Tori Spelling Reveals Daughter’s Question That Led to Her Split from Dean McDermott

Tori Spelling had some help when deciding to leave her marriage. 

A former cast member of “Beverly Hills, 90210” revealed that her 13-year-old child, Hattie, posed a significant question to her which ultimately led to the end of her relationship with ex-partner Dean McDermott, whom she separated from in 2023.

In the April 10th episode of her “misSPELLING” podcast, Tori reminisced about a teenager inquiring, “Has there been a time when you pondered being with another person instead of your father and receiving proper treatment?

Previously known for her stint on reality TV, this individual – who has children Liam (age 18), Stella (16), Finn (12), and Beau (8) with Dean – clarified that the question wasn’t about her daughter choosing sides in their divorce. Tori emphasized that Hattie genuinely adores her father.

She mentioned that things had deteriorated to a stage where it was more harmful for the children to observe their presence together. They were no longer able to conceal the turmoil they were going through.

Additionally, Dean’s battles with alcoholism were making matters even more challenging. In her own words, “He was battling addiction and a great deal of his stress was directed at me.

She went on to say, “And as for my daughter, I observed,” she said. “I wasn’t fond of the person I had become, striving to nurture robust individuals, yet enduring silently and passively.

In the end, Tori came to understand that ending things with Dean, who had joined a rehabilitation program following their split, was a more positive model for their kids compared to remaining as a couple.

She mentioned, “From my perspective, the desire for children, who often yearn for their parents’ unity, may have prevented me from choosing a path that appeared to be more beneficial for them based on what they observed in a relationship between two partners.

Instead of staying in the relationship for so long, the 51-year-old stated that it was something that had prolonged their union unnecessarily. In the end, they believe it may have negatively impacted their children.

As for Dean, the 58-year-old has since celebrated one year of sobriety. 

On July 1st, Dean posted on Instagram, “Last week was a remarkable week filled with love, embraces, and healing progress. I am grateful to my Sponsor, my fellow Sponsees, and the entire fellowship for helping me celebrate my first anniversary of sobriety.

Expressing heartfelt gratitude towards Harmony Place, the actor stated, “They’ve been instrumental in giving me a second chance at life. If you find yourself battling addiction, I urge you to let go and seek assistance. Rest assured, we are here with open arms, ready to shower you with love until you learn to love yourself.

For more on Tori and Dean’s family life, keep reading. 

In the year 2017, Tori and Dean’s children – Liam, Stella, Hattie, Finn, and Beau – had a delightful time exploring Santa’s hidden workshop.

The family had a scary good time at a Halloween celebration in 2019.

Tori and Dean took their daughter Stella and son Liam to the Bony Pony Ranch in California in 2009.

The family hit the ice rink in 2013.

During summer break in 2018, Tori and Dean enjoyed a fun-filled time with their kids at the opening of “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation.

Dean and Liam sat down to read Tori’s Uncharted TerriTORI during its 2010 release.

In 2011, Stella and Liam tasted the limelight for real when they went on stage alongside their parents during a Yo Gabba Gabba Live! performance.

Tori and Dean brought their kids to meet Santa Claus in 2014.

In 2015, Jack, who is the son of Dean and his wife Mary Jo Eustace, took part in the family’s Christmas festivities.

The crew rolled up in style to the 2019 Teen Choice Awards in August 2019. 

In 2009, Tori and Dean’s eldest children, Liam and Stella, were present to mark the publication of Tori’s book titled “Mommywood”.

Little Hattie looked so cool in her shades at the release of her mom 2012 book celebraTORI.

In the year 2019, Stella, Beau, and Hattie, along with their parents, contributed to the festive atmosphere by participating in a Christmas party that had a fun disco theme.

The family attends the Hollywood premiere of Jumanji: The Next Level in2019. 

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2025-04-11 23:47