Shannen Doherty’s rep decries ‘really disappointing’ Oscars In Memoriam snub just months after her death
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The 97th Academy Awards In Memoriam segment has found itself at the center of controversy after the glaring omission of actress Shannen Doherty.
Fans were left furious after the segment, meant to honor industry legends who died in the last year, omitted Doherty, who had a career spanning decades in Hollywood.
Shannen Doherty's rep disappointed with actress' exclusion from In Memoriam segment
Shannen Doherty, who died in July 2024 at 53 after a long battle with cancer, was noticeably absent from the tribute.
Best known for her work on TV shows like 'Beverly Hills, 90210' and 'Charmed', Doherty also had an extensive film career, with notable appearances in 'Heathers', 'Mallrats', and 'Swing Shift'.
Her representatives and fans alike felt her contributions to cinema were more than enough to warrant inclusion in the segment.
A longtime rep for Doherty told TMZ that it was "really disappointing" not to see her included in the tribute on March 2, Sunday night, especially since she had been a part of the Hollywood community for over 45 years.
Fans believe Shannen Doherty 'deserves better' after Oscars snub
According to Daily Mail, fans took to social media to express their outrage, with one writing, "Shannen must be rolling in her grave."
Another posted, "She deserves better than that."
One person wrote, "She should not have been omitted!"
"Shannon is a legend and deserves recognition and a lifetime achievement Oscar. She has contributed to film and TV for decades and must be given respect," a comment read.
A fan shared, "Wow what a crappy community - prob paid SAG dues etc and ignored."
Another wrote, "No one watches that trash anymore RIP Shannen you were More than enough."
A viewer pointed out, "That's 90% of Hollywood. It was petty for leaving her out."
Shannen Doherty's health struggles and final days
Shannen Doherty's health challenges began in 1999 when she was diagnosed with Crohn's disease.
In March 2015, she received a diagnosis of stage III breast cancer, which had metastasized to her lymph nodes.
Following treatments including anti-estrogen therapy, a unilateral mastectomy, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy, she announced remission in April 2017.
However, in February 2020, Doherty revealed that her cancer had returned as stage IV and had spread to her liver.
By June 2023, the cancer had advanced to her brain and later to her bones.
Despite undergoing a new treatment that showed promise in crossing the blood-brain barrier, she succumbed to the disease in July 2024.
In April 2023, Doherty filed for divorce from her husband, Kurt Iswarienko.
The divorce was finalized shortly before her death, with a Los Angeles judge declaring the couple officially divorced two days after she passed away.
Michelle Trachtenberg’s Oscars snub
Adding to the controversy, Michelle Trachtenberg, who died just last week at age 39, was also left out of the Oscars 2025 In Memoriam segment.
Trachtenberg gained fame as the lead in 'Harriet the Spy' (1996) and was a beloved presence in hit TV series like 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and 'Gossip Girl'.
Despite stepping back from acting in recent years, her impact on the film industry was undeniable.
According to the Daily Mail, fans were appalled by her exclusion.
One outraged user wrote, "Ohhh… F** YOU #Oscars for not putting Michelle Trachtenberg in the memorial."
Another fumed, "NO MICHELLE TRACHTENBERG?!?!?? Go to Hell #Oscars."
One fan expressed their frustration, writing, "Why didn’t they include Michelle Trachtenberg in the In Memoriam? It wouldn’t be due to time constraints because they added Gene Hackman, who died one day after her. #Oscars RIP Michelle!"
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