“It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of actress Shannen Doherty.
Doherty’s also remembered for her roles in the films “Heathers” and “Mallrats.”
In 2015, Doherty was diagnosed andtreated for breast cancer.
Afterkeeping her diagnosis a secret, Doherty decided to make a public announcement.
Doherty was determined not to let health challenges keep her from doing what she loved, including performing.
“If we can fight cancer, we can certainly go do a job.”
By the end of November, she reported that cancer had spread to her bones.
Despite this daunting diagnosis, Doherty was committed to keep working.
“I’m not done with creating.
I’m not done with hopefully changing things for the better,” the actor informedPeople.
Shannen Doherty planned to use her podcast as a memoir detailing her personal and professional life.
In particular, she wanted to clarify details concerning the dissolution of hermarriage with Kurt Iswarienko.
Doherty also got candid about dealing with cancer on the podcast.
“What better thing to use my platform for than to help other people with cancer?”
Doherty said during thepodcast’s first episode.
where I can actually make a difference for others.”
