Remarkable career moment for me. - Shannen Doherty praises Michael Landon.
In the newest installation of her podcast "Let's Get Transparent with Shannen Doherty," actress Shannen Doherty (53) expresses her admiration for late iconic actor Michael Landon (1936-1991). As a child, Doherty collaborated with the renowned actor of the widely-known family Western series "Little House on the Prairie" while portraying the character Jenny Wilder in the series' ninth and final season. Reflecting on Landon, who fell ill to pancreatic cancer and passed away in 1991, Doherty pronounced, "I absolutely adored him. He was a mentor. He taught me so much."
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"This show, 'Little House on the Prairie,' holds a significant place in my heart and is still my most cherished part of my career," Doherty shared in the episode released on May 27th.
Landon's legacy resonates far past the scope of the TV program "Little House on the Prairie." His influence continues to shape Doherty even today. "As I reflect on the lengthy journey that is my career, as well as the challenging moments - and the toxic environments they often posed - it's the experience on 'Little House on the Prairie' that ignited my love for acting and guided by a mentor like Michael Landon," she expressed.
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Doherty describes Landon as "extraordinarily skilled, so kind, so considerate, which deeply impacted me. He was also supremely thoughtful for my entire family."
Doherty performed the role of Jenny Wilder in the ninth season of "Little House on the Prairie" and later in the TV films. Post this, she starred as the legendary character Brenda Walsh in the teen series "Beverly Hills, 90210" from 1990 to 1994 and attained further fame with shows like "Charmed – Supernatural Witches."
Shannen Doherty's Courageous Battle with Cancer
Shannen Doherty battles stage 4 breast cancer. The actress first received her diagnosis in 2015. Openly discussing her health situation with her fanbase, she keeps them updated on her condition. In June 2023, she disclosed that her cancer had spawned metastases in her brain. In November 2023, she disclosed in an interview with "People" that her malignancy had also targeted her bones. In January 2024, she revealed a "medical miracle" that granted her some additional time.
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- In her podcast episode, Shannen Doherty recalled that Michael Landon, despite battling cancer, was kind, considerate, and supportive during her time on the set, leaving a lasting impact on her and her family.
- After her memorable role on "Little House on the Prairie," Shannen Doherty landed the iconic part of Brenda Walsh in "Beverly Hills, 90210," a successor to her experience and connection with Landon.
- Shannen Doherty, who has been battling stage 4 breast cancer since 2015, recently shared that the disease had spread to other parts of her body, including her brain and bones. Despite the challenges, she continues to express her gratitude and hopes for a medical miracle.
Source: www.stern.de
