Valerie Bertinelli’s boyfriend has been identified as writer Mike Goodnough, who confirmed their relationship in an essay on his Substack site. Goodnough expressed his happiness in the relationship and described it as surreal. He admitted that life can be challenging but finding love with Bertinelli has been a gift.
Goodnough, who writes under the name “Hoarse Whisperer,” shared details about their relationship and hinted at revealing how they met in the future. He also accompanied Bertinelli to a taping of “The Drew Barrymore Show” where she promoted her cookbook. Bertinelli shared a photo of them together on social media, hinting at their relationship.
In a separate post, Goodnough expressed admiration for Bertinelli’s performance on “The Drew Barrymore Show,” describing her as funny and engaging. Bertinelli had previously refrained from sharing details about the identity of her boyfriend, but spoke highly of him in interviews where she expressed her love and gratitude for the relationship.
Bertinelli and Goodnough’s relationship blossomed after her divorce from Tom Vitale, with whom she was married for a decade. She was also previously married to rock icon Eddie Van Halen. Bertinelli shares a son with Van Halen, while Goodnough has a son from his previous marriage. Their relationship marks a new chapter for Bertinelli, who had previously been apprehensive about falling in love again.
The couple had hinted at their relationship in the past, with Bertinelli confirming that she was in a relationship during a March interview. She expressed gratitude and happiness for finding love again after being adamant that she would not fall in love. Bertinelli described her relationship with Goodnough as unlike any she had experienced before.
Overall, Valerie Bertinelli’s relationship with Mike Goodnough has been a source of joy and fulfillment for them both, marking a new chapter in Bertinelli’s life after divorce. Goodnough’s confirmation of their relationship and Bertinelli’s openness about her love and gratitude demonstrate the strength of their bond and the happiness they have found together.
