Sarah Michelle Gellar Hails Shannen Doherty as 'Warrior' in Ongoing Battle with Stage 4 Breast Cancer

Doherty's Stage 4 Breast Cancer has metastasized to her brain since its initial diagnosis in 2015, bringing new complexities to her struggle, but she continues to fight with resilience amid ongoing support from friends and fans.

Shannen Doherty was initially diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015, went into remission in 2017, and has been living with stage 4 breast cancer since 2020.
The cancer has now metastasized to her brain, a development she shared via an emotional Instagram update in June.
Despite the complexities of her condition, Doherty maintains a fighting spirit, recently stating at 90s Con, 'I have a fight for my life, that I deal with every day. I think I am really great.'
Sarah Michelle Gellar has verbalized her support and admiration for Doherty, labeling her a 'warrior' and 'the definition of resilience', demonstrating the outpouring of support from friends and fans.
Gellar insists that Doherty's experiences with cancer do not define her but have significantly impacted her and everyone around her.