Jennie Garth, who starred alongside Shannen Doherty on the classic TV show, spoke openly about her grief over her friend and co-star's death.
Shannen Doherty's untimely passing has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and beyond. In particular, her former "Beverly Hills, 90210" co-stars have been vocal about their grief and their profound admiration for Doherty's unwavering spirit.
Jennie Garth, who played Kelly Taylor on the beloved teen drama, shared her heartache on "Today." She admitted that the loss was still "really fresh" and that she was "still processing the grief." Reflecting on Doherty's long battle with cancer, Garth said, "I don't know, there was just something about her – she was such a fighter and a pro, I just didn't think that would happen for some reason."
Shannen Doherty's 'Beverly Hills, 90210' Co-Stars Mourn Her Loss
Garth also spoke about the collective support within the "Beverly Hills, 90210" cast, saying, "It is always nice to have your brothers and sisters from that experience be able to support one another in all times, in happy times and in sad times now, so it just brings us closer."
Doherty's former co-star, Brian Austin Green, also expressed his admiration for her strength and determination. He recalled a conversation with Doherty earlier this year, where she had shared some of their experiences on the show. Green noted that the girls in the cast had faced challenges and competitiveness, but that Doherty had always been a fierce competitor.
Shannen Doherty's 'Beverly Hills, 90210' Co-Stars Mourn Her Loss
He recalled an incident where he and Ian Ziering had intervened to prevent a physical altercation between Doherty and Garth. According to Doherty, the incident stemmed from a playful "Pants Down Day" initiated by Garth, which she had countered with "Skirt Up Day."
Despite their past differences, Garth stressed that she and Doherty had maintained a friendship after "90210" ended. In a heartfelt Instagram post, she wrote, "I am still processing my tremendous grief over the loss of my long time friend Shannen, the woman I have often described as one of the strongest people I have ever known."
Shannen Doherty's 'Beverly Hills, 90210' Co-Stars Mourn Her Loss
Garth continued, "Our connection was real and honest. We were so often pitted against each other but none of that reflected the truth of our real relationship which was one built on mutual respect and admiration. She was courageous, passionate, determined and very loving and generous."
Other cast members, including Tori Spelling, Jason Priestley, and Ian Ziering, also paid tribute to Doherty. Spelling wrote on Instagram, "Shannen was much more than my 'Beverly Hills, 90210' co-star, she was my friend and I will forever miss her."
Shannen Doherty's 'Beverly Hills, 90210' Co-Stars Mourn Her Loss
Priestley described Doherty as "a force to be reckoned with," while Ziering called her "a true badass." The outpouring of grief and admiration from Doherty's former co-stars is a testament to her indomitable spirit and the lasting impact she had on their lives.
