Shannen Doherty Dies: Star of ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ & ’Charmed’ Was 53

Shannen Doherty, the actress who became a household name for her role as Brenda Walsh in Beverly Hills, 90210, has died at the age of 53.

News of Doherty’s death comes after a years-long battle with breast cancer. The actress’s death was confirmed by her publicist in a statement shared with People. “It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of actress Shannen Doherty,” Leslie Sloane told shared with the outlet. “On Saturday, July 13, she lost her battle with cancer after many years of fighting the disease.”