Shannen Doherty's 'Beverly Hills, 90210' co-stars share emotional tributes

The cast of 'Beverly Hills, 90210' is mourning the death of their former co-star Shannen Doherty. 

The actress died on July 13 after a years-long battle with cancer. She was 53. Shannen played high school student Brenda Walsh in the popular 90s teen drama. 

Jennie Garth, who starred as Kelly Taylor, remained friends with Shannen long after the show ended. She shared a special tribute to the actress on Instagram. 

"I am still processing my tremendous grief over the loss of my long time friend Shannen, the woman I have often described as one of the strongest people I have ever known. Our connection was real and honest. We were so often pitted against each other but none of that reflected the truth of our real relationship which was one built on mutual respect and admiration," she wrote. 

Jennie described Shannen as "loving and generous". 

"She was courageous, passionate, determined and very loving and generous. I will miss her and will always honor her deeply in my heart and in my memories. My heart breaks for her family and Bowie and all the people who loved her." 

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Tori Spelling, who played Donna Martin, shared a short tribute on her Instagram Stories.

"I don't have the outward words yet... but WE knew and that's what matters," she captioned a picture of herself and Shannen.

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Jason Priestley, who starred as Brenda's twin brother Brandon Walsh, was also heartbroken by news of Shannen's death.

"Shocked and saddened to hear about the passing of my friend Shannen. She was a force of nature and I will miss her. Sending love and light to her family in this dark time," he wrote on Instagram.

Brian Austin Green (David Silver) described Shannen as his sister. 

"Shan. My sister. You loved me through everything. You were a big part of my understanding of love. I'll miss you more than I know how to process right now. Thank you for the gift of you," he wrote. 

Ian Ziering, who played Steve Sanders, has not commented publicly as yet. Luke Perry, known for his role as Dylan McKay, passed away in 2019. 

"So young - so sad. May you RIP Shannon. I know Luke is there with open arms to love you," Gabrielle Carteris (Andrea Zuckerman) said on Instagram.

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Shortly before Shannen's death, Gabrielle shared how excited she was to be meeting up with her old cast-mates in September.

"64 days until we are in Florida at #90sConFL. Come hang out with us. Let me know what your favorite episodes were. Who was your crush? Thank you #thats4ent for putting this together. #90210," she wrote.

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