Jennie Garth Calls Out Oscars for Snubbing Shannen Doherty in In Memoriam Tribute

Published March 7, 2025

The 2024 Academy Awards are facing backlash after failing to include Shannen Doherty in their In Memoriam tribute, and Jennie Garth isn’t having it.

When asked about the omission by TMZ in New York this week, the Beverly Hills, 90210 alum didn’t hold back, saying, “Yeah, that’s messed up.” When pressed on whether the Oscars should apologize, Garth added, “Maybe.”

Fans Outraged Over the Snub

Doherty, best known for her roles in Beverly Hills, 90210 and Charmed, passed away in 2024 after a lengthy battle with cancer. She also starred in films like Mallrats and Heathers, making her absence from the televised tribute particularly frustrating for fans.

While Hollywood legends like Gene Hackman were honoured in the emotional segment, Doherty’s name was only included in a lengthier list on the Academy’s website—a move that many believe wasn’t enough.

A Pattern of Snubs?

This isn’t the first time the Oscars have faced criticism for omitting notable stars from their annual tribute. Every year, fans call out the Academy for overlooking beloved actors, and this time, Doherty’s absence is at the centre of the controversy.

What do you think—should the Oscars apologize for the snub?

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