A“Dancing with the Stars” veteran talked openly about finding joy despite her challenging health situation. Shannen Doherty answered questions from fans during the March 10 episode of her “Let’s Be Clear” podcast.
Doherty addressed a wide range of topics, providing a lot of understanding into how she continues despite her ongoing cancer battle.
Here’s what you need to know:
Shannen Doherty Said 2023 Was ‘Very Challenging’
Doherty addressed many questions throughout the episode of “Let’s Be Clear.” There were questions about various acting jobs she had over the years, which included a couple of mentions of “Beverly Hills, 90210.” Toward the end of the episode, Doherty answered a question from someone who asked, “Are you happy?”
The season 10 “Dancing with the Stars” veteran responded, ” I am. I am happy.”
She stated, “It’s been an interesting year and a half. 2023 did not start great and I found it incredibly challenging.”
Doherty added, “Every day is a challenge because with cancer, things change all the time … You think you’ve got this [treatment] protocol that’s amazing, and then all of a sudden your body just stops reacting to it.”
“Those are hard moments to get through, but I’m happy because I’m still here and I have people in my life now that truly love me and that will walk through hell with me and for me,” Doherty expressed.
The DWTS Alum Feels She’s Made Progress After Tough Times
Doherty acknowledged that having people who would be there for her to such a large degree was not always the case. “I was missing that for a lot of years of my life apparently.”
The “Dancing with the Stars” alum added, “I think that there’s, I think, none of us should waste time because life is incredibly precious, particularly when you have cancer.”
The prolonged battle she has experienced with cancer has taught her a lot, Doherty noted. “I feel like a lot of clutter is out of my life now and things are much more clear and focused.”
She also shared, “I just see things in a different light because of the year and a half that was hell.” Despite the hard times, Doherty revealed, “But I have 100 percent turned a corner and I am happy.”
Doherty Views Herself ‘Very Fortunate’
As she reflected on feeling happy now Doherty told listeners, “I can say that I’ve had a really blessed life and I’m an incredibly lucky human being.” She reiterated, “So yes, I’m happy.”
Doherty also thanked that particular fan for asking the question.
ET Online noted that not only did Doherty face devastating developments with her cancer battle in 2023, but she also faced a divorce.
In 2015, the “Dancing with the Stars” alum was diagnosed with breast cancer. After treatment, it went into remission. However, in 2020, the cancer returned. That time, it was determined it was stage four.
During 2023, she filed for divorce from her husband of 11 years, Kurt Iswarienko. She also shared that the cancer had spread to both her bones and her brain.
“Let’s Be Clear” listeners responded quite positively to this particular episode.
One fan remarked on Doherty’s Instagram post about the episode, “You did a great job in the episode, Shannen! Keep sharing your truth and doing great work! You deserve to be able to do so at last!”
“She is a fantastic actress and a kind person both inside and out,” another fan stated.
“You are beautiful, funny, talented, motivating, courageous, strong and unbeatable,” a third comment stated.
“This podcast is amazing,” someone else said.
