Veteran Actress Bertinelli Embraces Bold Blonde Transformation

On November 11, 2025, veteran actress and celebrity chef Valerie Bertinelli, 65, surprised her Instagram followers with a bold new look. Bertinelli shared a selfie showcasing her golden blonde hair styled in loose waves and a center part, with darker roots peeking through. She joked in the caption, "New hair who dis?", revealing the transformation was achieved with a wig styled by celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton, known for his work with stars like Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lopez.

Bertinelli has been open in the past about her experiences with gray hair. Last year, she addressed comments from followers about her use of filters and the appearance of her roots, sharing a video where she bent down to show off her natural gray hair. The Food Network star expressed her frustration with having to get her roots done every two weeks, joking that she wished she could find a wig without visible gray roots.

More recently, Bertinelli has been candid about her evolving style and self-acceptance as she ages. Earlier this month, she shared behind-the-scenes outtakes from the photo shoot for her forthcoming memoir, "Getting Naked," in which she poses nude on the cover. Bertinelli spoke about the importance of "letting it all hang out" and embracing her body, despite any fears or criticism.