Actor Dean McDermott revealed that he spent Thanksgiving at a quiet living facility, away from his estranged wife, Tori Spelling, and their children.
In a recent candid interview, McDermott spoke about the impact his alcohol-fueled boom had on his family, expressing regret and taking responsibility. Despite the challenges, McDermott emphasized his enduring love for Spelling.
Looking back on their 18-year marriage, she pushed aside doubts and shared her Thanksgiving blessings with newfound calm, acknowledging support from friends and treatment centers.
Dean McDermott Spends Thanksgiving Spelling Out Tori And Their Kids
On Thanksgiving, Dean McDermott shared a video on Instagram explaining that he would be spending the holiday in a quiet residential facility, celebrating his housemates away from Spelling and their children.
Wearing a flannel shirt, the “Slasher” actor shared: “I’m going shopping [the holiday] with my housemates at Freedom House on healthy living. We’re going to have fun.”
She revealed that she had “a lot to be thankful for this year” and expressed gratitude for her children, “new friends in sobriety, her sponsors, and “all the groups I’ve had” and “all the different treatment centers I’ve gotten working. on.”
McDermott wished her 140,000 Instagram followers a Happy Thanksgiving, adding, “I’m truly blessed, and I hope everyone has a wonderful day.”
‘All Tori Does Is Want Me To Be Happy And Healthy’
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While chatting with Daily Mail, McDermott candidly reveals the horrific effects of his alcohol-fueled outburst that left his wife and children in a state of terror.
Reflecting on the damage caused, McDermott acknowledged the impact Spelling had taken, stating, “Everything Tori has done to this day has wanted me to be happy and healthy and I’ve caused a lot of damage and pain to that woman.”
He added: “I take responsibility for that today. And it was the biggest change I had to make.”
The 57-year-old, who revealed that he struggled with a mixture of alcoholism and a tumultuous prescription drug addiction, also opened up about how the pressures of fame, financial problems and personal demons led to the unraveling of his marriage to Spelling.
The “Housesitter” actress added that at their lowest point, she and Spelling found themselves more like distant “roommates,” haunted by financial pressures and relentless paparazzi intrusions.
Dean McDermott On How Alcohol Affected His Marriage To Tori Spelling
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Reflecting on his downward spiral, McDermott admits: “Alcohol makes me feel pretty good. I started out feeling pretty good until it got to the point where it didn’t – it ended up in isolation.”
He continued: “It ended with me drinking a fifth of tequila every night, seven days a week, and a handful of narcos. [prescription meds] alone with a beautiful family in another room.
“That’s what led to and that’s what led to the rift and what happened between me and Tori. I can’t do it anymore. I can’t live that life anymore. I’m tired of the anger and the shouting,” he added.
McDermott also opened up about his 40-day rehab stint during the conversation. He expressed his newfound satisfaction after recovery and shared that he is looking forward to reuniting with his children and hopes that his progress will be a source of pride for Ejaan and the children.
He revealed that he hasn’t seen his family since June, when he moved them out of their rented house because of a fungus problem. However, despite the physical distance, recent attempts at communication via text reveal rays of reconnection.
Dean McDermott Says Tori Spelling’s Marriage ‘Is a Fairy Tale’
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Despite starting a new chapter with Texan Lily Calo, 32, McDermott stressed that his love for Spelling remains unwavering, with no regrets about their life together.
She said: “It’s a fairy tale. I mean, it’s a beautiful love story. Love at first sight and getting married in the most beautiful way.”
Describing their journey, he described it as “a dream come true.” He continued: “And then we had to go back to Hollywood and deal with all the people who were useless to us.”
He added: “After we got married, they all said ‘give it six months.’ Well, so much for six months – we show you because it’s already 18 years and five children.”
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