Jason Priestley says Shannen Doherty’s death came as surprise despite her cancer

Beverly Hills, 90210 star Jason Priestley spoke of his heartbreak over the death of his co-star Shannen Doherty (PA)

Jason Priestley has said he was “surprised” when his Beverly Hills, 90210 co-star Shannen Doherty died, despite her battle with cancer.

The US actress was first diagnosed with breast cancer in March 2015 and had gone into remission before announcing its return in 2020.