Actors Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott were married for almost 20 years before announcing their divorce in 2021. The couple, who first met on the set of a TV movie in 1996, had a whirlwind romance and quickly became one of Hollywood’s most beloved couples. Their love story captivated fans and their relationship was often featured in the media, making their split all the more shocking.
Tori Spelling, daughter of legendary TV producer Aaron Spelling, was already a well-known actress when she met Dean McDermott. She had starred in the popular TV series «Beverly Hills, 90210» and had become a household name. Dean, on the other hand, was a relatively unknown actor who had appeared in a few TV shows and movies.
Their paths crossed while filming the TV movie «Mind Over Murder» and they immediately hit it off. Despite the 7-year age difference and the fact that both were in relationships at the time, they couldn’t deny their strong connection. Tori and Dean quickly fell in love and began dating, much to the surprise of their friends and family.
In 2004, Tori and Dean tied the knot in a lavish ceremony in Fiji. The couple’s wedding was featured in the reality show «Tori & Dean: Inn Love,» which followed their journey as they opened a bed and breakfast together. The show was a hit and gave fans an inside look into their relationship and family life.
Tori and Dean went on to have five children together – Liam, Stella, Hattie, Finn, and Beau. They were often seen out and about with their kids, showing off their strong bond as a family. Despite their busy careers, they always made time for each other and their children, making them the ultimate #familygoals.
Throughout their marriage, Tori and Dean faced their fair share of challenges. In 2013, Dean admitted to cheating on Tori, causing a major scandal in the media. The couple worked through their issues and renewed their vows in a private ceremony in Paris. They also documented their journey to healing in the reality show «True Tori.»
Despite the ups and downs, Tori and Dean remained committed to each other and their family. They continued to work together on various projects, including their reality show «Tori & Dean: Home Sweet Hollywood.» They also wrote a book together, «sTORI Telling,» which became a New York Times bestseller.
In 2019, the couple faced another challenge when Dean suffered a serious motorcycle accident that left him with a punctured lung and broken bones. Tori stood by his side during his recovery and their bond only grew stronger. They also welcomed their fifth child, Beau, during this time.
However, in 2021, after almost 20 years of marriage, Tori and Dean announced their decision to divorce. In a joint statement, they said, «We have made the difficult decision to separate. We remain deeply committed to our children and their happiness and will continue to co-parent to raise them in a loving and happy environment.»
Their split came as a shock to their fans, who had watched them overcome numerous challenges and grow as a couple. However, despite their divorce, Tori and Dean remain on good terms and are committed to co-parenting their children together.
Their love story may have come to an end, but Tori and Dean’s 20-year marriage will always be remembered as a Hollywood fairytale. They showed the world that true love can conquer all, even in the midst of fame and challenges. As they move forward on separate paths, their fans will continue to support and admire them for the love and family they created together.