Court documents have revealed the stark financial reality facing Tori Spelling as her divorce from Dean McDermott becomes increasingly contentious. The former Beverly Hills, 90210 star reportedly survives on a mere £4,400 per month while navigating one of Hollywood's most public marital breakdowns.
Financial Breakdown Exposes Celebrity Money Struggles
According to legal filings obtained by DailyMail.com, Spelling's monthly expenses dramatically outweigh her income. The documents show she spends approximately £15,700 monthly while earning less than a third of that amount. This startling discrepancy highlights the severe financial pressure the actress faces amid ongoing legal proceedings.
Mounting Debts and Legal Battles
The financial declaration reveals Spelling owes substantial debts, including £65,000 to American Express and nearly £160,000 to various credit card companies. These financial obligations paint a troubling picture of the celebrity's current economic situation as she fights for primary physical custody of her five children with McDermott.
Contentious Divorce Proceedings Continue
The couple's separation has become increasingly bitter since McDermott initially filed for divorce in June, though he later attempted to withdraw the petition. Spelling subsequently filed her own dissolution request, seeking spousal support and confirming their date of separation as June 17, 2023.
Key aspects of the divorce battle include:
- Spelling's request for primary physical custody of their five children
- Her petition for spousal support from McDermott
- Ongoing disputes over financial arrangements and asset division
- Legal complexities surrounding McDermott's initial filing and subsequent withdrawal attempt
From Reality TV Romance to Financial Ruin
The couple's relationship, which began during the filming of their TV movie Mind Over Murder in 2005, has played out extensively in the public eye. Their reality series, Tori & Dean: Home Sweet Hollywood, documented their lives together, making their current financial and legal struggles particularly poignant for fans who followed their relationship journey.
As the divorce proceedings continue in Los Angeles Superior Court, the revelations about Spelling's financial situation provide a sobering look at the economic realities facing even well-known television personalities during marital breakdowns.
