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Tori Spelling

Tori Spelling is an American actress best known for playing Donna Martin on *Beverly Hills, 90210*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Tori Spelling is an American actress best known for playing Donna Martin on *Beverly Hills, 90210*. She is the daughter of television producer Aaron Spelling and actress and author Candy Spelling. She has also worked as a television personality, author, and producer.

Early life and family background

Tori Spelling was born Victoria Davey Spelling in Los Angeles. She is the daughter of television producer Aaron Spelling and Candy Spelling.

Acting career

Spelling became widely known for her role as Donna Martin on *Beverly Hills, 90210*. She has also appeared in film, television movies, and reality television projects.

Personal life

Spelling has been married twice, first to Charlie Shanian and later to Dean McDermott. The search results indicate that she and McDermott separated in 2023 and later divorced.

Public image and later career

Beyond acting, Spelling has worked as an author and television personality. She has remained a public figure through media appearances, writing, and reality television.

Key facts

  • Tori Spelling is best known for playing Donna Martin on *Beverly Hills, 90210*.
  • She is the daughter of television producer Aaron Spelling and Candy Spelling.
  • She has been married twice and has five children.
  • She separated from Dean McDermott in 2023 and later divorced.
  • She has also worked as an author and television personality.
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Canadian context

Spelling is best known in Canada through the long-running popularity of *Beverly Hills, 90210* and later reality television coverage, both of which had wide Canadian viewership.

Frequently asked questions

How old is Tori Spelling?
She was born on May 16, 1973, which makes her 53 years old as of 2026.
Who is Tori Spelling married to?
The search results indicate that she was married to Dean McDermott, but they separated in 2023 and later divorced.
What is Tori Spelling's net worth?
A reliable net worth figure is not provided in the search results, so it is not included here.
How many kids does Tori Spelling have?
She has five children.
What happened to Tori Spelling?
She remained active in entertainment, but recent public reporting in the search results focuses on her separation from Dean McDermott and later divorce.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tori_Spelling
    Supports: Birth date, career overview, spouses, separation, and partnership information
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001760/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, children, and spouse information
  3. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/tori-spelling/
    Supports: Birth date, age, birthplace, and spouse listing
  4. Famous Birthdays — https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/tori-spelling.html
    Supports: Age, birth date, spouse, children, and divorce note
  5. Daily Mail — https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/tori-spelling/index.html
    Supports: Career overview and statement that she has had five children with Dean McDermott