honors in comedy, the Blended actress, 48, donned an elegant black off-the-shoulder gown adorned with floral lace with a sweet bow detail on the neck.
She accessorized her floor-length dress with a pair of dazzling statement earrings, black and gold clutch and her chestnut brown tresses styled in cascading waves.
As she posed for numerous photos on the red carpet, the mother-of-two, who rose to fame as a child actor with her breakout role in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, smiled and shot the camera a smoldering stare.
Over the past two decades, Barrymore and Sandler have co-starred the films The Wedding Singer (1998), 50 First Dates (2004), and Blended (2014).
Supportive: Drew Barrymore and Idina Menzel showed looked incredibly glamorous as they arrived to the Kennedy Center to watch their former costar Adam Sandler receive the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor on Sunday night
Stunner: She accessorized her floor-length dress with a pair of dazzling statement earrings, black and gold clutch and her chestnut brown tresses styled in cascading waves
Looking good! As she posed for numerous photos on the red carpet, the mother-of-two, who rose to fame as a child actor with her breakout role in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, smiled and shot the camera a smoldering stare
Beautiful: For makeup, she sported a glossy pink lipstick, bronzer for a sun-kissed glow and smokey grey eyeshadow.
Menzel, who has also worked with Sandler on the crime thriller Uncut Gems (2019) and the forthcoming comedy You Are SO Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah!, rocked a beige and black striped frock and a pair of open-toed heels.
For makeup, she sported a glossy pink lipstick, bronzer for a sun-kissed glow and smokey grey eyeshadow.
Sandler looked overjoyed as he arrived to the ceremony in a charcoal grey pinstripe suit, alongside his wife Jackie, who wore a hot pink pantsuit and matching heels.
In addition to his longtime spouse, who he wed in 2003, the five-time Emmy nominee received support from pals Jennifer Aniston, Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, Pete Davidson and Dana Carvey at the event.
The friends star, 54, and Barrymore were seen chatting inside as they gave their friend a standing ovation as he walked to the stage.
As his name was announced to come up, Sandler shot a thumbs up as his wife and eldest daughter Sadie, 16, looked at him with admiration in their eyes.
In December, news broke that Sandler was going to become the 24th recipient of the Mark Twain Prize, which is widely considered to be one of the highest honors a entertainer can achieve.
Sandler joins an illustrious pantheon of comedy legends as past winners include Richard Pryor, George Carlin, Eddie Murphy, Lily Tomlin and Whoopi Goldberg, just to name a few.
Major milestone: In December, news broke that Sandler was going to become the 24th recipient of the Mark Twain Prize, which is widely considered to be one of the highest honors a entertainer can achieve
Power couple: Adam Sandler attended the ceremony in a charcoal grey pinstripe suit with his wife Jackie, who wore a hot pink pantsuit and matching heels
Exciting: In December, news broke that Sandler was going to become the 24th recipient of the Mark Twain Prize, which is widely considered to be one of the highest honors a entertainer can achieve
Only a few are ever selected: Sandler joins an illustrious pantheon of comedy legends as past winners include Richard Pryor, George Carlin, Eddie Murphy, Lily Tomlin and Whoopi Goldberg, just to name a few
‘Adam Sandler has entertained audiences for over three decades with his films, music, and his tenure as a fan favorite cast member on SNL,’ said Kennedy Center President Deborah F. Rutter (Adam and Jackie pictured with Ben Stiller)
Lots of friends: Ben Stiller and David Spade were also in attendance
Comedian legends: Dana Carvey and Robert Smigel posed for a picture together
Suited up: Judd Apatow wore a jazzy patterned tie, black loafers and a grey suit
‘Adam Sandler has entertained audiences for over three decades with his films, music, and his tenure as a fan favorite cast member on SNL,’ said Kennedy Center President Deborah F. Rutter.
Her statement concluded: ‘Adam has created characters that have made us laugh, cry, and cry from laughing.’
According to the Kennedy Center, the annual award is meant to recognize artists ‘who have had an impact on American society,’ echoing the influence of legendary humorist Mark Twain.
With 57 films under his belt and a box office scorecard totaling over $3 billion worldwide, Sandler’s polarizing career appears to have transcended a long period of critical derision and has officially entered a new phase of lasting respect.
Pretty in pink: Comedian Nikki Glaser rocked a hot pink minidress and silver heels
Coordinating: She posed for a photo with Ian Fidance, who wore a pink tie
Dapper: TV host Conan O’Brien wore a black suit, white dress shirt and checkered tie
All dressed up: Steve Buscemi and Karen Ho walked the red carpet together
Linking arms: Rob Schneider and his wife Patricia enjoyed a date night
Stylish: Amy Entelis wore a black suit over a white shirt with vertical stripes
Date night: Nancy Pelosi and husband Paul attended together
Beaming: Dan Bulla and wife Emily both wore black to the event
Ted Sarandos and Abby Phillip were also in attendance
Marie Sheppard and Dale LeFerbve posed for a picture together
Silly: Luis Guzmán sported a navy suit and brown loafers as he shot two peace signs at photographers
Social media sensation: TikTok star Christina ‘Tinx’ Najjar looked elegant in a long black coat and matching heels
Abby Phillip, Kris Coratti Kelly, Amy Entelis, Jake Tapper, Jennifer Brown, Phil Mattingly, Dana Bash, Chris Licht, Wolf Blitzer, Sam Feist and Kaitlan Collins posed for a group shot
After exploding on SNL in 1990 at the age of 23, Sandler went on to have a thriving film career in Hollywood as a comedy star, cultivating a large and devoted fanbase.
Some of his early hits were Billy Madison, Big Daddy, Happy Gilmore and The Wedding Singer, establishing Sandler as a juggernaut of the genre when it came to box office receipts, but not necessarily when it came to critical reviews.
Many critics have reviled much of Sandler’s past film work, helping him amass an astounding nine Golden Rasberry Awards – the exact opposite of an Oscar – and 37 nominations.
None of this has affected the Hubie Halloween star’s ability to pull big paydays in Hollywood as he extended his lucrative deal with Netflix in 2020, securing a reported $250 million for four more films.
Beloved: In addition to his longtime spouse, who he wed in 2003, the five-time Emmy nominee received support from pals Jennifer Aniston, Ben Stiller and Pete Davidson at the event
Former costars: Both Aniston and Barrymore have starred as love interests of Sandler in his past films
Clapping: Aniston was seen giving her friend a standing ovation as he walked to the stage
Impressed: The Friends star looked emotional as she cheered for Sandler next to Barrymore
Major moment: Barrymore also clapped and stood as her friend prepared to give a speech
The best in comedy: Chris Rock, Dana Carvey and Pete Davidson were also in attendance
Chatting away: Rock cracked a joke that made Davidson chuckle
Family man: Adam Sandler gives a thumbs up while holding a rose as his wife Jackie and daughter watched as he is awarded the Mark Twain Prize
Sweet: His eldest daughter Sadie Sandler, 16, gazed at her dad in admiration
Smiling: Sandler beamed with pride after earning the accolade
Big thank you: Sandler expressed gratitude for the award as he waved to his peers
Thumbs up: Sandler also posed for photos with Co-CEO of Netflix Ted Sarandos
Leaving in style: Barrymore and Aniston left the ceremony together after celebrating their pal’s achievement
Friends: The actors spoke as they exited the building
Chris Rock was seen waving at an onlooker at the event
But the last few years have seen Sandler reinvent himself as a dramatic actor.
The Ridiculous 6 star achieved critical acclaim for 2019’s Uncut Gems and he recently scored glowing reviews for his performance in this year’s basketball drama film Hustle.
In addition to his thriving career in Hollywood, Sandler has been married to his stunning wife Jackie, 48, for nearly 20 years.
The couple share two teenage daughters – 16-year-old Sadie and 14-year-old Sunny.
‘We try to make each other laugh, try to listen, try to include each other, try to support each other,’ the star explained to AARP this year.
Opening up about the secret to his long-lasting marriage, Adam said: ‘We don’t ever think of not being together. We always talk about our future together.’