‘Was Her Phone Hacked?’: Halle Berry’s Video Shared on Mother’s Day Ignites Buzz

On Mother’s Day, May 11, 2025, Hollywood icon Halle Berry shared a video of her and her boyfriend, Van Hunt, cozied up in bed with an intimacy product from her Respin collaboration with women’s intimate wellness company Joylux. The post, which was shared days after Berry’s sultry display at this year’s Met Gala, rubbed online viewers the wrong way.

The video showed Berry and Hunt lying side by side beneath a white duvet, their shoulders bare, suggesting early-morning intimacy or a lazy, indulgent start to the day.

Set against the neutral tones of a softly lit hotel headboard, the clip had an air of casual closeness — more cozy than provocative, yet unmistakably intimate.

Berry, makeup-free with tousled hair and a subtle glow, held up a small, bright-red bottle as she laughed and addressed her followers.

“I showed y’all how my day started — how my Mother’s Day started, and now, Imma tell you about it, I’m not gonna show you, I’m gonna tell you about how my Mother’s Day is gonna end. Ain’t that right, Van?” began the “Monster’s Ball” star.

After Hunt quipped about how he wished she would “hurry up,” prompting a laugh from Berry, the actress explained with a grin, “First of all, we got our ‘Let’s Spin,’ because ‘Let’s Spin’ just came out in this cute little travel size.”

She was referencing the mini-version of “Let’s Spin Intimacy Gel” from her menopause care brand, Respin and Joylux. Her delivery was playful, flirtatious even, as she noted they had packed the product for their trip to Cannes, France.

“I traveled with it for the first time, and we’re about to give it a spin,” disclosed Berry. Hunt, relaxed beside her, chimed in, teasing, “We ’bout to Cannes with Van,” drawing another giggle from Berry.

Their exchange was lighthearted, punctuated by knowing glances and a rhythm of shared jokes, culminating in Berry’s cheerful sign-off, “Happy Mother’s Day once again, everybody. I hope all of you are somewhere spinning.”

Her accompanying caption reads, “Mother’s Day isn’t over just yet…💋” — an indication, perhaps, of the private plans the couple alluded to. Though the video ran less than a minute, its suggestive tone and timing left a lasting impression.

Despite the post’s lighthearted tone, many viewers were left anything but amused. Social media comment sections quickly turned into a hub of disapproval, with several netizens voicing their discomfort.

One spectator questioned, “Was her phone hacked? 🥴,” capturing the sense of shock and confusion felt by many. Another wrote, “Sharing sexual content is childish and inappropriate.”

A wave of viewers echoed similar sentiments, labeling the video as out of place and difficult to digest. “This is so weird,” one netizen remarked, while another pointed out potential consequences beyond social media, “Your kids will see this, you know, and all of their friends.”

The timing of the post, coinciding with Mother’s Day, seemed to amplify the backlash. “Was not expecting this. I was caught off guard 😮,” one viewer admitted, reflecting the surprise many expressed at seeing such an intimate clip on a day typically marked by wholesome tributes.

Other commenters continued to raise concerns about the message being sent to young audiences. Some questioned the appropriateness of posting such content outside the bounds of marriage, implying it could normalize behavior they found objectionable for public figures.

A few deemed the post “embarrassing” and expressed how “disgusting” they found it to be. While many viewers took issue with the timing and tone of Berry’s post, her intent appeared focused on bringing attention to a product she believes in: The “Let’s Spin Intimacy Gel.”

The Respin and Joylux gel is designed to elevate intimate experiences with comfort and hydration in mind, particularly for women navigating perimenopause and menopause.

The original full-size version comes in a sleek, crimson glass bottle topped with a silver cap, retailing for $45.

It’s infused with a thoughtful blend of ingredients that cater to sensitive and aging skin: Hyaluronic acid, renowned for its ability to attract and retain moisture; aloe vera, known to calm and soothe irritated tissue; and citric acid, which helps maintain a healthy pH balance.

Together with gluconolactone — a hydrating agent — these ingredients create a paraben-free, glycerin-free formula that’s pH-balanced and gentle enough for delicate skin, all housed in eco-conscious, recyclable packaging.

The video specifically promoted the new travel-size version of the gel, a more compact 40 mL type priced at $21.

Though smaller in size, the mini version delivers the same benefits. According to the product description, the FDA-cleared gel is also suitable for use with most natural latex and polyisoprene condoms, though not polyurethane, ensuring that its design meets both pleasure and safety standards.

With this product, Berry isn’t just selling a gel — she’s pushing forward a larger conversation about sexual wellness and empowerment for midlife women.

The actress discovered she was in perimenopause at 54, a revelation that arrived suddenly and without guidance from her doctors.

Left unprepared and confused, she later learned she was far from alone; millions of women, like her, spend years misdiagnosed or not diagnosed at all. She recalled being told she was “simply aging,” a dismissive explanation that failed to address the complex hormonal and physical shifts she was experiencing.

It wasn’t until she sought help from a menopause specialist — a process that involved long waits, hefty costs, and overwhelming research — that Berry began to understand the true scope of what she was facing.

Even then, she admitted to walking away with more questions than answers. That frustration ultimately became the spark for Respin.

Her question, “If this is what it feels like for me, what does it feel like for everyone else?” grew into a purpose-driven brand aimed at creating community, clarity, and support for women navigating midlife health transitions.

Through Respin, she aims to arm women with the resources, tools, and knowledge she wishes she’d had access to herself, from expert-led programs to intimate care products designed with comfort and dignity in mind.

Respin’s broader mission is built around education, empowerment, and eliminating the silence surrounding a natural part of aging that impacts a significant portion of the global population.

In 2024, she opened up about the deeply motivating experience behind developing the product, sharing that its absence in the market was precisely what pushed her to create it. After struggling to find an effective solution to the intimacy challenges brought on by perimenopause, Berry decided to take matters into her own hands.

She partnered with Joylux’s Ob-Gyn, Dr. Sarah de la Torre, and spent a year refining the formula through careful development and rigorous testing.

According to Berry, the gel has had a transformative impact on her own life. Through this collaboration, Berry wasn’t just filling a gap in the market — she was addressing a need she had once felt acutely herself.

In August 2024, Berry took her advocacy to a national stage during a candid sit-down interview with “Good Morning America,” where she spoke with Robin Roberts about breaking the silence and stigma around menopause.

For the “Catwoman” talent, the first step is as simple as saying the word out loud. “We say the word, we say, ‘I’m in menopause!'” she urged, emphasizing the importance of normalizing a life phase that has long been shrouded in taboo.

She pushed back against the outdated notion of menopause as something to be feared or hidden, insisting instead that it’s neither a disease nor a decline — it’s a natural progression that deserves acknowledgment, education, and openness.

Berry also stressed the importance of preparation, especially for younger women. She encouraged women as young as their mid-thirties to begin understanding what lies ahead. The star impored these women to arm themselves with knowledge and medical guidance so they can move into the next stage of life with confidence rather than dread.

“Don’t be afraid of it,” she asserted. “Be fearless about it.” The actress also touched on the damaging societal narrative that equates a woman’s worth with her fertility.

Once women move past the perceived child-bearing window, she argued, they’re often treated as if they’ve outlived their value — a message she firmly rejects. “That’s just not true,” Berry said with conviction. “I am in the best act of my life — my second act — and we all can be!”

Berry’s recent video may have sparked online debate, but for the Oscar winner, it fits seamlessly into a larger narrative she’s been boldly owning — one that’s all about embracing womanhood, visibility, and power on her own terms.

Just days before her controversial Mother’s Day post, Berry made waves at the 2025 Met Gala. Dressed in a daring creation by LaQuan Smith, she wore a sculpted, body-hugging gown featuring alternating panels of sheer mesh and Japanese bugle bead embroidery in a rich black finish.

The scoop-neck design plunged dramatically, offering a striking contrast to the delicate, almost architectural lines of the gown.

With its intricate craftsmanship, the look was described as blending “sexy-Bond-girl meets Harlem Renaissance,” a nod to both cinematic glamor and cultural legacy.

She arrived wearing a cropped tuxedo jacket, though she removed it on the carpet to reveal the full impact of the gown. A black netted veil lent a mysterious edge, while never-before-seen Cartier High Jewelry added shimmer and prestige to the overall effect.

According to Smith, the look reimagined traditional tailoring with stretch silks, sheer elements, and unexpected cutouts.

In every appearance, whether gracing a red carpet or speaking candidly from bed with a product in hand, Berry continues to challenge norms, redefine beauty, and assert that visibility in womanhood doesn’t end — it evolves.

And whether the public is ready or not, Berry’s message is clear: This second act? It’s hers to write, spin, and wear proudly.