The news of Shannen Doherty’s passing caught the world by storm and left many mourning. The Charmed star was 53 and battled cancer for the past seven years of her life.
Before her tragic passing, she made a heartbreaking post online.
During her battle with the disease, Doherty often shared updates regarding her health condition. She was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015 when she disclosed that she had ‘invasive breast cancer metastatic to at least one lymph node.’
After several surgeries and treatments, the 90210 star experienced remission after her initial cancer diagnosis, but the disease later returned.
In 2020, she shared the devastating news that she had been diagnosed with stage four breast cancer, a severe stage where the cancer spreads to various parts of the body.
In 2023, Doherty confirmed that the cancer had metastasized to her brain and bones, resulting in surgery that removed ‘almost all’ of the brain tumor.
In her final social media post, the actress shared a clip from the Let’s Be Clear podcast on her Instagram page.
“So, you know, for the first time in I have no idea how long, I’m going to be on chemo for I have no idea if it’s going to be, you know, three months or if its going to be six months or if we are going, you know, if after three months if it’s not working if we’re going to change again,” he said in the clip.
“Like, I don’t really, that’s not something that I can predict. It’s not something my doctors can predict and it’s scary.
“It’s like a big wake up call at the same time I got to say that there is some positivity there and the positivity is that because my molecular structure of my cancer cells changed recently.
“It means that there’s a lot more protocols for me to try. So, you know, for the first time in a couple months probably I feel hopeful because there are so many more protocols now.”
“Whereas before I was hopeful but I was still getting prepared.”
Doherty’s death was confirmed yesterday, July 14, by her friend and publicist Leslie Sloane.
“It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of actress Shannen Doherty.
“On Saturday, July 13, she lost her battle with cancer after many years of fighting the disease. The devoted daughter, sister, aunt and friend was surrounded by her loved ones as well as her dog, Bowie. The family asks for their privacy at this time so they can grieve in peace.”
We are so very sorry for this devastating loss. May she rest in peace.
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Grandmothers often grapple with the dilemma of balancing family responsibilities with their personal well-being. Here, we delve into four real-life scenarios showcasing the complexities they face.
1. The Overbearing Rules Dilemma: Asked to babysit, one grandmother was confronted with a long list of rules from her daughter-in-law, including dietary restrictions and limited screen time. Feeling stifled and isolated, she stood her ground, refusing to comply with demands that infringed on her personal boundaries. As she asserted, “I’m not a pushover. I have rights too.”
2. Financial vs. Familial Duties: Another grandmother was tasked with caring for her newborn grandchild while her daughter returned to work. Despite financial strain, she hesitated, feeling her parenting duties had been fulfilled. Suggesting a paid arrangement, she urged her daughter to consider alternative childcare options, balancing financial constraints with her own well-being. As she explained, “I love my grandchild, but I can’t sacrifice my own well-being.”
3. The Petty Revenge: Feeling unappreciated, one grandmother playfully disrupted her grandchild’s nap, highlighting the overlooked contributions of grandparents. As she quipped, “Sometimes you have to remind them of our value.”
4. Choosing Rest Over Responsibilities: Prioritizing self-care, a 56-year-old grandmother declined to babysit during her vacation, emphasizing the need for personal time despite her daughter’s financial struggles. As she reasoned, “I need to take care of myself too, or I won’t be any good to anyone.”
These stories unveil the intricate balance grandmothers navigate between familial duties and personal needs in intergenerational relationships.
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