Shannen Doherty was recently captured in public photos with friends just before her passing on Saturday. The beloved 'Beverly Hills, 90210' actress was seen smiling and enjoying a meal with her longtime friend and another companion at Kristy’s waterfront restaurant in Malibu, California on June 16. The trio appeared to be in good spirits, with Doherty wearing casual attire and carrying a brown paper bag.
Doherty, who battled cancer for several years, was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015. Despite speculating she had limited time left, she announced remission in 2017. Unfortunately, the cancer returned in 2020 at stage 4, spreading to her brain and bones. Throughout her health journey, Doherty remained open about her struggles and preparations for the worst.
In a podcast episode released on June 25, Doherty expressed hope regarding her treatment plan, citing recent changes in her cancer cells as a positive sign for exploring new protocols. Despite her health challenges, she maintained a hopeful outlook and a strong will to continue living, loving, and creating positive change.
Shannen Doherty, known for her roles in 'Charmed' and 'Beverly Hills, 90210,' leaves behind her mother, Rosa Elizabeth Doherty, and her brother, Sean Doherty. She did not have children and was in the process of a divorce from her third husband, Kurt Iswarienko, at the time of her passing.