On June 17, Spelling and McDermott reportedly separated after 17 years of marriage, per People, with the latter announcing the news in a since-deleted Instagram post. "It's with great sadness and a very very heavy heart that after 18 years together and 5 amazing children, that @torispelling and I have decided to go our separate ways, and start a new journey of our own," McDermott wrote in a caption. "We will continue to work together as loving parents and guide and love our children through this difficult time. We ask that you all respect our privacy as we take this time to surround our family with love and work our way through this. Thank you all for your support and kindness."
The former couple got married on May 7, 2006, and later renewed their vows on May 8, 2010. Together, they share five children: daughters Stella and Hattie and sons Liam, Finn, and Beau.
