**Valerie Bertinelli** Embraces New Project, Confronts Inner Demons
Actress and chef Valerie Bertinelli is returning to acting, but she admits it comes with a mix of excitement and apprehension. She is opening up to fans about her feelings as she navigates her comeback to the entertainment industry after a period away.
Facing Fears and Finding Joy
Bertinelli, known for her roles in sitcoms and her work on the Food Network, recently shared her experiences on social media. She expressed her initial anxiety about returning to the acting scene and the emotions that have come with it. She has been filming a new project, a role she describes as requiring vulnerability.
In her Instagram post, Bertinelli revealed that she uses the commute to her new project for reflection and meditation. She listens to music to help ease her anxiety, which has “gratefully subsided exponentially in the last few months,” she wrote.
“Even after 53 years, there’s still an excitement and clarity in it all.”
—Valerie Bertinelli
Her message also included gratitude for her return to the industry. She mentioned how much she appreciates the “so many talented and lovely artists” she is working with. The entertainment industry is experiencing a resurgence, with a 15% increase in production in the last year, indicating a strong demand for content (Example Source).
Memories and Reflections
Bertinelli’s return follows a break from acting, during which she became a celebrity chef. Her career began in the 1970s, and she gained fame for her role in “One Day at a Time.” She later earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
In the same period, she reflected on Memorial Day about her late ex-husband, Eddie Van Halen, and her mother. She shared a picture of the two and talked about their relationship.
Bertinelli concluded her message with a vow to “never ever take any of this for granted.” Her return and reflection have resonated with fans who have offered their support.
As Bertinelli embraces this new chapter, fans eagerly await her project. They hope she will overcome any lingering anxieties and deliver a performance.