Throughout her life, she had a long acting career stretching from the early 1980s until her death.
“She was courageous, passionate, determined and very loving and generous.”
The two actors went through some tough times, particularly when they worked closely together as young adults.

However, their bond strengthened through convention appearances and the reboot series “BH90210.”
“We’re adults, we’re in a different place,” Doherty explained toPeoplein May 2024.
“You kind of start over, but you start over closer.”

Like Garth, Priestley also observed that his connection to Doherty matured over the years.
In addition, Green recalled being dumbfounded about the negative way the media perceived Doherty.
“And you will fight to the death for people.”

Green and Doherty’s strong friendship also helped Doherty decide to participate in the “BH90210” revival.
Since they felt so comfortable as friends and colleagues, Green and Doherty adlibbed some of their scenes.
Like “90210,” Doherty ended up making a similarly tumultuous exit from this series.
However, during her short time on the show, Doherty left a lasting impression on her costars.
Brian Krause, who played Leo Wyatt, penned a touching tribute to Doherty.
“You showed me what strength is.
You taught me to be fearless and live with purpose,” Krause wrote onInstagram.
To honor her friend, McGowan compiled a photo montage of Doherty across her long career.
“Passion for craft is often mislabeled as trouble.
Shannen was passion,” McGowan explained onInstagram.
“Her work ethic inspiring to the end.