Summary:
- Actress Shannen Doherty passed away at 53 after a battle with cancer.
- She was known for roles in “Beverly Hills, 90210” and “Charmed.”
- Diagnosed in 2015, she continued working and advocating throughout her fight.
Shannen Doherty, actress best known for her roles in “Beverly Hills, 90210” and “Charmed,” passed away on July 13, 2024, at the age of 53. Her publicist, Leslie Sloane, confirmed the news, stating that Doherty lost her battle with cancer after a courageous fight spanning many years.
Doherty was surrounded by loved ones, including her dog Bowie, at the time of her passing. The family has requested privacy as they grieve.
Doherty’s career began at a young age, with her television debut at 10. She went on to star in several notable projects, including “Little House on the Prairie,” “Our House,” and the 1988 film “Heathers.”
However, it was her role as Brenda Walsh on “Beverly Hills, 90210” that catapulted her to international fame. Doherty left the show after four seasons but returned to television in 1998 for another iconic role: Prue Halliwell in “Charmed.
Doherty’s life took a challenging turn in 2015 when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. She went into remission two years later, but the cancer returned in 2020 and spread to stage 4. Doherty continued to work and documented her experiences with the disease on her podcast, “Let’s Be Clear with Shannen Doherty.”
