Jennie Garth Slams Oscars for Snubbing Shannen Doherty in In Memoriam Tribute
In a poignant twist of celebrity oversight, Jennie Garth has voiced her dismay over Shannen Doherty’s exclusion from the Oscars’ 2025 In Memoriam segment. The two actresses, who famously starred together in the beloved ’90s drama *Beverly Hills, 90210*, shared a bond that extended beyond the screen, with Garth expressing her frustration during a recent interview. “Yeah, that’s messed up,” she remarked, when asked about the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ decision to omit Doherty from the televised tribute.
Doherty, who bravely battled stage 4 breast cancer for nearly a decade, passed away in July 2024 at the age of 53. Her omission from the Oscars tribute isn’t just a personal slight; it raises questions about how the industry honors its own. Despite not being included in the broadcast, Doherty’s name appears in the official In Memoriam database on the Academy’s website, a cold comfort for those who cherished her work. Her representative also expressed disappointment, noting the actress’s 45-year career, which included iconic roles in *Charmed* and films like *Heathers* and *Mallrats*.
Garth’s heartfelt tribute to her friend posthumously on social media and her podcast, *I Choose Me with Jennie Garth*, highlighted the profound loss she felt, likening it to “someone punched me in the stomach.” This emotional resonance is compounded by the fact that Doherty was not the only notable absence; other stars like Tony Todd and Michelle Trachtenberg were also left out of the televised montage, despite being included in the online database.
The In Memoriam segment, introduced by the legendary Morgan Freeman, showcased a range of talents, from Gene Hackman to Shelley Duvall, but left some glaring omissions that sparked public outcry. As the industry grapples with the legacies of its stars, the question remains: how can such oversights occur in a ceremony designed to honor the departed? It seems that in the glitzy world of Hollywood, even the brightest stars can sometimes fade into the background, leaving their legacies to be acknowledged only in databases rather than on the grand stage they deserve.
In the end, Garth’s candid remarks not only underscore the emotional weight of losing a friend but also serve as a reminder of the need for remembrance in a world that often prioritizes spectacle over sincerity.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, TMZ, Variety
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