Valerie Bertinelli recently shared heartfelt photos and a video sent by her son, Wolfgang Van Halen, 34, while she was away from home. The post quickly resonated with fans, who were touched by the sweet mother-son bond and, notably, struck by Wolfgang’s strong resemblance to his late father, the legendary guitarist Eddie Van Halen.
A Mother’s Comfort and Fans’ Admiration
In an Instagram carousel, Bertinelli expressed missing home, but found solace in the updates from Wolfgang and his wife, featuring her beloved cats. The post included two photos and a video of her white cats enjoying a treat. One photo showed Wolfgang cradling a white cat, while another, captioned “my two favorite boys đ¤Ť,” featured Wolfgang and a black cat gazing directly at the camera.
Fans flooded the comments, pointing out the uncanny resemblance between Wolfgang and Eddie Van Halen, with one commenting, “Wolfie looking like dad so much on that 1st pic â¤ď¸.” Many expressed emotional reactions, seeing Eddie’s features in his son, and praising Wolfgang’s caring nature.
Wolfgang’s Enduring Bond with His Parents
Wolfgang has consistently honored his late father on social media, sharing poignant throwbacks like a 1994 home video of himself as a toddler laughing with Eddie. A cherished photo also shows a joyful family moment with both his parents. This deep bond with his parents is clearly reflected in his strong relationship with Valerie today. Valerie openly admits Wolfgang still finds her “embarrassing” in his 30s, jokingly stating that “when the eyerolling stops, I’m not doing my job.”
She proudly accompanied Wolfgang to the Oscars in 2024, admitting she was so star-struck she needed him to remind her to use her “inner voice.” Valerie is also thrilled with Wolfgang’s marriage to Andraia Allsop, describing her as the perfect match. While she looks forward to becoming a grandmother someday, she doesn’t pressure them. Bertinelli expresses immense pride in Wolfgang for growing into a kind and amazing young man, despite her self-described “imperfect” parenting. Wolfgang reciprocates this love, sending her flowers or balloons every Mother’s Day, even while on tour.
Valerie’s Own “Glow-Up” Captivates Fans
Beyond motherhood, Valerie Bertinelli continues to captivate followers with glimpses into her personal life. Recent eye-catching images of her in a fiery red bikini, bravely taking a cold plunge in her 66°F pool, sparked a flurry of praise from netizens. Shared on Instagram in April 2025, she captioned the post candidly about her wellness experiment, noting its benefits for mood and inflammation. Fans lauded her “gorgeous,” “natural, perfect beauty,” and “20-year-old body back,” while some inquired about her weight loss. Her authenticity and diverse updates continue to intrigue her dedicated followers.