Tori Spelling Recalls Moment She Learned About Shannen Doherty’s Death

Tori Spelling has been mourning the loss of her friend and co-star Shannen Doherty since mid-July. On that fateful Sunday morning, while she was in bed with two of her children, Tori received numerous calls that hinted at the tragedy. This unforgettable moment was shared on her MisSPELLING podcast, where she revealed that she immediately knew what had happened.

Tori reminisced about her time with Shannen and the disagreement that caused them to drift apart for years until they decided to reconcile.

Tori mentioned that Shannen was often underrated throughout her career, but her story serves as an inspiration for those who are on the verge of giving up. Despite their age difference, Tori expressed gratitude for experiencing Shannen’s love and mentorship.

The two first met as teenagers during the filming of the pilot episode of Beverly Hills, 90210. Tori fondly remembered being warmly received by Shannen and cherishes the guidance she received from her during those formative years.

Following the news of Shannen’s passing, Tori paid tribute to her friend on Instagram with a heartfelt caption and nostalgic photos of their time together. “Shan… I’ll carry the torch on. Take on my power! And, I’ll stay rebellious for you. Love you with all my heart. Always,” she wrote.

Fans joined Tori in grieving and shared their memories and kind words about Shannen before moving on with their day. “I feel like I have a true glimpse into your relationship with her. My deepest condolences,” one fan commented. Another added, “It is so evident that Shan was an amazing person and your friendship is a testament to that.”