- Aaron Spelling was an famous film and television producer.
- On September 15, 1978, Aaron Spelling was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame.
- In 2001, Aaron Spelling was diagnosed with oral cancer and on June 18, 2006, he suffered a severe stroke at The Manor, his estate in Holmby Hills, Los Angeles, California.
- Aaron Spelling died at his estate on June 23, 2006 from complications of the stroke, at the age of 83.