Tori Spelling Calls Out the "Haters" While Celebrating Son Finn's Graduation

While Donna Martin nearly didn't graduate, Finn McDermott had no trouble marking a major milestone.

As Tori Spelling and ex Dean McDermott's 11-year-old son celebrated his elementary school graduation, the Beverly Hills, 90210 star shared a heartfelt tribute to her new middle-schooler.

"And, just like that I have a 5th grade graduate…" she wrote on Instagram June 11. "Finn Davey I'm so proud of you! Bye elementary school and hello middle school. I love you chat!"

Tori shared a photo of her and Finn posing in front of 2024 balloons with the graduate looking casual in shorts and a baseball tee. But as the misSPELLING podcast host is well aware of the negativity that can happen online, she was quick to let followers know why Finn wasn't more dressed up for the occasion.

"Disclaimer to the haters," Tori added. "Dress code was shorts FYI bc they had student/teacher kickball aka sports day right b4."

The 51-year-old—who also shares children Liam, 17, Stella, 15, Hattie, 12, and Beau, 7 with Dean—has never been afraid of getting candid about every part of her life, including how she and the family are doing since filing for divorce from the former Chopped Canada host in March after nearly 18 years of marriage.

"The kids are doing well and Dean is doing well," Tori told E! News in April. "We're all hanging in."

She added, "We'll always be a family. Whether there's a title on it or not so, it's just time to move forward."

In fact, Tori and Dean have continued to show their support for one another, with Tori recently liking Dean's post going Instagram official with girlfriend Lily Calo. And as Dean explained in the comments, of course the So Notorious alum was going to be excited for him.

"She is a highly evolved and compassionate loving person, which is a lot more then [sic] I can say for the trolls commenting on this post," the 57-year-old replied to those being negative in his comments. "Tori has a boyfriend. People get divorced and are better apart them [sic] together. That's life. I'll pray for happiness for all the haters."

As for son Finn, he's not the only one celebrating this year. Keep reading for more stars whose family members are graduating in 2024.

Heidi Klum and ex Seal's eldest son graduated from a Los Angeles prep school in June 2024.

"CONGRATULATIONS HENRY," the proud mom wrote on Instagram. "We are all sooo proud of you. You did it my beautiful boy. College here we come. SHINE BRIGHT."

Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott's 11-year-old son Finn graduated from elementary school in June 2024. 

"And, just like that I have a 5th grade graduate…," Tori shared on Instagram. "Finn Davey I’m so proud of you! Bye elementary school and hello middle school. I love you chat! Disclaimer to the haters : Dress code was shorts FYI bc they had student/teacher kickball aka sports day right b4."

Emma Heming Willis and Bruce Willis' 12-year-old daugther Mabel graduated from elementary school in June 2024. 

Emma shared a photo of Tallulah Willis, Scout Willis and Demi Moore sporting Mabel masks on Instagram, writing, "Middle school! Here she comes!"

Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor’s daughter graduated with a BFA in acting from The Juilliard School in New York City.

“I couldn’t be happier to be done or prouder to have survived or more grateful to my family for the unwavering support that got me there and through," the 22-year-old wrote on Instagram May 25. "I have a degree in playing pretend!!! Yay!!!”

Teen Mom alum Kailyn Lowry and ex Jo Rivera's 14-year-old son Isaac graduated from middle school.

"so many things to celebrate this week!" Kailyn wrote on Instagram June 7. "& still processing Isaac going to high school later this year."

Nia Long and Massai Z. Dorsey's oldest son received his degree from New York University.

"Oh my baby," the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air actress wrote on Instagram May 20. "I’m so proud of you! Let’s get it!"

Jennifer Gates, the eldest daughter of Bill Gates and ex-wife Melinda French Gates, graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York.

Following her special day, the Microsoft founder shared a touching message to celebrate her achievement. 

"From pre-K to MD," Bill wrote in a May 15 Instagram post. "I'm so proud to officially call you Dr. Gates."

On May 31, the YouTuber—who left high school in 2017 to focus on her mental health and career as a full-time content creator—received her diploma from Notre Dame High School in Belmont, Calif.

Jamie Lynn Spears' youngest daughter Ivey Watson, who she shares with husband Jamie Watson, graduated from kindergarten. The little one proudly held her diploma in front of her older sister Maddie Watson, who Jamie Lynn shares with ex Casey Aldridge.

Kandi Burruss' daughter graduated from New York University with a Bachelor of Music degree.

"My baby did it!" the Real Housewives of Atlanta alum wrote on Instagram May 15. "I'm a proud mama!"

Ludacris' daughter graduated from Spelman College with a degree in Documentary Filmmaking in May 2024, according to Essence. The rapper said he was a "#prouddaddy" over her achievement. 

“I want to make movie and film content that helps shape and change the social and political landscape,” Karma said in a statement to the Ludacris Foundation. “Tell stories that are meaningful and thought provoking. I’ve always been drawn to storytelling due to its ability to heal, inspire, educate, create empathy, and ultimately catalyze positive change in the world.”

Jana Kramer's son Jace—who she shares with ex Mike Caussin—said goodbye to Pre-K and celebrated the milestone at a mini prom.