In one of her final podcast episodes released on June 24, actress Shannen Doherty opened up about her challenging journey with cancer treatments. Doherty, best known for her role in "Beverly Hills, 90210," sadly lost her long battle with stage 4 breast cancer on Saturday at the age of 53.

During the podcast episode titled "Let's Be Clear," Doherty expressed her difficulty in facing the prospect of undergoing chemotherapy again. She shared, "I'm having to go back on chemo and it's really hard. The idea of going through that all over again has wrecked me."

The actress emphasized how the experience of going to the hospital, getting put under anesthesia, and having a port implanted had made the reality of her condition even more tangible. Doherty admitted, "It becomes very real in an incredibly different way."

Uncertain about the duration of her chemotherapy, Doherty revealed, "I have no idea if it's going to be, you know, three months or if it's going to be six months, or if after three months it's not working, if we're going to change again." The unpredictability of her treatment added to her fear and anxiety.

Doherty acknowledged that her cancer battle, coupled with her divorce from husband Kurt Iswarienko, had left her feeling overwhelmed and lacking control over her own life. As a self-proclaimed control freak, she found it challenging to accept the uncontrollable nature of her illness. Despite her efforts to explore alternative treatments, she recognized that medicine and science had been instrumental in prolonging her life.

The actress's journey was widely known as she actively shared her experiences with her fans. In an Instagram post in June 2023, Doherty shared a clip revealing the realities of cancer before her brain surgery. Expressing her fear and worry, she wrote, "The fear was overwhelming to me. Scared of all possible bad outcomes, worried about leaving my mom and how that would impact her. Worried that I would come out of surgery not me anymore."

In an interview with People, Doherty expressed her determination to keep fighting. She said, "I'm not done with living. I'm not done with loving. I'm not done with creating. I'm not done with hopefully changing things for the better. I'm just not - I'm not done."

Shannen Doherty's unwavering bravery and resilience throughout her battle with cancer touched the hearts of many. Her legacy as a talented actress and a fighter will continue to inspire and bring awareness to this devastating disease.

One month before her passing, Doherty was spotted in the company of friends in Malibu, making it one of her last public appearances. Despite her struggles, she remained surrounded by her loved ones till the end.

Shannen Doherty's strength and courageous spirit will be remembered by fans around the world. Her impact goes beyond her on-screen roles as she became an advocate and symbol of resilience in the face of adversity.