People confirmed the news that the actor died yesterday after a long and sometimes public battle with breast cancer.
“It is with great sadness that I confirm the passing of actress Shannen Doherty,” her publicist Leslie Sloane confirmed to the publication. “On Saturday, July 13, she lost her battle with cancer after many years of battling the disease.”
“The devoted daughter, sister, aunt and friend was surrounded by her loved ones and her dog, Bowie. The family asks for privacy at this time so they can grieve in peace.”
Shannen’s acting career was impressive and varied, spanning decades of film and television roles. She was best known for her portrayal of Brenda Walsh on the iconic 90s teen drama Beverly Hills, 90210.
He also starred in the cult favorite film Delighted From 1998 to 2001.
Shannen revealed her breast cancer diagnosis in 2015. In 2017, she announced that she was in remission, but in 2020, she revealed that the cancer had returned. Last year, Shannen shared that the disease had spread to her brain.
After news of her death was reported, Shannen’s celebrities and former co-stars took to social media to pay their respects and share their grief:
In a statement to People, the former Delighted Her co-star Alyssa Milano said: “It’s no secret that Shannen and I had a complicated relationship, but underneath was someone I deeply respected and admired. She was a talented actress, beloved by many, and the world is less without her. My condolences to all who loved her.”
Our deepest condolences to Shannen’s family at this time.