Iconic ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ Star Shannen Doherty Passes Away at 53

American actress Shannen Doherty, best known for her role as Brenda Walsh on the iconic 1990s TV series ‘Beverly Hills, 90210,’ has sadly passed away at the age of 53.

Her publicist Leslie Sloane confirmed the news to People magazine, stating that Doherty lost her long battle with cancer on Saturday.

Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Doherty moved to Los Angeles at a young age, where she quickly made a name for herself in the entertainment industry.

Her career began as a child actress, with notable roles in ‘Little House on the Prairie,’ ‘Girls Just Want to Have Fun,’ and ‘Heathers.’

In 1990, she landed the role of Brenda Walsh in ‘Beverly Hills, 90210,’ a character that resonated with audiences as a Minnesota transplant trying to navigate life in a wealthy California zip code.

Doherty’s turbulent life off-screen often overshadowed her acting career, with headlines focusing on her personal struggles, partying lifestyle, and impulsive decisions.

Despite her departure from ‘90210’ due to conflicts with castmates and chronic lateness, she later returned to television in the popular series ‘Charmed‘ produced by Aaron Spelling.

Throughout her career, Doherty’s talent and charisma shone through, earning her a dedicated fan base and a lasting place in TV history.