RIP Shannen Doherty
“It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of actress Shannen Doherty,” stated Leslie Sloane, the actress’s publicist, exclusively to People. “On Saturday, July 13, she lost her battle with cancer after many years of fighting the disease.”
Shannen Doherty was an American actress born on April 12, 1971, in Memphis, Tennessee. She is best known for her roles in popular ’90s television series.
Considered a ’90s icon, thanks to her roles in TV series that defined an entire generation, her image and style influenced the fashion and pop culture of that decade.
Shannen portrayed Brenda Walsh, one of the main characters in the series. This role made her internationally famous and helped define her career.
From 1998 to 2001, she played Prue Halliwell, one of the three leading sisters in the series Charmed. This role also had a significant impact on her popularity.
Shannen began her career at a young age, with appearances in series like “Little House on the Prairie” and “Our House.” She also appeared in various films and TV shows, including the cult film “Heathers” in 1988.
Shannen Doherty had a career marked by highs and lows, both professional and personal. She was at the center of various scandals and controversies during her time on “Beverly Hills, 90210” and “Charmed,” which led to her early departure from both series.
In 2015, Shannen revealed she had been diagnosed with breast cancer. She publicly faced her battle against the disease, sharing updates on social media and raising awareness about cancer prevention and treatment.
In 2020, she announced that the cancer had returned and was in an advanced stage.
She fought until the end like a lioness.
Now, she rests in peace.
With her, a piece of many people’s adolescence is gone forever.
RIP Shannen Doherty, may the earth rest lightly upon you.
