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Shannen Doherty's mother is speaking out following the death of the Beverly Hills, 90210 star, who passed away over the weekend at the age of 53.
Rosa Doherty shared a statement with People on Monday (July 15) mourning the loss of her daughter after a lengthy battle with cancer, calling her "my heart" and thanking all those who had shown support for the late Charmed actress during her life.
"She is my beautiful girl and my heart," Rosa said. "Our family wants to thank everyone who has shown love and support for our Shannen throughout her life. We are truly appreciative."
Doherty passed away Saturday (July 13) following a long cancer battle, with her publicist Leslie Sloane confirming the sad news on Sunday.
"It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of actress Shannen Doherty. On Saturday, July 13, she lost her battle with cancer after many years of fighting the disease," Sloane said. "The devoted daughter, sister, aunt and friend was surrounded by her loved ones as well as her dog, Bowie. The family asks for their privacy at this time so they can grieve in peace."
Doherty was first diagnoses with breast cancer in 2015 before going into remission in 2017. However, she revealed in 2020 that the cancer had returned as metastatic stage 4 cancer that later spread to her brain and into her bones.
The Heathers star's friend and oncologist Dr. Lawrence D. Piro shared his last conversation with Doherty prior to her death, saying that she remained an inspiration and was "an incredible warrior" who "fought so hard."