Tori Spelling Speaks Out After Serious Car Crash with 7 Children

The actress details the terrifying incident that sent her and the kids to the hospital.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 4:54am

An abstract close-up image of shattered glass and twisted metal, conveying the chaos and devastation of a car crash through dramatic lighting and texture.The aftermath of a serious car accident involving Tori Spelling and several children exposes the fragility of life on the road.Temecula Today

Tori Spelling has broken her silence after being involved in a serious car accident in Temecula, California earlier this week. Spelling was driving four of her own children and three of their friends when their vehicle was hit by another driver who was allegedly speeding and ran a red light. All seven children were transported to the hospital, where they were treated for injuries including cuts, contusions, and concussions.

Why it matters

The high-profile car crash involving Spelling and several children has raised concerns about road safety and the dangers of distracted or reckless driving, especially in areas with a lot of young passengers. The incident also highlights the importance of proper child safety restraints and the need for increased awareness and enforcement around traffic laws.

The details

According to police, the accident occurred on Thursday evening in Temecula, California. Spelling was driving four of her own children and three of their friends when their vehicle was struck by another driver who was allegedly speeding and ran a red light. All seven children were transported to the hospital in three separate ambulances, where they were treated for various injuries.

  • The accident occurred on Thursday, April 3, 2026 around 5:45 pm.
  • Spelling posted an Instagram video about the incident on Tuesday, April 8, 2026.

The players

Tori Spelling

A 52-year-old actress known for her role on the TV series 'Beverly Hills, 90210' who was involved in the car crash with her children.

Riverside County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that responded to the car accident and provided details about the incident.

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What they’re saying

“I just wanted to reach out to everyone. This took me a bit to post, because as most of you know, four of my kids and I and three of their friends were in a car accident a few days before Easter in Temecula [California].”

— Tori Spelling, Actress

“We're okay, but it's been really overwhelming. We are so grateful and so lucky because it could have been so much worse.”

— Tori Spelling, Actress

“The driver that hit us was speeding. was going crazy crazy fast. We believe he went through a light. And I'm just really grateful that in a split second, guardian angels were with us that day.”

— Tori Spelling, Actress

What’s next

The Riverside County Sheriff's Office is continuing to investigate the cause of the accident and any potential charges against the other driver.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of safe driving, especially when transporting children. It highlights the need for increased awareness and enforcement around traffic laws to prevent such accidents and protect vulnerable road users.