Valerie Bertinelli and Boyfriend Mike Goodnough Cozy Up at the 2024 Daytime Emmys Red Carpet Debut

Los Angeles, June 7, 2024 — The 51st annual Daytime Emmy Awards witnessed a heartwarming moment as Valerie Bertinelli, the renowned celebrity chef and author of “Indulge,” stepped onto the red carpet hand-in-hand with her boyfriend, Mike Goodnough. The couple’s debut appearance was delightful, capturing the attention of fans and media alike.

Bertinelli’s now-canceled series, Valerie’s Home Cooking, garnered two nominations at this year’s Daytime Emmys. Goodnough stood proudly by her side as the culinary world applauded her outstanding work. When asked about the experience, he shared, “It feels great. There’s little better than seeing somebody you love get the recognition and the roses.”

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Goodnough, known as Hoarse Whisperer on social media, expressed his excitement in an Instagram post. He described Bertinelli’s dedication to Valerie’s Home Cooking as pouring her “heart and soul” into the show. The nominations, he emphasized, were a well-deserved acknowledgment of her tireless efforts.

Bertinelli’s Daytime Emmy Awards nominations arrived almost exactly a year after the show’s cancellation in April 2023. Despite the disappointment, she remains passionate about her craft. In her own words, “I just really loved my job.”

As the couple graced the red carpet, their affectionate bond radiated joy. Bertinelli’s smile, Goodnough’s pride—these moments etched themselves into the evening’s memories. The 2024 Daytime Emmys celebrated outstanding talent and the love shared by two remarkable individuals.

The awards ceremony aired live on June 7, 2024, at 8 p.m. ET on CBS and was available for streaming on Paramount+.