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Actress Tori Spelling and several children were taken to hospital after a two-vehicle crash in Southern California, media and law-enforcement sources say. The collision, reported to have occurred April 2 in Temecula, has prompted renewed attention to the risks of red-light and high-speed driving — especially when young passengers are involved.
According to accounts first published April 4 by TMZ and confirmed to NBC News by a Spelling representative, the 52-year-old actress was behind the wheel when another driver allegedly ran a red light and struck her car. Spelling was transporting seven children at the time: four of her own youngsters and three friends. Police and spokespeople say those aboard were taken to hospital; details about the severity of injuries have not been released.
Who was in the car
Hospitalized: Tori Spelling and her kids after car crash
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The actress is the mother of five children with her estranged husband, actor Dean McDermott. Their children are listed as:
- Liam, 19
- Stella, 17
- Hattie, 14
- Finn, 13
- Beau, 9
Reports indicate Liam and Stella live with Spelling. The couple separated in 2023 and Spelling filed for divorce in March 2024. In recent interviews she has discussed co-parenting arrangements and her focus on work, including hosting the podcasts misSPELLING and 9021OMG.
What is known — and what officials are still checking
- Known: The crash occurred on April 2 in Temecula, more than 80 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles; two vehicles were involved; multiple passengers were taken to hospital.
- Reported: Media outlets cite a spokesperson saying another driver ran a red light and was speeding prior to impact.
- Unclear: Precise medical conditions of those hospitalized, whether seat belts or child restraints were in use, and whether charges will be filed remain under investigation.
- Ongoing: Local law enforcement and traffic investigators are reviewing the scene and any available video or witness statements.
Traffic collisions that involve red-light violations are a frequent source of serious injuries. For families and caregivers, the immediate takeaway is practical: ensure children are properly secured in age-appropriate restraints, minimize overloaded passenger loads when possible, and avoid distractions while driving.
Why this matters now
High-profile crashes draw attention because they underscore everyday risks on public roads. When a vehicle carrying multiple children is struck, consequences can be severe not only for victims but for bystanders and first responders. The case also highlights broader public-safety concerns around traffic enforcement and intersection design.
Journalists and investigators will watch for updates on whether authorities issue citations or criminal charges, and for medical updates about those taken to hospital. Family statements and law-enforcement findings will likely shape the next reporting cycle.
We will update this story as more official information becomes available from police reports or the family’s representatives.
