Valerie Bertinelli is an American actress and television personality, best known for her role as Barbara Cooper in the popular sitcom One Day at a Time. Born on April 23, 1960, in Wilmington, Delaware, she began her acting career in the 1970s and quickly gained fame for her performances. In addition to her acting, Bertinelli has authored several cookbooks and hosted cooking shows, including Valerie's Home Cooking on the Food Network. She has received multiple awards for her work, including a Daytime Emmy Award for her contributions to television.