Spelling Criticizes Oscars for Doherty Memorial Omission

Tori Spelling expressed deep disappointment over the omission of her late friend Shannen Doherty from the In Memoriam segment of the 2025 Oscars. Doherty, who passed away in July 2024 at age 53 from cancer, was not included in the televised tribute, despite her significant contributions to both film and television, including roles in 'Heathers' and 'Mallrats'. This exclusion was particularly poignant for Spelling, as it marked the third time someone close to her, including her father Aaron Spelling and co-star Luke Perry, was omitted from the Oscars' memorial. Spelling noted the widespread outrage among fans and emphasized the importance of recognizing Doherty's legacy on the big screen. The Academy has a history of omitting some names due to time constraints, but those excluded are typically listed on their website. Despite this, Spelling found Doherty's absence from the broadcast extremely disappointing and personally triggering.