Valerie Bertinelli’s Anticipation for the Memoir

Valerie Bertinelli recently expressed her eagerness to read her former husband Eddie Van Halen’s brother Alex’s memoir, ‘Brothers.’ Appearing on The Drew Barrymore Show, Bertinelli shared her mixed feelings about the emotional impact of delving into the book. ‘I am shaking just thinking about it,’ she mentioned, indicating the profound connection she shares with both brothers.

Emotional Reflections on Eddie Van Halen

During her appearance, Bertinelli reflected on the complexities of her relationship with Eddie Van Halen, who passed away in October 2020. She described both brothers as ‘good men’ who were also ‘very complicated,’ thus highlighting the depth of their respective personalities. She acknowledged that reading Alex’s memoir would be a very emotional experience, saying, ‘It’s going to be emotional, because I love these two men.’

A Beautiful Insight into Grief

Bertinelli praised Alex Van Halen’s memoir, calling it ‘beautiful’ and an extraordinary reflection of grief. As she reminisced about her long conversations with Alex about the process of writing the book, she conveyed pride in his efforts. The memoir, she believes, offers valuable insight into Eddie, portraying him as a ‘gentle, gentle soul’ rather than just a rock icon. Bertinelli’s heartfelt commentary emphasizes the importance of understanding the man behind the music, transforming sorrow into a tribute of love and memories.