Shannen Doherty
Known for
Shannen Doherty was an American actress born in Memphis, Tennessee, who became a defining star of teen television as Brenda Walsh in 'Beverly Hills, 90210' before headlining the supernatural drama 'Charmed' as Prue Halliwell. Her film work includes the dark comedy 'Heathers' and a memorable cameo in Kevin Smith's 'Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back'. She later became a public advocate during her long battle with cancer, which she documented candidly until her death in 2024. She remains a beloved and influential figure of 1990s television.
Shannen Doherty
24 Movies
23 Series
Shannen Doherty was an American actress born in Memphis, Tennessee, who became a defining star of teen television as Brenda Walsh in 'Beverly Hills, 90210' before headlining the supernatural drama 'Charmed' as Prue Halliwell. Her film work includes the dark comedy 'Heathers' and a memorable cameo in Kevin Smith's 'Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back'. She later became a public advocate during her long battle with cancer, which she documented candidly until her death in 2024. She remains a beloved and influential figure of 1990s television.
Movies
Plays Shannen Doherty
Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back
2001
Plays Rene
Mallrats
1995
Plays Heather Duke
Heathers
1989
Plays Teresa (voice)
The Secret of NIMH
1982
Plays Val-Chick 2
Nowhere
1997
Plays Chief Pam Connelly
Hot Seat
2022
Plays Vivian
Darkness of Man
2025
Plays Dobbs
Fortress
2021
Plays Maggie Malene
Girls Just Want to Have Fun
1985
Plays Bluebird
Night Shift
1982
Plays Dr. Shelly
Burning Palms
2010
Plays Jenny Wilder
Little House: The Last Farewell
1984
Plays Jenny Wilder
Little House: Look Back to Yesterday
1983
Plays Jenny Wilder
Little House: Bless All the Dear Children
1983
Producer
Plays Susan
Bethany
2017
Plays Katherine
Almost Dead
1994
Plays Maria
Back in the Day
2016
Plays Gage Sullivan
Striking Poses
1999
Plays Lexi Wilcox
Hell on Heels: The Battle of Mary Kay
2002
Plays The Lady in Red
ALF Loves a Mystery
1987
Plays Rebecca Dubrovich
Sleeping with the Devil
1997
Plays Charlene
Undateable John
2019
TV Shows
Plays Brenda Walsh
Beverly Hills, 90210
1990
Director
Plays Prue Halliwell
Charmed
1998
Plays Kris Witherspoon
Our House
1986
Plays Jenny Wilder
Little House on the Prairie
1974
Plays Jeannie Fogel
The Secret of Lost Creek
1991
Plays Brenda Walsh
90210
2008
Director
Plays Adrienne
Suite 7
2010
Plays Shannen Doherty
BH90210
2019
Creator
Plays Herself
Off the Map
2015
Plays Jennie Fogel
The Secret Of Lost Creek
1992
Plays Kathleen Kennedy
Robert Kennedy & His Times
1985
Plays Faith Clavell
Category 7: The End of the World
2005
Plays Ima Platt
Magnum, P.I.
1980
Plays Janine DeGray
21 Jump Street
1987
Plays Phoebe Danner
Airwolf
1984
Plays Laurie
The New Leave It to Beaver
1984
Plays Shannen Doherty
Parker Lewis Can't Lose
1990
Plays Breeze (voice)
Gary & Mike
2001
Plays Stranded Motorist
Riverdale
2017
Plays Dr. Destiny
Heathers
2018
Plays Kari
Mari-Kari
2010
Plays Angel Norton
Rebel Highway
1994
Latest Trailers
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Darkness of Man
Full Filmography
Darkness of Man
Vivian
2025
Film
Hot Seat
Chief Pam Connelly
2022
Film
Fortress
Dobbs
2021
Film
BH90210
Shannen Doherty · 6 episodes
2019
TV
Undateable John
Charlene
2019
Film
Heathers
Dr. Destiny · 1 episode
2018–
TV
Bethany
Susan
2017
Film
Riverdale
Stranded Motorist · 1 episode
2017–
TV
Back in the Day
Maria
2016
Film
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shannen Doherty still alive?
Shannen Doherty passed away on July 13, 2024 at age 53.
What are the most famous roles of Shannen Doherty?
Shannen Doherty is best known for roles in Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult, Heathers, Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back.
How many movies has Shannen Doherty been in?
Over a 42-year career (since 1982), Shannen Doherty has appeared in 24 movies and 22 TV shows.
What was Shannen Doherty's first movie?
The career of Shannen Doherty began with The Secret of NIMH (1982).
What is Shannen Doherty's most recent movie or series?
Shannen Doherty's most recent release is Darkness of Man, which premiered on December 18, 2025.
What TV shows has Shannen Doherty appeared in?
On television, Shannen Doherty has appeared in Riverdale, Charmed, Little House on the Prairie, Beverly Hills, 90210.
Shannen Doherty
1971-04-12 · Memphis, Tennessee, USA
Shannen Doherty (April 12, 1971 – July 13, 2024) was an American actress, producer, author and television director, mostly known for her work in Heathers as well as on Beverly Hills, 90210 and Charmed.