Valerie Bertinelli's Ex-husband Finally Opens Up About 'Narcissist' Claims

Valerie Bertinelli's ex-husband Tom Vitale was recently spotted by paparazzi.

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The reporter questioned the businessman about his ex-wife's "narcissist" accusations.

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Vitale skillfully dodged the questions by putting the paparazzi in a tough spot.

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Although he did not deny or accept the accusations, Vitale laughed it off as a joke.

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The financial planner also noted he was a hard worker focused on his business.

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Last month, Bertinelli revealed she was healing her emotional wounds through exercise.

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Additionally, the mother-of-one aassured fans that she was over her "narcissist" ex.

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Bertinelli filed for divorce after ten years of marriage in 2021.

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The former couple's divorce was finalized in November 2022, with celebrations from Bertinelli.

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