Tori Spelling (left) and Dean McDermott.Photo:Rodin Eckenroth/FilmMagic; Andrew J Cunningham/Getty ImagesDean McDermottis taking full accountability for the end of his18-year marriagetoTori Spellingas he opens up about how his struggles with substance abuse slowly chipped away at their relationship.McDermottannounced his and Spelling’s splitin a June Instagram post — a decision he made while under the influence, he told theDaily Mailin a new interview. In fact, the post prompted Spelling to encourage her now-ex, who is currently sober, to seek treatment.“All Tori’s ever done to this day is want me to be happy and healthy and I inflicted a lot of damage and pain on that woman,” McDermott acknowledged.Stefanie Keenan/GettyMcDermott and theBeverly Hills, 90210alum married on May 7, 2006, and renewed their vows on May 8, 2010. They share five children — daughtersStella Doreen, 15, Hattie Margaret, 12, and sonsLiam Aaron, 16,Finn Davey, 11, andBeau Dean, 6.In the nearly two decades since their wedding, McDermott said he fell deeper into alcohol and prescription drug abuse andpublicly cheatedon his spouse, despite the beginning of their romance being “a total fairytale.““I mean, it was a beautiful love story,” McDermott told theDaily Mail. “Love at first sight and getting married in the most beautiful way possible.“McDermott blamed part of the dissolution of their relationship on “Hollywood” and “all the s— people gave us,” also claiming his mother-in-lawCandy Spellingwas never supportive of their marriage.Still, he said he’s “taking accountability” for what ultimately happened in his marriage. “It’s going to be living the rest of my life making amends because I took something that was really beautiful and I just tore it down year after year, day after day,” admitted McDermott.Alberto E. Rodriguez/GettyWhen things came to a head in June, McDermott claimed that he and Spelling were living mainly as “roommates” while he dealt with depression and his increasingly out-of-control substance abuse."‘It made me feel worse because I knew I was a big part of [the problem] and I was at a place where I felt there was nothing I could do about it,” he said.Paul Archuleta/FilmMagicNever miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.McDermott, who attended rehab over the summer, has not seen the couple’schildrensince June and hopes to reunite with them — and Spelling — soon. He only has gushing words for his ex, and even is supportive as she moves on (Spelling was spottedkissing Ryan Cramerin early November).“Tori as a person is a beautiful, kind and loving soul,” McDermott explained, adding to the outlet, “She’s generous to a fault. She puts everybody before herself, even to the detriment of her physical and mental health.“McDermott — who, too, has moved on and isdating Lily Calo— said he’ll always love Spelling: “Life happens. It’s tough having kids. It’s tough living in this town, tough, having financial problems. It’s just really tough. I’m not making excuses. I certainly had my hand in it in the dissolution of the relationship. But yeah, hasn’t been easy. Nothing in life is easy.“This month, Spellingsaid on Instagramthat she is focused on the future in a subtle nod to the split. “I believe inalways looking forwardand keeping your eye on the prize … But, this morning I took a pause for self reflection,” she wrote. “It’s important to look back once in awhile and remind yourself how far you’ve come and what a badass you truly are. #strength #liveinthemoment 🙋🏼♀️"If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, please contact the SAMHSA helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.
Tori Spelling (left) and Dean McDermott.Photo:Rodin Eckenroth/FilmMagic; Andrew J Cunningham/Getty Images
Rodin Eckenroth/FilmMagic; Andrew J Cunningham/Getty Images
Dean McDermottis taking full accountability for the end of his18-year marriagetoTori Spellingas he opens up about how his struggles with substance abuse slowly chipped away at their relationship.McDermottannounced his and Spelling’s splitin a June Instagram post — a decision he made while under the influence, he told theDaily Mailin a new interview. In fact, the post prompted Spelling to encourage her now-ex, who is currently sober, to seek treatment.“All Tori’s ever done to this day is want me to be happy and healthy and I inflicted a lot of damage and pain on that woman,” McDermott acknowledged.Stefanie Keenan/GettyMcDermott and theBeverly Hills, 90210alum married on May 7, 2006, and renewed their vows on May 8, 2010. They share five children — daughtersStella Doreen, 15, Hattie Margaret, 12, and sonsLiam Aaron, 16,Finn Davey, 11, andBeau Dean, 6.In the nearly two decades since their wedding, McDermott said he fell deeper into alcohol and prescription drug abuse andpublicly cheatedon his spouse, despite the beginning of their romance being “a total fairytale.““I mean, it was a beautiful love story,” McDermott told theDaily Mail. “Love at first sight and getting married in the most beautiful way possible.“McDermott blamed part of the dissolution of their relationship on “Hollywood” and “all the s— people gave us,” also claiming his mother-in-lawCandy Spellingwas never supportive of their marriage.Still, he said he’s “taking accountability” for what ultimately happened in his marriage. “It’s going to be living the rest of my life making amends because I took something that was really beautiful and I just tore it down year after year, day after day,” admitted McDermott.Alberto E. Rodriguez/GettyWhen things came to a head in June, McDermott claimed that he and Spelling were living mainly as “roommates” while he dealt with depression and his increasingly out-of-control substance abuse."‘It made me feel worse because I knew I was a big part of [the problem] and I was at a place where I felt there was nothing I could do about it,” he said.Paul Archuleta/FilmMagicNever miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.McDermott, who attended rehab over the summer, has not seen the couple’schildrensince June and hopes to reunite with them — and Spelling — soon. He only has gushing words for his ex, and even is supportive as she moves on (Spelling was spottedkissing Ryan Cramerin early November).“Tori as a person is a beautiful, kind and loving soul,” McDermott explained, adding to the outlet, “She’s generous to a fault. She puts everybody before herself, even to the detriment of her physical and mental health.“McDermott — who, too, has moved on and isdating Lily Calo— said he’ll always love Spelling: “Life happens. It’s tough having kids. It’s tough living in this town, tough, having financial problems. It’s just really tough. I’m not making excuses. I certainly had my hand in it in the dissolution of the relationship. But yeah, hasn’t been easy. Nothing in life is easy.“This month, Spellingsaid on Instagramthat she is focused on the future in a subtle nod to the split. “I believe inalways looking forwardand keeping your eye on the prize … But, this morning I took a pause for self reflection,” she wrote. “It’s important to look back once in awhile and remind yourself how far you’ve come and what a badass you truly are. #strength #liveinthemoment 🙋🏼♀️"If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, please contact the SAMHSA helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.
Dean McDermottis taking full accountability for the end of his18-year marriagetoTori Spellingas he opens up about how his struggles with substance abuse slowly chipped away at their relationship.
McDermottannounced his and Spelling’s splitin a June Instagram post — a decision he made while under the influence, he told theDaily Mailin a new interview. In fact, the post prompted Spelling to encourage her now-ex, who is currently sober, to seek treatment.
“All Tori’s ever done to this day is want me to be happy and healthy and I inflicted a lot of damage and pain on that woman,” McDermott acknowledged.
Stefanie Keenan/Getty
McDermott and theBeverly Hills, 90210alum married on May 7, 2006, and renewed their vows on May 8, 2010. They share five children — daughtersStella Doreen, 15, Hattie Margaret, 12, and sonsLiam Aaron, 16,Finn Davey, 11, andBeau Dean, 6.
In the nearly two decades since their wedding, McDermott said he fell deeper into alcohol and prescription drug abuse andpublicly cheatedon his spouse, despite the beginning of their romance being “a total fairytale.”
“I mean, it was a beautiful love story,” McDermott told theDaily Mail. “Love at first sight and getting married in the most beautiful way possible.”
McDermott blamed part of the dissolution of their relationship on “Hollywood” and “all the s— people gave us,” also claiming his mother-in-lawCandy Spellingwas never supportive of their marriage.
Still, he said he’s “taking accountability” for what ultimately happened in his marriage. “It’s going to be living the rest of my life making amends because I took something that was really beautiful and I just tore it down year after year, day after day,” admitted McDermott.
Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty
When things came to a head in June, McDermott claimed that he and Spelling were living mainly as “roommates” while he dealt with depression and his increasingly out-of-control substance abuse.
“‘It made me feel worse because I knew I was a big part of [the problem] and I was at a place where I felt there was nothing I could do about it,” he said.
Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic
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McDermott, who attended rehab over the summer, has not seen the couple’schildrensince June and hopes to reunite with them — and Spelling — soon. He only has gushing words for his ex, and even is supportive as she moves on (Spelling was spottedkissing Ryan Cramerin early November).
“Tori as a person is a beautiful, kind and loving soul,” McDermott explained, adding to the outlet, “She’s generous to a fault. She puts everybody before herself, even to the detriment of her physical and mental health.”
McDermott — who, too, has moved on and isdating Lily Calo— said he’ll always love Spelling: “Life happens. It’s tough having kids. It’s tough living in this town, tough, having financial problems. It’s just really tough. I’m not making excuses. I certainly had my hand in it in the dissolution of the relationship. But yeah, hasn’t been easy. Nothing in life is easy.”
This month, Spellingsaid on Instagramthat she is focused on the future in a subtle nod to the split. “I believe inalways looking forwardand keeping your eye on the prize … But, this morning I took a pause for self reflection,” she wrote. “It’s important to look back once in awhile and remind yourself how far you’ve come and what a badass you truly are. #strength #liveinthemoment 🙋🏼♀️”
If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, please contact the SAMHSA helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.
source: people.com
