Actress Tori Spelling shared more insights about her divorce from Dean McDermott, her husband of 18 years, through her podcast, misSPELLING, on Monday, April 8, 2024. Spelling provided a detailed account of the events leading to their separation, beginning with an intense altercation in June 2023.
The argument occurred after the couple had returned from a day on set, culminating in Spelling, in a moment of heightened emotion, letting out a “beastly” scream and smashing a baked potato on the ground. This act symbolized the breakdown of their relationship. McDermott’s response to the incident was to demand a divorce, a declaration he later made public via an Instagram post, of which Spelling was initially unaware until their 15-year-old daughter informed her.
In her podcast, Spelling, 50, revealed that she felt mixed emotions following McDermott’s public announcement. She described a sense of relief, seeing it as an opportunity to move on, but also a tinge of sadness for the end of their long-term relationship. However, the official legal proceedings for the divorce were only initiated several months later, around when Spelling recorded the first episode of her podcast.
Further exploration into their relationship dynamics revealed that Spelling and McDermott, 57, had been sleeping in separate beds for three years prior to their split. This was due to decisions made by McDermott for reasons that Spelling has contested. The distance in their marriage had become evident, leading to mutual dissatisfaction.
In the aftermath of their separation, Spelling and McDermott have embarked on new romantic relationships, with Spelling linked to Ryan Cramer and McDermott to Lily Calo. Despite these new beginnings, Spelling has candidly addressed the complexities of their divorce, especially about their five children and McDermott’s sobriety journey.
Their daughter, Stella, was particularly affected by the public nature of their parents’ split, prompting McDermott to retract his initial Instagram post. This incident underscored the seriousness of their situation and the need for privacy. Between the altercation and the official filing for divorce, McDermott underwent rehabilitation for 40 days and moved into a sober living home, while Spelling and the children relocated, marking a new chapter for both parties.
Filed in late March, the divorce cited irreconcilable differences as the cause, ending an 18-year marriage marked by public scrutiny and personal challenges. Spelling has expressed pride in McDermott’s commitment to sobriety and his treatment journey, indicating hope for his stable future. This hopeful note provides a sense of optimism amidst the turmoil.
Spelling’s podcast, misSPELLING, serves as a platform for her to share her personal experiences, offering insights into the emotional and logistical challenges of ending a long-term marriage. Through her candid discussions, Spelling provides a raw and unfiltered look into the complexities of marital breakdown and the pursuit of personal freedom and happiness.