Tori Spelling expressed relief when her husband Dean McDermott announced their split on Instagram, despite his emotional state and drinking issues at the time. Spelling, who had been struggling to initiate the separation herself, felt a sense of freedom after McDermott's post, which he later deleted and apologized for. She filed for divorce on March 29, 2023, citing irreconcilable differences and requested sole physical custody of their five children. Spelling also mentioned that she had already grieved the relationship during its final stages and is now focused on her children. She remains unfazed by McDermott's new relationship and appreciates his new partner's positive presence around her kids.