Tori Spelling and 7 Children Hospitalized After Car Crash

Actress and her kids suffered minor injuries in two-vehicle collision in Temecula, California.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 4:37pm

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An abstract, high-contrast close-up photograph of shattered glass and crumpled metal from a car crash, conveying the chaos and damage of the incident.The aftermath of a high-profile car accident involving a celebrity and her children serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers of reckless driving.Temecula Today

Actress Tori Spelling and seven children were hospitalized following a two-vehicle car crash in Temecula, California on Thursday evening, April 2. According to authorities, another driver allegedly ran a red light while speeding and struck Spelling's SUV, resulting in minor injuries to Spelling and the children, including cuts, bruises, contusions, and concussions. All have since been released from the hospital.

Why it matters

Tori Spelling is a well-known actress best known for her role on the popular 1990s TV series "Beverly Hills, 90210." This incident highlights the dangers of distracted and reckless driving, which can put innocent lives at risk, even celebrities and their families.

The details

The crash occurred at 5:45 p.m. on Thursday, April 2 in Temecula, California, about 85 miles southeast of Los Angeles. Spelling was driving an SUV with four of her own children and three of their young friends when another driver allegedly ran a red light while speeding and struck Spelling's vehicle. Spelling and the seven children were transported to a local hospital in three separate ambulances and treated for minor injuries.

  • The crash occurred at 5:45 p.m. on Thursday, April 2.
  • As of Sunday, April 5, all those involved have been released from the hospital.

The players

Tori Spelling

A 52-year-old actress best known for her role on the TV series "Beverly Hills, 90210." She was driving the SUV involved in the crash.

Riverside County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the crash.

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What they’re saying

“No arrests were made at the scene, and the cause of the crash remains under investigation.”

— Riverside County Sheriff's Office

What’s next

The Riverside County Sheriff's Office is continuing to investigate the cause of the crash.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of safe and attentive driving, especially when transporting children. It also highlights the potential risks that even high-profile celebrities and their families can face on the roads.