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- Shannen Doherty’s Mom Rosa Shares Story of Shaving Late Daughter’s Head Amid Cancer Diagnosis (newsbreak.com)
Shannen Doherty’s mother, Rosa Doherty, and her close friend Anne Marie Kortright recently spoke about the courage demonstrated by the late actress during her battle with cancer. They shared their experiences on Doherty’s podcast “Let’s Be Clear,” nearly a month following her passing, to commemorate her legacy.
During the podcast, both shared a poignant memory from 2016, when they assisted Doherty in shaving her head—an act that underscored her bravery. Rosa recounted the initial call from her daughter, expressing her surprise and subsequent assistance. Kortright joined them after a quick tutorial on using clippers, emphasizing the gravity of that moment and Shannen’s fearlessness in sharing her struggle openly with the public.
This candid moment was later shared on social media, where it received an outpouring of support. Kortright reflected on the positive impact of their decision to go public, praising Doherty for inspiring others and raising awareness about breast cancer on her own.
Shannen Doherty, known for her role on “Beverly Hills, 90210,” openly chronicled her fight with cancer since her diagnosis in 2015. She went into remission but publicly revealed in 2017 that her cancer had returned and later spread further. She passed away in July at the age of 53, with her publicist Leslie Sloane confirming her passing and highlighting Shannen’s meaningful connections with family and friends.
Following Doherty’s death, her mother spoke to the media, expressing her profound loss and appreciation for the support shown toward her daughter throughout her life and during her illness.
Shannen Doherty’s life not only included notable career achievements but also her very public and courageous health battles, leaving behind a legacy of openness and advocacy in the face of life-threatening illness.