In a touching gesture, Sophie Perry, the daughter of the late actor Luke Perry, shared a heartfelt tribute to her father's close friend and "Beverly Hills, 90210" co-star, Shannen Doherty. The 24-year-old took to her Instagram story to post a black and white photo of Perry and Doherty embracing, reminiscent of the iconic prom episode from the popular teen drama.

Captivating the image with a simple white heart, Sophie honored Doherty, who passed away on Saturday after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Luke Perry, as fans may recall, tragically passed away in 2019 after suffering a deadly stroke. The actor had shared Sophie and their son Jack with his former wife, Rachel Minnie Sharp, during their marriage from 1993 to 2003.

While on "Beverly Hills, 90210," Perry and Doherty not only portrayed on-screen friends but also developed a deep bond off-screen. Gabrielle Carteris, who played Andrea on the show, acknowledged their friendship in her own tribute to Doherty, expressing, "May you RIP, [Shannen]. I know Luke is there with open arms to love you."

Earlier this year, during a panel at MegaCon Orlando, Doherty became visibly emotional when speaking about Perry's unexpected passing. Describing it as a shocking event, she shared her personal connection, stating, "As someone with cancer - and a really horrible cancer at stage 4 - I thought I would be the first to go. So when it was Luke, it really just sent me for a tailspin."

Doherty candidly revealed during the same panel that while there were moments of distance between her and Perry during their time on "Beverly Hills, 90210," their friendship had grown stronger in recent years. Losing him just as their relationship was flourishing as friends deeply impacted her, stating it was "very hard" to come to terms with his untimely passing.

In a poignant tribute to Perry on the CW series "Riverdale," in which he was starring at the time of his death, Doherty made a cameo appearance, honoring his memory. Recounting her emotional response to the opportunity, she shared, "I was crying. I was like, 'Yes, of course I'll be a part of this.' It's like his wish. It's beautiful and very special."

Perry himself had spoken highly of Doherty's contributions to their professional partnership during a "90210" panel in 2019. He acknowledged her immense impact on the show's success, stating, "None of us are up here today without Shannen." Expressing gratitude for their collaboration, he added, "She taught me a lot, and I'm just really glad she was there for me as a scene partner. Whenever we were working, there were no problems. She was great at what she did."

The enduring friendship between Luke Perry and Shannen Doherty serves as a testament to the deep connections forged within the entertainment industry. Their bond, both on and off the screen, continues to be cherished and celebrated by fans and their loved ones alike.