Despite a packed work schedule, actress Valerie Bertinelli makes time for her new boyfriend, writer Mike Goodnough, maintaining a rule of seeing each other every three weeks despite living on opposite coasts.
Valerie Bertinelli, renowned for her roles in "One Day at a Time" and her Food Network cooking shows, is navigating a long-distance relationship with writer Mike Goodnough amidst a hectic career. The 63-year-old actress acknowledges the challenges but prioritizes spending quality time with her new love.
Bertinelli and Goodnough, who began dating earlier this year, have established a rule of meeting every three weeks. "We never go longer than that without seeing each other," Bertinelli told People magazine. "It's about finding the joy in life and sharing it."
Valerie Bertinelli Prioritizes Long-Distance Relationship Amidst Busy Schedule
Their relationship marks Bertinelli's first since finalizing her divorce from Tom Vitale in November 2022. In June, she wrote on Instagram about rebuilding trust with Goodnough after her previous marriage.
Goodnough, who Bertinelli met on Instagram a few years ago, is her first public relationship since her divorce from Eddie Van Halen in 2007. The couple has a son, Wolfgang Van Halen, 33.
Valerie Bertinelli Prioritizes Long-Distance Relationship Amidst Busy Schedule
Bertinelli expressed a desire for more privacy in her relationship moving forward. "It's like, 'Oh, but yeah, I let the cat out of the bag.' I don't know. I would like to start keeping it between us and make it a little bit more special."
Despite her initial public declaration, Bertinelli now feels a need to protect her personal life. "Even though I was so public with it, now part of me wants to just protect."
Valerie Bertinelli Prioritizes Long-Distance Relationship Amidst Busy Schedule
Bertinelli's busy schedule includes upcoming television and film projects. She recently joined the cast of the "Call Me Kat" sitcom and has a movie in production.
Finding a balance between her professional and personal life is a constant challenge for Bertinelli. "It's challenging," she admitted. "The summer has been booked full. It is challenging."
Despite the challenges, Bertinelli remains optimistic about her relationship with Goodnough. "This man is worth fighting the rest of my demons for. He is the most thoughtful, kind, gentle, intelligent, funny and grateful man I've ever met," she said.
Bertinelli believes that staying connected with Goodnough is crucial for a healthy relationship. "After all, it’s about finding the joy in life and sharing it," she said.
