Dean McDermott recently defended his estranged wife Tori Spelling against social media trolls after going Instagram official with his new girlfriend, Lily Calo. When a comment criticized Spelling for supporting McDermott’s new relationship, he responded by calling her a compassionate person and stating that people can be better apart than together. Fans praised McDermott’s response and wished happiness for both him and Spelling as they navigate their separation. The couple, who share five children, have faced public speculation about their relationship since their marriage in 2006.
In June 2023, McDermott posted and deleted an announcement on social media indicating that he and Spelling had split. The divorce filing revealed that Spelling initiated the separation in March due to irreconcilable differences. However, McDermott filed his own paperwork in May, listing a different separation date from Spelling’s filing. While Spelling sought sole custody of their children, McDermott requested joint physical and legal custody, reflecting ongoing legal issues between the couple. Despite these challenges, Spelling and McDermott appear to be in a civil place as they move forward with their lives.
Spelling shared during an episode of her podcast that McDermott’s new girlfriend, who is living with him and has met their children, is supportive and sober. McDermott has previously opened up about his substance abuse issues being a factor in the breakdown of their marriage, citing alcohol and prescription medication abuse as leading to isolation and brokenness in their relationship. Tori, on the other hand, has moved on with advertising CEO Ryan Cramer. She reportedly met him through work and is excited about their new relationship, despite comparisons to McDermott in terms of appearance.
The couple’s public separation and subsequent legal proceedings have brought to light the complexities and challenges of their relationship. McDermott’s struggles with substance abuse and Tori’s journey to finding happiness outside of the marriage have been a focal point of their separation. As they continue to co-parent their children and navigate their new relationships, they have found a way to support each other and maintain a level of civility. Despite the ups and downs of their 17-year marriage, both Dean McDermott and Tori Spelling are focused on moving forward and finding happiness in their respective lives.
