Valerie Bertinelli’s Divorce and Celebration in Europe
A Favorable Divorce Settlement
Valerie Bertinelli has much to celebrate this November, including Thanksgiving and her newly-divorced status. The actress recently announced via a tweet that she had finally divorced ex-husband Tom Vitale after a year of waiting. Bertinelli won’t have to pay the $50,000 per month in spousal support demanded by Vitale, but she will still pay a considerable sum of money.
Reaching an Agreement with Her Ex
Bertinelli filed for divorce from Vitale in November 2021 and in May 2022 in Los Angeles Superior Court. Vitale attempted to block Bertinelli from seeking spousal support and requested $50,000 per month and $200,000 in legal fees. Despite the couple signing a prenuptial agreement in 2011, Bertinelli fought Vitale’s request in court and won.
According to court documents, Bertinelli will pay Vitale $2.2 million to settle all claims, in addition to the $500,000 she paid on May 24. This is a better deal than paying $50,000 a month, allowing Bertinelli to settle the amount in 4.5 years.
Celebrating Divorce and Thanksgiving in Europe
Bertinelli is in good spirits and excited to be free. She is currently in Italy celebrating her divorce and Thanksgiving with her family. Her Instagram stories show her enjoying time in Milan with her brother Patrick Bertinelli, son Wolfgang Van Halen, and his fiancée Andrea Allsop.
The actress shared photos of herself with her son and his fiancée and a sweet photo of Wolfgang and Allsop with the caption “grateful, grateful and blessed.” She also shared a video enjoying a glass of wine with her brother and a quote about ending toxic relationships.
In a previous interview, Bertinelli revealed she won’t be looking for love and is happy living single. She is currently enjoying her new single status, preparing for her son’s wedding, and looking forward to becoming a grandmother soon.