Grammy-winning singer Van Hunt took to Instagram on Mother’s Day to share an unexpected gift to the world – a candid snapshot of his girlfriend, the ageless actress Halle Berry, basking in the sun on their balcony. The photo, which left fans both amused and intrigued, featured Halle, 57, in all her glory, her backside pressed against the wrought iron railings. But it was Van’s cheeky caption that stole the show: “Happy Mother’s Day from the bottom… of my heart. Oh s**t, I wasn’t s’posed to post that!”
The sultry shot captured Halle’s silhouette as she leaned against the balcony, her arms resting casually on the railing. With a glass of wine in hand, she gazed out over the landscape, seemingly unbothered by her au naturel state. It wasn’t the first time Halle had shared such an intimate moment; a similar photo had graced her Instagram feed back in April 2023, albeit with the balcony railings strategically covering her modesty.
But this Mother’s Day surprise wasn’t just about celebrating Halle’s timeless beauty. It was also a nod to their blended family. Halle, a mother of two, shares 16-year-old Nahla Ariela with ex Gabriel Aubry and 10-year-old Maceo-Robert with ex-husband Olivier Martinez. Van, 54, too, is a father to a teenage son named Drake. Together, they’ve formed a modern family unit—one that Halle fiercely protects.
In a heartfelt tribute to Van’s mom, DJ, Halle wrote, “Happy Mother’s Day to all the glorious mothers of the world and especially my beautiful mother-in-law, DJ! You’ve come into our lives and brought the sunshine with you. I so admire the way you love with such grace and style! When you shower us with your pearls, we are instantly made better! We love you so very much.”
DJ, in turn, responded with warmth: “Happy Mother’s Day, daughter! The love and light that you bring to my life shines bright. You are a wonderful mother, friend, and inspiration. My son loves you, and so do I.”
Yet, fans couldn’t help but notice the absence of a tribute to Halle’s own mother, Judith Ann Hawkins. Questions flooded the comments section: “What about your mother?” one fan asked, while another wondered, “Where is your mother, Halle?” Speculation ran wild, with some suggesting that Halle’s reference to DJ as her “mother-in-law” hinted at a secret marriage between her and Van.
In 2022, Halle had revealed that her son Maceo orchestrated a “commitment ceremony” for her and Van. “My son Maceo on his own did this little commitment ceremony for us in the back seat of the car,” she shared with AARP The Magazine. “I think he finally sees me happy, and it’s infectious. It was his way of saying, ‘This is good. This makes me happy.’ It was a very real moment for all of us. I teared up, Van was fighting back tears. Even Maceo knew he’d said something poignant. As a mom living in this modern, blended family, all I care about is that my kids are okay with my decisions.”
So, whether it’s a balcony brouhaha or a backseat commitment, Halle Berry continues to redefine love, family, and the art of keeping secrets—because sometimes, even the best-kept secrets find their way onto Instagram. Happy Mother’s Day, Halle! 🌸📸💕
