Shannen Doherty’s unusual funeral request revealed.
Shannen Doherty, beloved star of Beverly Hills, 90210, has passed away.
Career beginnings.
Doherty’s career spanned decades, starting as a child actress in Little House on the Prairie.
She gained fame in the ’90s for her role in Beverly Hills, 90210.
Doherty later starred in the hit series Charmed, captivating audiences with her strong performances.
Actress dies at 53.
The 53-year-old actress died on Saturday, July 13th, after a long battle with breast cancer.
Cancer battle goes public.
Her battle with cancer became public in 2015, drawing widespread support and admiration.
In 2017, she celebrated remission, only to face a recurrence two years later.
Despite her struggles, Doherty maintained a positive outlook, often sharing updates with fans.
Her openness about her health struggles inspired many battling similar illnesses.
Shannen’s stage four cancer battle exposed.
In 2020, Doherty revealed she had stage four breast cancer, following a diagnosis in 2015 and a brief remission from 2017 to 2019.
Her oncologist, Dr. Lawrence D. Piro, spoke about her final moments, calling them ‘sad’ yet ‘beautiful.’
Final moments revealed.
“She was in a place where she was very comfortable, surrounded by close friends,” he told People.
Dr. Piro described the atmosphere as ‘somber and sad, but beautiful and loving.’
“She loved life and wasn’t ready to leave,” he added.
Family confirms death.
The news of her death was confirmed by a family representative over the weekend.
“It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of actress Shannen Doherty,” the statement read.
“She lost her battle with cancer on July 13th, surrounded by loved ones and her dog, Bowie.”
Family requests privacy.
The family has requested privacy during this time to grieve in peace.
Unique funeral request shared.
Doherty, known for her role as Brenda Walsh, shared a unique funeral request months before her death.
Prior to her death, Doherty detailed her funeral preferences on her podcast, Let’s Be Clear with Shannen Doherty.
Concerns about unwanted guests.
Speaking with her friend Chris Cortazzo, she expressed concerns about unwanted attendees.
“A lot of people might show up that I don’t want there,” she candidly shared.
She feared some would attend merely for appearances, saying, “It’s the politically correct thing to do.”
Doherty emphasized her desire for a funeral that felt like a “love fest.”
“I want it to be lighthearted,” she said, hoping people wouldn’t cry or harbor ill feelings.
Cremation request unveiled.
She also expressed a wish to be cremated, with her ashes divided.
Doherty wanted part of her ashes mixed with those of her beloved dog and her father.
Additionally, she gave permission for some ashes to be turned into jewelry.
Farewell to an icon.
Doherty’s final years were marked by resilience, courage, and an unyielding spirit.
Fans and colleagues alike have been pouring out tributes, remembering her as a fighter and a friend.
In her final moments, surrounded by love, Doherty left a lasting impression on those who knew her best.
Her spirit and wishes for a joyful remembrance offer a comforting message in the wake of her passing.