Tori Spelling is feeling very appreciative that she had the chance to talk with Shannen Doherty before she passed.
In a recent episode of her “90210MG” podcast with co-host Jennie Garth, titled “Remembering Shannen Doherty,” Spelling called their conversation a “second chance.”
“I’ve faced a lot of loss in my life,” she shared. “Normally, I don’t dwell on regrets, but I often wished for that last chat to clear the air and focus on the good times. With Shannen, I got that chance, and I’m truly grateful.”
Though Spelling didn’t divulge all the details of their final conversation, she admitted she wasn’t emotionally prepared to discuss her friend’s passing but felt it was important for their fans.
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“Shannen wasn’t just a childhood star. She was a strong, resilient figure who many of her fans could relate to on different levels,” Spelling said. “She became a mentor to many, inspiring strength and perseverance.”
Jennie Garth remembered growing up alongside Doherty and learning valuable life lessons from her. “Shannen taught me to stand up for what I believed in and to fight for my values,” Garth shared.
Spelling also reminisced about their moments behind the scenes on the show, “Beverly Hills, 90210.”
“I vividly recall our first scene together at Mary Ann Moore’s party,” Spelling said. “It was a night shoot, and I remember feeling like this was the start of our real friendship. It felt like more than just acting. You both welcomed me warmly, which meant a lot.”
Garth added, “That night was magical. We laughed and filmed until sunrise. For teenagers, it was like a surreal party.”
Shannen Doherty passed away on July 13 at the age of 53 after a long battle with cancer. Since her passing, tributes have poured in from all over Hollywood, each remembering Doherty’s courage and spirit.
