“Beverly Hills, 90210” Star Shannen Doherty Dies at 53

Shannen Doherty, the actress known for her role in “Beverly Hills, 90210,” passed away at the age of 53. Her publicist, Leslie Sloane, confirmed her death on Saturday in a statement to People magazine.

“It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of actress, Shannen Doherty,” Doherty’s publicist Leslie Sloane said in a statement. “On Saturday, July 13, she lost her battle with cancer after many years of fighting the disease. 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.”

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