Unbearable grief for the individual involved. - Unfathomable grief described as having "no comprehension" for him
In a poignant reflection, Ian Ziering, a former castmate of Shannen Doherty on the iconic series "Beverly Hills, 90210," has opened up about the actress's passing and his own struggle to cope with the loss.
Ziering, who initially chose not to post about Doherty's death on Instagram, emphasised that grief is a deeply personal process and should not be treated as a performance. He shared his thoughts publicly a year after her passing, on the first anniversary of her death, stating that he wanted to honour her memory in his own way[1][2].
The news of Doherty's death on July 13, 2024, came as a shock to Ziering. Despite their past disagreements, he had always admired Doherty's strength and resilience, and had believed that she would pull off another miracle in her battle against breast cancer, a disease she had been fighting since 2015[1][2].
Ziering recalls a particular incident from their time on the show, when Doherty and Jennie Garth surprised him at a Chippendales show in Las Vegas. He describes Doherty as "funny" and "full of life," even during her illness[1]. Her spirit, fire, and kind heart are memories that Ziering carries with him to this day[1].
The loss of Doherty and another cast member, Luke Perry, has left a profound impact on Ziering. He finds it difficult to cope without them, as they were once an integral part of his life during their time on the show[1].
Ziering's decision not to post about Doherty's death on social media initially was met with criticism. However, he stands by his choice, believing that everyone should be allowed to grieve in their own way[3].
Over the past year, Ziering has met many other cast members from "Beverly Hills, 90210," reminiscing about the good old days and the memories they shared[1]. The loss of Doherty and Perry serves as a reminder of the transient nature of life and the importance of cherishing every moment.
A loss like the one Ziering experienced does not fade away. It lingers, a constant reminder of the people we have loved and lost. But in the face of grief, Ziering continues to carry the memories of Doherty, a testament to the enduring impact she had on his life.
[1] Source: Ziering's Instagram post, 1st anniversary of Doherty's passing [2] Source: Ziering's interview with Entertainment Tonight [3] Source: Ziering's Instagram post explaining his decision not to post about Doherty's death immediately
I'm not going to let the loss of Shannen Doherty, a beloved celebrity and icon of pop-culture, go without a remembrance. I find solace in the memories we shared on the set of "Beverly Hills, 90210," and her spirit continues to entertain and inspire me.
