Valerie Bertinelli Marks Two Years Since Divorce

Valerie Bertinelli recently celebrated two years since her divorce from Tom Vitale, marking the occasion with a poignant Instagram post reflecting on her journey toward self-discovery and healing. The actress expressed gratitude for her 'two years of freedom,' during which she confronted self-doubt, shame, and past traumas, and acknowledged the importance of self-love in fostering emotional vulnerability. Bertinelli, 64, noted her brief relationship with Mike Goodnough, thanking him for helping her feel love again despite their recent split. She emphasized the need to accept both her dark and light sides before being able to share love with others. In her message, she reassured fans that life improves over time and offered encouragement to those facing challenges, stating, 'It gets better.' Her divorce from Vitale was finalized in November 2022 after more than a decade of marriage.