Shannen Doherty, known for her roles in 'Beverly Hills 90210' and 'Charmed,' has passed away at the age of 53. Her longtime publicist, Leslie Sloane, confirmed the sad news in a statement to People magazine.
"It is with great sadness that I confirm the passing of actress Shannen Doherty. On Saturday, July 13, she lost her battle with cancer after a courageous fight against the disease."
Last year, Doherty bravely shared that her cancer had spread to her brain. In an emotional video posted on Instagram on June 7, she disclosed details of her ongoing battle with the disease.
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"On January 5th, my CT scan revealed metastases in my brain," she wrote. "On January 12, I underwent my first round of radiation."
Doherty began her career in television at the age of 11 with guest appearances on shows like 'Voyagers!' and 'Father Murphy,' both created by Michael Landon. She later worked with Landon again on 'Little House on the Prairie,' where she portrayed Jenny Wilder.
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In the late 1980s, Doherty transitioned to film, notably starring in the cult classic 'Heathers' in 1988. She returned to television in 1990, gaining widespread recognition as Brenda Walsh on 'Beverly Hills 90210.' Following this success, she starred in several made-for-TV movies before landing her iconic role as Prue Halliwell on 'Charmed.'
Despite her health challenges, Doherty remained active in the industry, appearing in various projects including a reboot of 'Beverly Hills 90210,' a Lifetime movie, and making a poignant appearance at 90s Con in March 2023.
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In February 2015, she publicly disclosed her breast cancer diagnosis and later revealed that she had gone into remission. However, in 2020, she shared that the cancer had returned and progressed to stage 4.
"I don't think I've fully processed it. It's a bitter pill to swallow," she shared with ABC News' Amy Robach.
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Throughout her journey, Doherty inspired countless fans with her resilience and courage. Her contributions to television and film have left an indelible mark on the industry. She will be deeply missed. Rest in peace, Shannen.
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