Martha Stewart pushes Drew Barrymore away after the talk show host repeatedly touched her during a job interview

Martha Stewart (83) didn’t prefer it when 49-year-old Drew Barrymore invaded her personal space on TV.

During a recent appearance on “The Drew Barrymore Show,” Stewart pushed Barrymore away after the “Charlie’s Angels” star became very touchy-feely with her guest.

– But what makes you soft and sticky? Barrymore asked the lifestyle guru during his job interview. Stewart expressed confusion about this query.

Barrymore then said: “Soft and sticky treatment – when you’re treated like a lady.” The former child star also rubbed Stewart’s arm and back as she spoke.

“You’re the wrong gender,” Stewart said, playfully pushing Barrymore away from her on the couch. The live audience laughed and clapped.

Barrymore jokingly responded by saying, “I do know. Although, because it is with men, Martha, I’m not so sure.

While Stewart didn’t seem enthusiastic about petting, the self-made businesswoman did hug Barrymore after learning on the show that Nutley, New Jersey named a street in her honor.

Footage of the awkward moment between Stewart and Barrymore has gone viral on social media. For example, The Jasmine Brand shared a clip on the store’s Instagram page.

“Didn’t anyone tell her to back up? Not everyone likes to be touched in their space. I wouldn’t care if her feelings were hurt. “Go back,” one person said in the comments section.

Another commenter wrote: “I even have a hard time understanding why Drew is so open to people. It’s so sad. I do know he means well, but he doesn’t understand boundaries and it’s driving me crazy.

A 3rd Instagram user wrote: “Drew does an excessive amount of. All this couch, right below the guests. Someone else added: “Marta is at the age where she doesn’t give high fives and I find it irresistible. A LOT OF LAUGHTER!”

One woman joked, “I told you all that Marta was an original city girl.” Additionally, one commenter wondered, “Didn’t Drew apologize for being too sensitive and about the guest’s personal space?”

In August, Barrymore admitted to “Entertainment Tonight” correspondent Denny Directo that she needed to avoid the close-contact interview style.

“Well, I’ll try to practice physical distancing, which is not my strong suit,” she replied when asked about the changes she plans to introduce in the latest seasons of her talk show.

Barrymore continued: “Do you know how hard the (COVID-19) pandemic has been on me? I was alone in the studio! I like being around people!”

The daughter of actor John Drew Barrymore and actress Jaid Barrymore also admitted that individuals complained about her hands-on approach.

“Not everyone likes him, but I feel sorry for those people,” Barrymore said. “We will always focus on joy, laughter and well-being.”

Stewart had previously sat on the December 2023 episode “The Drew Barrymore Show” without ever crossing the line. She talked about her close friendship with hip-hop artist Snoop Dogg.

Fellow rap star 50 Cent has done it appearance on Barrymore’s talk show. The “In Da Club” hitmaker didn’t seem concerned about physical contact with the “Little Girl Lost” creator.

In September 2024, 50 Cent shared a photo with Barrymore from a TV taping on Instagram. The photos showed them holding hands, with the multiple Emmy nominee also shaking hands with the Fifties.

“Here I’m keeping good company @thedrewbarrymoreshow and I don’t have 1000 bottles of lube at home,” 50 captioned the photo.

The New York resident sharply criticized his longtime rival Sean “Diddy” Combs, citing federal law enforcement authorities who seized greater than a thousand bottles of baby oil and lubricant from Diddy’s home.

Paramount announced that “The Drew Barrymore Show” has been renewed for a sixth season on CBS stations in markets including New York, Dallas and Boston. The show may even air on KPRC, the NBC affiliate, in Houston.

“Drew is a one-of-a-kind talent who is an integral part of the CBS and Paramount family,” said Wendy McMahon, president and CEO of CBS News and Stations and CBS Media Ventures.

McMahon added: “This early renovation and enhancements are a testament to our commitment to The Drew Barrymore Show and its loyal audience who watch Drew’s warmth, curiosity and spontaneity each day.

Stewart appeared on “The Drew Barrymore Show” to advertise “The Cookbook: 100 Favorite Recipes” and the film directed by RJ Cutler “Marta” documentary on Netflix. The documentary describes the life and profession of the New York Times best-selling creator.