Shannen Doherty Joins Former Castmates for BH90210
Carissa Pavlica
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There is good news for fans of Beverly Hills, 90210.
Original Beverly Hills, 90210 star Shannen Doherty is set to join her former co-stars – Jason Priestley, Jennie Garth, Ian Ziering, Gabrielle Carteris, Brian Austin Green, and Tori Spelling – for BH90210, FOX’s highly anticipated new series airing this summer.
The news is also bittersweet, as her participation will highlight the glaring absence of their friend and castmate, Luke Perry.
It's also possible that tragic circumstances led to Doherty changing her mind about participation, as it's not difficult to imagine the group of friends found solace in each other during their time of grief.
Regardless, with the addition of Doherty, my interest has been piqued to the point BH90210 has become must-see television!
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For four seasons, Doherty starred as Brenda Walsh on the groundbreaking teen drama, but this time when the cast gets back together, it will come with a big twist:
The seven former teen idols will be playing heightened versions of themselves in the brand-new serialized drama – with a healthy dose of irreverence – that is inspired by their real lives and relationships with each other.
Having gone their separate ways since the original series ended 19 years ago, Shannen, Jason, Jennie, Ian, Gabrielle, Brian, and Tori reunite when one of them suggests it’s time to get a Beverly Hills, 90210 reboot up and running.
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But getting it going may make for an even more delicious soap than the reboot itself.
What will happen when first loves, old romances, friends and frenemies come back together, as this iconic cast – whom the whole world watched grow up together – attempts to continue from where they left off?
Doherty, an actor, producer and director, is best known for her roles in various television series, including Beverly Hills, 90210, Charmed, Little House on the Prairie and Our House.
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Through each of these shows, she has become a household name and has captivated viewers with characters that are both iconic and beloved.
Most recently, she was seen reprising one of her most famous film roles, Heather, in the reimagined version of Heathers.
In addition to the lead role in the film Heathers, Doherty has starred in movies such as Kevin Smith’s hit comedy, Mallrats, and Bethany.
Doherty's philanthropic work showcases her love for animals through her work with organizations including California Wildlife Center and Animal Hope and Wellness Foundation.
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She has lobbied Congress with bills protecting animals and is devoted to protecting the wildlife as seen with her notable trip to Taiji, Japan with the Sea Shepherd Cove guardians.
Doherty is dedicated to helping others who are fighting cancer and through her own personal journey with the disease, she has sparked widespread conversation through her openness, hoping to help others fighting cancer.
She has worked with SU2C and The American Cancer Society.
BH90210 will be produced by CBS Television Studios and FOX Entertainment. Doherty will executive-produce alongside Chris Alberghini, Mike Chessler, Patrick Sean Smith, Gabrielle Carteris, Jennie Garth, Brian Austin Green, Jason Priestley, Tori Spelling, and Ian Ziering.
The series was conceived by Alberghini, Chessler, Spelling, and Garth.
So what do you think BH90210 fanatics??
Does her addition to the show increase your desire to watch?
And how much does it make you wish for an intact Charmed OG to hit the ground running?
Share your thoughts below.
Carissa Pavlica is the managing editor and a staff writer and critic for TV Fanatic. She's a member of the Critic's Choice Association, enjoys mentoring writers, conversing with cats, and passionately discussing the nuances of television and film with anyone who will listen. Follow her on X and email her here at TV Fanatic.
