Valerie Bertinelli, 65, Opens Up About Her Body and Identity
At 65, Valerie Bertinelli is speaking candidly about how her body has changed and how her relationship with it has evolved. In a conversation with Drew Barrymore on March 24, 2026, promoting her book Getting Naked, the actress discussed aging, divorce, menopause, and the societal pressure on women to stay “perfect.”
Bertinelli shared that she no longer feels pressure to make her body acceptable to anyone else. She revealed she underwent four surgeries in 2024 to remove old breast implants, which led to complications and infections. Despite the challenges, she approached the situation with humor and openness, valuing the trust and honesty she shares with Barrymore.
On social media, she gave followers a glimpse of her book cover shoot, showing a process of confronting shame and reclaiming her narrative. Her message is empowering: facing fear and freeing oneself from judgment.
Hair Transformations and Self-Expression
Bertinelli has experimented with her hair throughout her career—from her iconic long brown locks in One Day at a Time, to layered waves and curls in the 1980s, and sleeker styles in the 1990s. In 2023, she tried a viral “wolf cut” with unexpected results, and in 2024 she experimented with cooler, blonde tones.
In 2026, she is contemplating growing out her gray hair, reflecting on identity, aging, and authenticity. “What are we reflecting, and what is reflecting back at us?” she asked. For Bertinelli, her hair has become less about fashion and more about truth, embracing whatever look aligns with her true self.
