Rosie O’Donnell recently posted a touching photo of her daughter Chelsea on Instagram, months after Chelsea faced multiple arrests and a public family rift. Despite years of tension—including Chelsea changing her last name and being removed from Rosie’s will—this glimpse suggests a possible healing in their relationship.
On July 8, 2025, Rosie shared a screenshot of a FaceTime call featuring Chelsea cuddling her son Atlas, with Rosie smiling in the corner—a rare sign of warmth between mother and daughter. Fans responded with supportive and hopeful messages.
Chelsea’s past year has been difficult, marked by three arrests in Wisconsin related to drug charges. She pled guilty and received probation while continuing her recovery in rehab, with Rosie publicly expressing pride in her progress.
The family drama escalated when Rosie removed Chelsea from her $80 million estate, prompting Chelsea to take her biological mother’s surname, Neuens. Rosie’s move to Ireland for safety reasons added more distance, though she’s embraced her new life there.
Despite the challenges and distance, the recent FaceTime moment offers hope that the family bond is not completely broken and may be on the path to repair.