Shortly after the couple tied the knot, Bertinelli described herself as „happier than ever“ during an exclusive interview with PEOPLE. „I could have spent the rest of my life with Tom and not be married, but I wanted to call him ‚my husband,‘ “ she said. „I really wanted to share how I feel about Tom with the people I love.“
: Valerie Bertinelli says it „feels appropriate“ to call Tom Vitale her husband
During an appearance on The View shortly after the wedding, Bertinelli revealed her favorite perk of marriage: getting to call Vitale her husband. „I think I got tired of calling him ‚my spousal equivalent,'“ the actress said. „It’s nice to call him my husband. Continue reading „: Valerie Bertinelli says she’s „happier than ever“ after marrying Tom Vitale“