Salma Hayek’s Birthday Tribute to Daughter Valentina Goes Viral
Salma Hayek’s birthday tribute to her daughter, Valentina Paloma Pinault, has captured hearts online — not just for its beauty, but for the striking resemblance between mother and daughter. The now 18-year-old stunned in a satin red dress while twirling alongside her mom, who wore flowing pink, in a moment that radiated elegance and love.
Salma marked the milestone with an Instagram post filled with intimate family photos and videos taken during Valentina’s birthday celebration at the historic Chilham Castle. In one standout image, Valentina poses between her parents, glowing in a silver dress, reflecting both her mother’s poise and her father François-Henri Pinault’s pride.
The post included glimpses of the lavish party — candlelit lounges, a red velvet cake, and emotional videos. One clip shows Salma and Valentina dancing together, while another captures François-Henri spinning his daughter in a heartfelt hug. A final shot shows both parents kissing Valentina on the head.
Salma captioned the post: “We ate, we danced, we laughed, we loved… and we kept the party going all weekend. Happy birthday mi cielo.”
Fans flooded the comments with admiration, many noting how much Valentina looks like her mom. Comments included, “She’s got Salma’s eyes!” and “Like mother, like daughter.”
Adding to the emotional tribute, Salma shared a throwback photo of Valentina as a toddler, paired with a heartfelt message: “So many things have changed in your life, but you are always soooo you… a unique unstoppable force of nature… Feliz cumpleaños Valentina Paloma ♥️”
Salma also revealed in an earlier interview that Valentina has become the family’s beauty expert, constantly discovering new skincare products, especially from Koreatown. “She’s obsessed,” Salma said, calling her daughter “the expert.”
Valentina has grown up in the spotlight, evolving from an adorable child to a poised young woman. Here’s a look at her journey through the years:
A Glimpse Through the Years: Valentina’s Evolution
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2008–2010: Seen as a toddler in Salma’s arms during public outings and a Disneyland trip.
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2011–2014: Appears at movie premieres and fashion events, often in coordinated looks with Salma.
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2017–2019: Begins making confident appearances at art shows and fashion weeks with her parents.
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2021–2023: Joins Salma on red carpets, including the Eternals premiere, the Oscars, and Vanity Fair events — showcasing her growing fashion sense.
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2025: At 18, Valentina is celebrated as a rising beauty and style icon in her own right.