Shannen Doherty’s Life in Photos

Prior to her July 2024 death, Shannen Doherty made a name for herself in film and television.

The actress, born in Memphis in April 1971, started her career as a child star on Little House on the Prairie and went on to appear in the dark comedic film Heathers. Doherty’s fame continued to grow after she earned the part of Brenda Walsh on Beverly Hills, 90210. After departing the series, she joined the cast of Charmed, portraying Prue Halliwell.

Doherty was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015. She announced she was in remission in 2017 but revealed in 2020 that the illness had returned.

Despite her diagnosis, she returned to film the revival BH90210. “I was hesitant for all different reasons — where I was at [in] my life [and] being unsure if I wanted to revisit 90210,” she explained to Us Weekly in August 2019.

However, former costar Luke Perry’s sudden death in March 2019 following a stroke gave her a purpose. “They were always going to, with or without me,” she acknowledged. “It came back around at a time where I thought it was the right time to do it, to honor a friend and be with my friends, recreating something that was special to America, special to the world and most importantly, special to all of us.”

Scroll to revisit Doherty’s career, personal life and health struggles through the years.

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