The 'Beverly Hills, 90210' alum has faced significant challenges in her personal life, including marital infidelity, divorce, and stage 4 breast cancer, discussing how these experiences have affected her mental health.
- Jun 27, 2024
AceShowbiz - Shannen Doherty, now 53, revealed on the "Let's Talk Off Camera" podcast that discovering her ex-husband Kurt Iswarienko's infidelity plunged her into a nine-month period of darkness. She underwent brain surgery shortly after and said it took her a long time to recover and completely detach from him.
"I was really, really in a dark place for, like, nine months after I found out what he did," she said. "And I had brain surgery. When I found out, it was like a whole fiasco that it's only recently that I've completely recovered where I have zero [feelings] for him anymore."
Doherty's divorce from Iswarienko, whom she was married to for 11 years, has been ongoing and has highlighted the toll divorce can take when combined with serious health issues. She has accused Iswarienko of delaying the proceedings in hopes of her passing before he is required to pay spousal support.
"I don't know where I am with dating," she admitted. "It's only been a year since the whole fiasco with my husband, and I'm still fighting a divorce, and it's still so hard and raw."
Prior to her marriage to Iswarienko, Doherty had other difficult relationships. She admitted that her previous boyfriend's lack of respect and multiple affairs led to a deep-seated sense of hurt.
Doherty's battle with cancer has also played a significant role in her life. Despite receiving a diagnosis of stage 4 breast cancer that has spread to her bones and brain, she remains hopeful and resilient. She has shared that she is "basically the same" in terms of her condition and that she continues to seek effective treatments.
In addition to her physical health challenges, Doherty has also had to navigate the emotional complexities of dating while facing an expiration date due to her illness. She acknowledged that it can be difficult to attract potential partners who may feel hesitant about investing in a relationship with someone with a potentially limited life expectancy.
Despite her past relationships and current health struggles, Doherty believes in love and remains open to finding a fulfilling connection. She has vowed to prioritize self-love and process her past experiences before moving forward. She also values the support of close friends and family who have stood by her during difficult times.
Doherty's journey through infidelity, divorce, and cancer has been a challenging one, but she continues to approach life with strength and determination. Through her open and honest sharing of experiences, she inspires others to face their own challenges with resilience and hope.
