Jennie Garth Criticizes Oscars for Shannen Doherty 'In Memoriam' Omission

The Academy faces backlash after excluding Doherty and other notable figures from its televised tribute, despite their inclusion on its website.

Jennie Garth described the omission of her late '90210' co-star Shannen Doherty from the Oscars' 'In Memoriam' segment as 'messed up' during a TMZ interview.
Shannen Doherty, who passed away in July 2024 after a long battle with cancer, was included in the Academy's online In Memoriam database but not in the televised tribute.
Fans and representatives expressed disappointment over the exclusion, especially given Doherty's contributions to film and television, including roles in 'Heathers' and 'Mallrats.'
Other prominent figures, such as Michelle Trachtenberg and Tony Todd, were also left out of the broadcasted tribute, sparking further criticism of the Academy's selection process.
The Academy has not issued a statement addressing the omissions, leaving many viewers and industry members questioning the criteria for inclusion in the segment.