Actress Valerie Bertinelli, 64, caused a stir on the social media after posting a photo of herself in underwear.

According to her, she wanted to spread a message of self-acceptance and gratitude for her journey throughout the years that was filled with plenty of emotional and physical challenges.

However, what Valerie Bertinelli believed would be an image of a candid reflection of her body turned into a heated discussion among people on Instagram about whether a photo like that was appropriate or not.

A Bold Statement in Self-Acceptance
In her now-viral Instagram post, Valerie Bertinelli posed confidently in front of a mirror, holding a box of hair dye. The unfiltered photo showcased her without makeup, emphasizing her embrace of natural beauty. She captioned the post:

“At some point I will talk about the madness my body has been through this year. But right now, every lump, bump, wrinkle and saggy part of me just feels acceptance and simple appreciation to be standing in front of a mirror in a hotel bathroom in downtown Manhattan, ready to color my roots late on a Monday night.”

The post highlighted the progress in Valerie Bertinelli body image journey and was met with mixed reactions. While many followers praised her for sharing such an honest and bold moment, others labeled the photo as inappropriate or unnecessary.

Mixed Reactions to Valerie Bertinelli’s Post
The responses to Bertinelli’s photo revealed the polarizing nature of such self-expressions. Critics commented:

“That’s great for you, but you don’t have to show everyone.”
“Why do we want to see an old lady wearing her pants online? Disgusting.”
“Have you lost your mind posting this photo? Get some therapy.”
Others accused her of seeking validation. A particularly harsh critic wrote, “Honestly, you’re quite lovely, but why do you need to post an underwear picture for compliments?”

However, there was also an outpouring of support. Fans left comments like, “Looking fabulous!!,” and “You are definitely an inspiration to us all.,” applauding her boldness and her journey to self-acceptance.