The “Wicked” star, 37, explained on Tuesday’s episode of “The Drew Barrymore Show” why she and costar Ariana Grande, 31, are continuously in close physical contact and how they use it as a way to deliver messages to each other during subtly during conversations.

Drew Barrymore admitted to being warned about her touchy-feely interview style. The host is known for being physically affectionate with guests on her talk show.

Drew Barrymore said she hopes people will become "more comfortable" with being physically touched after being warned to back off her guests.

"I think if we could all be more comfortable with physical touch, I would like that world," Barrymore said. Drew Barrymore and Cynthia Erivo understand that physical communication can be just as important as verbal.

Drew Barrymore, with long brown hair and wearing a white pinstripe blazer, smiles at the camera. Drew Barrymore says she's been told off to "back off" from touching guests on her talk show . Barrymore has received mixed reactions for getting physically close with the guests who appear on her show.

During a recent interview with Wicked star Cynthia Erivo, the two talked about their need for physical affection, with Barrymore admitting, "I’m so touchy! People have to warn me. They’re like, ‘Back off a little bit.