Tori Spelling Speaks Out After Car Crash Hospitalizes 7 Kids

The actress says 'guardian angels' were with them as she recounts the terrifying incident.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 6:55am

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An extreme close-up photograph of shattered glass and twisted metal, capturing the aftermath of a high-speed collision in dramatic, high-contrast lighting.The twisted wreckage of a high-speed collision serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers of reckless driving and the importance of road safety.Temecula Today

Tori Spelling has broken her silence after a car accident in Temecula, California that sent her and seven children to the hospital. In a social media video, Spelling described the driver who hit her car as 'speeding, going crazy, crazy fast' and said she did her best to protect the kids in her vehicle. The Beverly Hills, 90210 star expressed gratitude to first responders and everyone who has reached out with support.

Why it matters

The high-profile car accident involving Spelling and several children has raised concerns about road safety and the dangers of reckless driving, especially in areas with a lot of family traffic. Spelling's openness about the traumatic incident also sheds light on the challenges celebrity parents face in protecting their kids from harm.

The details

According to police, the collision occurred on April 2, 2026 in Temecula, California. Spelling said the other driver 'went through a light' before slamming into the side of her car. Spelling turned the car sharply to try to minimize the impact on the children. Four of Spelling's kids and three of their friends were transported to the hospital by ambulance, though all were reported to be in stable condition. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and no arrests were made at the scene.

  • The accident happened on April 2, 2026 at 5:44 p.m.
  • Spelling posted about the incident on social media on April 7, 2026.

The players

Tori Spelling

A 52-year-old actress best known for her role on the TV series Beverly Hills, 90210. She was involved in the car accident and is the mother of four of the children who were in the vehicle.

Riverside Sheriff's Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the car accident scene and is investigating the cause of the collision.

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What they’re saying

“Guardian angels were definitely with us that day because in a split second I looked and saw he was going to full on impact into the side of our car. And I turned hard left as hard as I could, as fast as I could, to avoid as much impact on the children as possible. He spun us out.”

— Tori Spelling, Actress

“On April 2, 2026, at 5:44 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the 28000 block of Rancho California Road regarding a vehicle collision. Upon arrival, deputies located two vehicles with collision damage. All occupants were medically evaluated at the scene.”

— Riverside Sheriff's Department

What’s next

The Riverside Sheriff's Department is continuing to investigate the cause of the collision, and it remains unclear if any charges will be filed against the other driver.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of safe driving, especially in areas with high family traffic. Spelling's willingness to share her experience also shows the challenges celebrity parents face in protecting their children from harm, and the need for greater awareness around reckless driving and its consequences.