Iconic Actress Reveals ‘Deformed’ Breasts Years Post-Implant Surgery

Valerie Bertinelli spoke openly about complications after breast implant removal during a public conversation with Drew Barrymore. The event took place at the 92nd Street Y in New York City. She said she underwent four surgeries in 2024 to correct problems linked to implants placed in the late 1980s.

Medical complications and procedures

Bertinelli said a fall preceded a severe infection that complicated the removal. Her surgeon removed both the implants and some surrounding tissue. She described how one breast collapsed inward and formed a crater.

As an iconic actress, she added that the procedures left her with “deformed” breasts years post-implant surgery. She noted she still requires one more operation to even out her chest.

How she came to the decision

She originally got implants in the late 1980s after feeling self-conscious about her small chest. Weight gain and loss over the years contributed to her desire to reverse the procedure. Bertinelli said she wanted to return to her original, smaller size.

Personal outlook and current projects

The 65-year-old former Food Network personality spoke about priorities. She said appearance is not a focus now, since she is not dating. “My boobs suck, but I’m not dating, so it doesn’t matter,” she told the audience.

Drew Barrymore replied “yet,” and Bertinelli joked about eventually dating someone who cannot see without glasses. She is concentrating on her happiness and family life.

Work and family

Bertinelli promotes her new memoir, Getting Naked, where she discusses these experiences. She also contributes to The Drew Barrymore Show as a lifestyle contributor. She spends time following her son, Wolfgang Van Halen, on tour, caring for her cats, and launching the digital platform Valerie’s Place.