Candy Spelling Says He Provides Unwavering Support To Daughter Tori Amid Divorce
daughter Tori Spelling, 50, as she navigates the tumultuous waters of divorce from her husband of 18 years, Dean McDermott. This revelation came to light during the MOCA Gala 2024, held at the Geffen Contemporary at MOCA in Los Angeles on Saturday, April 13.
Expressing her unwavering dedication to her daughter, Candy disclosed exclusively to PEOPLE the pivotal role she plays in Tori’s life during this challenging period. “Well, she really needed [support],” the author and producer shared, emphasizing the significance of her presence and assistance for Tori during these trying times.
Despite the trials and tribulations that often accompany familial relationships, Candy and Tori have found solace in their bond, which has endured its fair share of ups and downs. The news of Tori’s separation from Dean, 57, in June 2023, was met with an outpouring of support from Candy, marking a poignant shift in their dynamic.
The pair’s reconciliation was further solidified by a source close to the family, who revealed to PEOPLE the newfound harmony between Candy and Tori following the announcement of the split. In July 2023, Candy extended her unwavering support to Tori, assuring her and her children’s financial stability in the wake of the divorce. With a heart full of love, Candy also deepened her connection with her grandchildren — 7-year-old Beau Dean, 11-year-old Finn Davey, 12-year-old Hattie Margaret, 15-year-old Stella Doreen and 17-year-old Liam Aaron.
“She has given Tori assurances that her and her kids would absolutely be taken care of and there should be no financial insecurity moving forward,” the insider said.
Their journey to reconciliation was punctuated by heartfelt gestures, such as Tori’s touching Instagram tribute to her mother on Candy’s birthday in September 2023. In her heartfelt message, Tori reminisced about cherished moments shared with her mother, saying, “I love you. Grateful to be your daughter. Some of my happiest memories involve laughing so hard with you that we were happy crying uncontrollably and you doing your LOL wheeze… 😂.”
“And, I am such a resilient and strong human and I owe so much of that to you. Strong 💪 women run in our family. I’m passing it on. Loved and still love watching horror films in bed with you,” she added.
