Tori Spelling Grateful After Car Crash with Kids: 'Guardian Angels Were with Us'

Spelling says the accident 'could have been so much worse' as she thanks first responders for their care.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 2:51am

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An extreme close-up photograph of shattered glass and crumpled metal in high-contrast studio lighting, conceptually representing the aftermath of a serious car accident.The aftermath of a high-speed collision leaves a trail of broken luxury materials, a sobering reminder of the fragility of life on the road.Temecula Today

Tori Spelling broke her silence about a car accident involving her and four of her children, as well as three of their friends, in Temecula, California on April 2. In an Instagram video on April 7, Spelling expressed gratitude for the first responders and 'guardian angels' who protected her family, saying the crash 'could have been so much worse'.

Why it matters

The car accident involving Tori Spelling and her children highlights the risks families face on the road and the importance of safety precautions. Spelling's public statement also sheds light on the trauma and aftermath of such incidents, as well as the critical role of first responders in providing care.

The details

According to Spelling, the crash occurred after another driver who was 'speeding, going crazy, crazy fast' ran a red light and collided with their vehicle. Spelling said she tried to swerve to avoid the impact as much as possible to protect the children. The group of eight, including Spelling and four of her five kids, were transported to the hospital with minor injuries like cuts, bruises, and concussions.

  • The car accident occurred on Thursday, April 2, 2026 around 5:45 pm in Temecula, California.
  • Spelling issued a video statement about the incident on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

The players

Tori Spelling

A 52-year-old actress known for her role on the TV series Beverly Hills, 90210, and a mother of five children.

Dean McDermott

Tori Spelling's ex-husband and the father of her five children.

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What they’re saying

“We are so grateful and so lucky, because it could have been so much worse. I'm just really grateful that in a split second, guardian angels were definitely with us that day.”

— Tori Spelling, Actress

“I'm grateful to everyone who has reached out and repeatedly checked on us and offered to do whatever we needed to get us through this and all the blessings everyone has sent.”

— Tori Spelling, Actress

What’s next

Spelling said she is 'still putting [her] thoughts together about everything that happened,' but she is grateful for the support her family has received.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers on the road and the importance of safety, as well as the resilience and gratitude families can demonstrate in the face of unexpected trauma.