Tori Spelling, 51, Attends the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, Sparking a Buzz With Her Look – Photos

Tori Spelling went for a daring look at a recent music awards event, one which resembled a traditional German style. However, some netizens were not impressed with her look, with some judging one particular detail.

On March 17, 2025, Tori Spelling attended the iHeartRadio Music Awards. The event took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California, where the actress wore an eye-catching outfit that quickly became a hot topic on social media.

A publication provided an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Spelling's time at the event. In a carousel posted on the publication's Instagram, the star was captured walking up the stairs at the Dolby Theatre, showing the white lacey back of the dress.

She was also spotted outside the venue, getting her makeup done, posing on the red carpet, sitting in a car, and seated in the audience. Additionally, the actress had the opportunity to take a photo with legendary musician Billy Idol.

Speaking about the experience, in a quote to the publication, Spelling said, "I got to capture a moment on the red carpet with Billy Idol. Such a music legend!"

For the event, she wore a blue and white ensemble, featuring a crop top that peeked out from beneath her floor-length skirt, held up by suspenders. The embezzled dress appeared to be made of blue tulle, giving it a voluminous look, with a lining underneath.

She completed her outfit with black Converse sneakers, while her hair was styled into two long braided ponytails adorned with blue butterflies.

After seeing Spelling's look, netizens shared their negative opinions online. One person commented, "...Tori looks like a school girl that didn't know how to dress appropriate wanting attention. [sic]" Another critic remarked, "The fake braids look ridiculous."

Also unimpressed, someone stated, "Tori's outfit was out of place at the awards. I think that style was way too young of a look for her. She should have worn GROWN UP CLOTHING. Maybe a beautiful dress, or gown. Her stylist did a horrible job."

Critiquing the 51-year-old's hairstyle, one person noted, "Tori might have pulled off the look if she didn't look so fake overall with the super long hair extensions." Meanwhile, reacting to a post comparing Spelling's colorful outfit to Mariah Carey's dark ensemble, another person wrote, "Def Mariah... Tori looks like she [sic] wearing a bath mat."

Someone else focused on a different aspect of the comparison, stating, "Too much face adjustment on Tori," while another critic remarked, "Tori looks hideous with all that plastic in her face."

One person chose Carey, commenting, "Mariah!! Tori doesn't look like herself." Expressing dissatisfaction with the actress's appearance, another netizen exclaimed, "Come on Tori [sic] get some class!"

Unfortunately, this isn't the first time her look at an iHeartRadio event has been discussed. On December 6, 2024, the Hollywood star and her daughters, 16-year-old Stella and 13-year-old Hattie McDermott, dressed to the nines for the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball.

The event took place at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, where the trio showcased their unique styles for the festive occasion. Stella opted for a long-sleeved, off-the-shoulder pink top featuring cross patterns and other emblems.

The teenager paired her outfit with leather and lace shorts, a black-and-white belt, gray leg warmers, and black Adidas sneakers. She complemented her look with bold makeup, including a distinct cat-eye effect, while keeping her hair loose.

Hattie wore a long-sleeved, knee-length black dress with matching sneakers. She accessorized with a necklace and, like her sister, left her hair to fall loosely over her shoulders and down her back.

Their famous mother chose an outfit featuring a black open-back top shaped like a bow and silver pants. She enhanced her look with sparkly suspenders attached to her pants and wrapped around her neck.

Her ensemble included closed-toe shoes. She styled her hair into a high ponytail, secured with multiple hairbands and elegant black ribbon bows. One of the bows sat prominently at the top of her head.

After a Facebook post highlighted the trio's attendance at the event, netizens quickly shared their opinions. Most focused on Tori's outfit, voicing their concerns about her fashion choices.

One person wrote, "She needs to dress herself in age appropriate clothing!!! Same with the hair ….Wonder what her daughters think …..?!?!? [sic]." Echoing a similar sentiment, another commented, "She's way to old be dressing like that. [sic]"

Some also scrutinized the actress's physical features, with one person asking, "What's wrong with her skin[?]" while another speculated, "Spray tan?" Questioning her appearance further, a netizen pondered, "How much of her is real and [sic] how much is synthetic?"

Observing a specific detail, someone stated, "Them [sic] elbows tell the truth," while another remarked, "All that plastic and look at them dirty elbows 😆." Involving the star's daughters, a commenter added, "as [sic] far back as I can remember she has been obsessed with her body and modifications. Not a good role model for her daughters."

After seeing the actress's look on Instagram, one netizen opined, "Wish she would be more sophisticated, she's 51….a cleaner classy look would be so much better. [sic]" Another questioned, "What is with the hair? She needs a good stylist who would dress her age appropriately."

Focusing on a specific clothing item, one person noted, "I couldn't wear that top if my chest area looked like that. I would be too embarrassed," while another stated, "She always knew how to dress down."

Others discussed the resemblance between Tori Spelling, her daughters, and their father, Dean McDermott. "One looks just like momma, the other like dad! So sweet!" gushed a fan.

Someone else observed, "Wow, the one on the left clearly has her fathers looks and the one on the left definitely looks like her mom. [sic]" Another person agreed, "Daughter on the left is Dean's twin, and the daughter on the right looks more like Tori."

Despite the mixed reactions, the actress’s bold fashion choices continue to spark conversation, showing that she embraces her individuality and isn't afraid to stand out.