Valerie Bertinelli Expresses Fears Returning to Acting in Lifetime Project

Valerie Bertinelli, 65, is returning to acting with a new Lifetime project, expressing a mix of gratitude and anxiety about the role which requires her to be openly vulnerable. Despite not having acted in a single-camera production for at least four years, she is determined to do justice to the script, describing it as amazing and praising the talented writer and cast. Bertinelli shared on Instagram that she was surprised by her own fear and doubt, visible in selfies she sent to production, but she views this nervousness as part of her process. Known for her roles in "One Day at a Time" and "Hot in Cleveland," Bertinelli has had a long career spanning over 50 years and is now filming the project in Vancouver. She encouraged fans to "feel the fear and do it anyway," transforming anxiety into excitement, and expressed gratitude for small joys amidst the challenges of returning to acting. Her fans and peers have shown support as she embarks on this new chapter.