Shannen Doherty, the queen of the ‘90s TV screen, died on Saturday, 13 July 2024. She was 53.
Shannen Doherty dies: What’s the cause of death?
Doherty, best known for her unforgettable roles in Beverly Hills, 90210 and Charmed, succumbed to breast cancer, per her longtime publicist, Leslie Sloane.
This courageous star first faced the dreaded diagnosis back in 2015.
After a brief remission, the cancer returned with a vengeance in 2020, progressing to stage 4.
Despite the grim prognosis, Shannen kept fighting and living her life to the fullest. Just last month, she shared that the cancer had spread to her brain.
Shannen Doherty biography
Born on 12 April 1971, in Memphis, Tennessee, Shannen Maria Doherty was destined for stardom.
She kicked off her acting career young, landing roles on TV shows like Little House on the Prairie and Our House.
But it was her role as Brenda Walsh on Beverly Hills, 90210 that catapulted her to fame.
She became a household name overnight, embodying the quintessential ’90s teen.
Shannen didn’t stop there. She went on to charm audiences as Prue Halliwell on Charmed, bringing witchy vibes and sisterly love to life.
Her career was dotted with memorable roles in films like Heathers and Mallrats, and she even tried her hand at reality TV with shows like Breaking Up with Shannen Doherty.
Off-screen, Shannen’s life was just as eventful.
She had her fair share of personal ups and downs, including a brief engagement to Dean Jay Factor and marriages to Ashley Hamilton and Rick Salomon.
Her third marriage to photographer Kurt Iswarienko lasted until they filed for divorce in 2023. Through it all, Shannen remained a fiercely private and resilient spirit.
Reactions to Doherty’s death
The news of Shannen’s passing has hit Hollywood hard. Tributes are pouring in from all corners, with co-stars, friends, and fans sharing their heartbreak.
Here are some of the reactions we picked:
