Valerie Bertinelli Celebrates Body Positivity on TV

Valerie Bertinelli, at 64, has publicly embraced her body after sharing a viral underwear selfie on December 2, which sparked a mix of praise and criticism. During her appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show, she explained that her decision to post the selfie stemmed from her journey of self-acceptance, stating, "I saw myself in the light and I went, ‘Oh I'm not mad at that.’" She humorously acknowledged the effects of aging, saying, "It's 64 years of gravity. It’s science," while lifting her shirt to show her stomach. Bertinelli also addressed the negative comments she received, expressing that she has learned to be okay with not pleasing everyone and rejecting societal pressures regarding body image. She emphasized the importance of self-acceptance and noted, "I’m a size 10. How is that too thin? I’m just me. It’s my body." Her candid remarks resonate with many who struggle with body image, highlighting a broader conversation about body positivity.