Divorcée Valerie Bertinelli, 63, Finds Love Again with 'Very Special' Man

Valerie Bertinelli's surprise romance post-divorce lights up her life, showcasing the joy of finding love unexpectedly. She recently shared some words about her new romance.

In a revelation that's as heartwarming as it is unexpected, TV icon Valerie Bertinelli, 63, opened up about finding love anew, proving that happiness can strike when least anticipated. Amidst the promotional whirlwind for her upcoming cookbook, "Indulge," Valerie told a news outlet that she has found new joy in a relationship that's markedly different from any she's experienced before.

"I’ve met someone. And I’m incredibly grateful for him," she expressed, a sentiment that not only highlighted the novelty of this chapter in her life but also the profound appreciation she harbors for this "very special" man. "I wasn’t expecting it! He was not on my radar." Bertinelli exclaimed, detailing how this relationship blindsided her—a delightful surprise against her once believed to be resigned fate alongside her six cats and dog.

This news comes after Bertinelli's divorce from Tom Vitale in 2022, ending nearly 11 years of marriage. As a juxtaposition to the end of her previous relationship, Bertinelli's recent romantic revelation offers a glimmer of optimism, especially to those who may feel their opportunities for love and happiness are behind them.

On this, she underscored the transformative power of self-reflection and growth and advised, "I really want women and men to take away that it’s the work that you do (on yourself) that can lead you to meeting someone like I’ve been lucky enough to meet right now."

The "One Day at a Time" star's candor regarding her new relationship extended to social media, where she humorously acknowledged her newfound happiness conflicting with her past declaration of remaining single. A recent TikTok repost showcased Bertinelli mouthing a resolute "Yeah, […] no," to the idea of dating again, with the addition of a cheeky caption that read, "This didn’t age well 🤪🥰."

In addition to TikTok, Valerie Bertinelli took to Instagram to highlight the happy space she finds herself in currently. Yesterday, she shared a radiant photo of herself in a cream-colored blazer with a heartfelt caption that expressed her joy and gratitude toward her followers for their unwavering support through her transformative journey.

"Thank you all for staying on this ride with me. Sticking with me through the tears to get to the joy on the other side. XO ♥️🥰," she lovingly expressed.

From past and present revelations, Bertinelli's story paints a narrative of self-discovery, growth, and renewed love. It's a reminder that happiness can emerge from the least expected places, encouraging us all to remain open to the possibilities that life holds.

As previously reported on February 6, 2023:

Child star and Food Network icon Valerie Bertinelli recently opened up about trauma she experienced in the past. She shared how she was mistreated and how she endured emotional abuse from her previous husband, Tom Vitale.

Bertinelli filed for divorce from Vitale in 2022, only a few months after filing for legal separation. She mentioned that the day of the divorce was one of the best days of her life, and she later opened up about emotional abuse in relationships. She spoke frankly about her own situation with Vitale, sharing her thoughts on abuse.

On Wednesday, February 1, 2023, Bertinelli shared a clip on Instagram of herself lip-syncing over an audio clip. In the video, Bertinelli asked herself why she let her ex stay after "finding the texts." She responds to her own question, saying, "I don't know."

She revealed the nature of the "texts," saying her ex often called her "fat" and criticized her figure.

The clip and the caption stem from Bertinelli finding derogatory texts about her on her ex-husband's phone. The TV personality opened up about the texts, saying he often wrote demeaning things about her, and even after she found them, she stayed with him. Now, she finally realized it was time to move on.

Valerie Bertinelli Shared Her Pain in Instagram Video

The Instagram video of Bertinelli questioning herself on why she allowed her ex to remain in her life signified a turn for the TV chef. She has opened up about her recovery after separating from and divorcing Vitale. She shared her healing methods, saying she finds therapy extremely helpful.

In January 2022, Bertinelli wrote a book on self-acceptance called "Enough Already: Learning to Love the Way I Am Today."

She revealed the nature of the "texts," saying her ex often called her "fat" and criticized her figure. She also mentioned how he would project his own insecurities onto her but admitted she willingly stepped into that role. Now, she has decided to focus on what she needs.

After posting the Instagram video, followers responded with mixed reactions. Many supported her and praised her for standing up for herself and moving on. One user said they thought her ex was nice but realized, "I was really wrong!" Another user remarked, "You need to say out loud what happened and what he did."

Another user encouraged her to move on and insisted, "you're better than that." However, not everyone was as thrilled about her coming to terms with her trauma. Another user commented, "always having problems. Go get help."