Mike later confirmed their relationship in his own witty way, writing in his newsletter about the moment he jokingly asked Valerie, “Is it true you’re dating me?” Her response was simple and heartfelt: “Yes, I am. You are my partner in life.” With that, it was clear this wasn’t just a passing romance, but a genuine partnership.
For Valerie, this new love is both surprising and profound. In her memoirs and even in her recent cookbook, Indulge, she has spoken with deep affection about her relationship with Eddie Van Halen, admitting that love never completely faded between them. Those reflections made her new chapter all the more poignant — proof that while love can be enduring, life also has room for renewal.
She described her relationship with Mike as something she never expected, even saying she once believed her future would be happily spent with just her six cats and her dog. But when she confirmed her feelings to People magazine, she didn’t hold back: “I’m in love,” she said, describing it as a “seesaw of feelings” that felt both thrilling and vulnerable.
Fans have embraced the news wholeheartedly, seeing Valerie’s story as one of resilience and hope. Her willingness to begin again has inspired many who have faced loss or heartbreak themselves. At 63, she is showing that it is never too late for joy, never too late for laughter, and never too late to be surprised by love.
Valerie Bertinelli’s journey is not just about finding romance — it’s about renewal and the courage to open her heart again. Through all the highs and lows of her life, she has reminded us that healing is possible and that happiness can arrive in unexpected ways.
Her smile in recent photos says it all: after years of grief, Valerie has stepped into a brighter season, proving that life always has more love and laughter to give.