Valerie Bertinelli just received the best birthday gift of all—true love. The beloved Hot in Cleveland star celebrated her 64th birthday this year with a heartfelt tribute from her boyfriend, Mike Goodnough. This isn’t just any birthday; it’s a special milestone filled with love and appreciation.
Mike Goodnough's Sweet Birthday Message
Mike, who is 53, didn’t let distance come between him and Valerie’s special day. He posted a charming photo of Valerie on social media, captured when she dazzled on the 2024 Oscars red carpet last month. In his caption, he expressed his excitement about traveling to be with her. "Sure, the plane is full and the cabin is eleventy-thousand degrees and I’m stuck in Seat 51G,” he joked. “But it’s @wolfiesmom’s birthday, and she’s waiting on the other side. Honestly, it feels like I’m the one getting the best present here."
Valerie's Playful Birthday Vibes
Just a day before her big day, Valerie shared a lively video of herself dancing to Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department.” Her caption revealed her reflective mood, saying, "When I go on my walks, I do a lot of reflecting. Sometimes it's sweet, sometimes it's challenging.” She went on to express gratitude for the kindness shown to her during recent book signings for her memoir, Indulge. “Reflecting on this week and the kindness all of you have shown me in our conversations, both in person and online, I just wanted to send out a huge thank you for supporting me and for all your sweet responses to my life updates,” she added.
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Valerie’s heartfelt message resonated with her fans, emphasizing the community they’ve built together. “I truly love this community that we have built here,” she said. “Thank you for sticking around, through the challenging moments and through the sweet ones.”
Life Updates: A New Chapter with Mike
These “life updates” undoubtedly refer to her blossoming relationship with Mike. Valerie first hinted at her new romance in March, almost two years after her divorce from Tom Vitale was finalized. Speaking to USA TODAY, she shared, “I’ve met someone. And I’m incredibly grateful for him.” She admitted it was a unique relationship, unlike any she had experienced before. “It’s unlike any relationship that I’ve ever experienced with a man. I don’t want to say too much, but I feel incredibly blessed and lucky to have met him, because I wasn’t expecting it!”
Later that month, the Golden Globe winner opened up more about her long-distance relationship with the East Coast-based writer. She told People, “It feels incredibly right.” She also praised the instant comfort level she felt with Mike, highlighting how special their connection is.
Mike’s Heartfelt Acknowledgment
Mike confirmed their relationship publicly on April 17 through his “Hoarse Whisperings” Substack. He wrote, “I am Valerie Bertinelli’s boyfriend… and that may well be among the most surreal sentences I’ve ever pecked out.” Despite the surreal nature of the statement, he emphasized how natural and wonderful their relationship feels. “But it’s true… and nothing about our actual relationship seems surreal. It just seems… good… lucky… a gift.”
Instagram Official: Their First Photo Together
The couple officially went public on Instagram on April 20 by posting their first photo together on Valerie’s account. The caption featured lyrics from Taylor Swift’s new song, “So High School,” adding a playful touch to their announcement.
