Shannen Doherty dies, aged 53: Charmed stars lead tributes to “force of nature”
Shannen Doherty, best known for starring in Charmed and Beverly Hills 90210, has passed away. The beloved talent, who was 53, died after a years-long battle with breast cancer on 13 July. “It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of actress Shannen Doherty.
On Saturday, July 13, she lost her battle with cancer after many years of fighting the disease,” Doherty’s longtime publicist, Leslie Sloane, revealed in an exclusive statement to PEOPLE. “The devoted daughter, sister, aunt and friend was surrounded by her loved ones as well as her dog, Bowie.
The family asks for their privacy at this time so they can grieve in peace.“ In the wake of Doherty’s heartbreaking passing, many of her Charmed co-stars shared heartbreaking tributes celebrating the former’s life.
Brian Krause, who played Whitelighter Leo Wyatt, thanked the late talent for showing him the meaning of strength. “You taught me to be fearless and live with purpose.
