Beloved actress Shannen Doherty has sadly passed away at just 53 years old. Known for her iconic roles in films like Heathers and TV series such as Beverly Hills, 90210 and Charmed, Doherty fought a brave battle with cancer since 2015.
Born in Memphis, Tennessee on April 12, 1971, Doherty’s career began in the 1980s with appearances in popular shows like Little House on the Prairie and Girls Just Want to Have Fun. She rose to fame in the 1990s with roles in Heathers and Beverly Hills, 90210, solidifying her status as a teen soap queen.
Doherty’s talents shined in the 2000s with memorable performances in Mallrats and Charmed, where she enchanted audiences as one of three sister witches. Despite facing personal health struggles, Doherty continued to captivate audiences with her on-screen presence in reboots of Beverly Hills, 90210.
In 2015, Doherty bravely shared her breast cancer diagnosis with the world. Despite experiencing remission in 2017, the cancer returned in 2020 and eventually spread to her brain in 2023.
The entertainment world mourns the loss of a talented actress and courageous fighter. Shannen Doherty’s legacy will forever live on through her memorable performances and enduring spirit.
