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Shannen Doherty, the actress who appeared in Beverly Hills 90210, passed away on July 13 at the age of 53. The actress's agent, Leslie Sloane, confirmed the news to a media portal. Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015, but eventually lost her battle and passed away. Notable figures from the Hollywood industry paid tribute to the actress via social media platforms.
The 'Charmed' actress kept her fans updated on her health by posting pictures and videos related to her condition and received a lot of love from the viewers.
Celebrities pay tribute to Shannen Doherty
As news of Doherty's passing spread quickly throughout the entertainment industry, celebrities paid tribute to the actress. In a People magazine article about her passing, Viola Davis wrote, “Oh, so sad. Rest in peace.” Following the Oscar winner, Olivia Munn also shared her own thoughts and offered prayers for Doherty.
Munn shared the experience on her Instagram account, writing, “When I was first diagnosed with breast cancer, I remember her bravely reaching out to the world and sharing her struggle,” adding, “We became instant friends, and honestly, at times it was hard to understand because watching her on 90210 was everything to me when I was 10 years old.”
Film director Don Bluth posted a heartfelt tribute to Dougherty. Bluth, known for films like 'The Road to Heaven' and 'Little Little Panther,' called the actress an incredible woman.
The director wrote on X's account, “Rest in peace, Shannen. You were such an incredible woman. I'm so glad to see you again.”
He added, “My heart is heavy today. The world is in turmoil, but you are safe with angels. I love you.”
Let's Be Clear podcast pays tribute to Shannen Doherty
Shannen Doherty's podcast, Let's Be Clear, posted a tribute to the actress, thanking her for the beautiful memories. Sharing a series of photos of Doherty on Instagram, the account captioned it, “Thank you Shannen for sharing so many beautiful memories on your podcast. What an incredible gift you have left for your fans! We send so much love to your friends and family. You are loved and will be missed.”
Shannen Doherty will be remembered by fans for the many characters she played on screen.
