Candy Spelling: A Life of Love, Loss, and Broadway Triumphs

Candy Spelling, the mother of actress Tori Spelling, has made a splash at the age of 80. She recently graced the cover of Westlake Malibu Lifestyle Magazine, sparking conversations about her youthful appearance. Fans on Instagram compared her to other celebrities, noting her striking resemblance to Trisha Paytas, Gizelle Bryant, and Khloé Kardashian. In her interview, Candy shared her heartwarming love story with her late husband, Aaron Spelling. They met in her early 20s, and it was love at first sight. Aaron, a successful TV producer, knew she was the one from the moment they danced together. They married in 1968, and Candy described him as not only a hardworking television writer but also a kind and generous man.The couple had two children, Tori and Randy, who both appeared in their father's shows. Candy spoke about overcoming emotional obstacles with Aaron's support, providing a stable home life for her family while Aaron pursued his career in Hollywood. Aaron passed away in 2006, leaving Candy to navigate life on her own. She described the loss as profound, having to learn to function without the man who had defined her and their family for 38 years. However, Candy found her way and thrived in her next chapter. She starred in and executive produced "Selling Spelling Manor" in 2012, breaking ratings records for HGTV. Candy then ventured into Broadway, co-producing several shows that earned Tony nominations and wins. She expressed pride in her Tony Awards, which sit alongside her late husband's Emmys, creating a unique blend of their legacies.