Former companions have reacted with dismay to the death of “Beverly Hills, 90210” star Shannen Doherty. Her acting colleagues, for example, have spoken out. “I am still processing my enormous grief over the loss of my long-time friend, who I often described as one of the strongest people I have ever known,” wrote Jennie Garth (52), with whom Doherty appeared in front of the camera on “Beverly Hills, 90210”.
“Charmed” colleague Alyssa Milano said in a statement: “She was a talented actress who was loved by many.” Actress Olivia Munn (44) wrote on Instagram: “I am absolutely heartbroken.” Like Doherty, Munn was also diagnosed with breast cancer. After the diagnosis, she contacted Doherty and they immediately became friends, Munn wrote. “Cancer is damn scary, and Shannen faced it with so much dignity, strength and grace.”
Doherty died from the effects of breast cancer. She was one of the most famous TV actresses of the 90s and 2000s, thanks in part to her role as the witch Prue Halliwell in “Charmed.” She was 53 years old.
