Brenda Walsh

Brenda Walsh, portrayed by Shannen Doherty, is a fictional character in the Beverly Hills, 90210 franchise. She was the original show's female lead through the first four seasons, until Doherty's departure prompted her character to be written out. In the 1000th issue of Entertainment Weekly, Brenda Walsh was selected as the daughter for "The Perfect TV Family." Brenda returned in the franchise's third spin-off, 90210. Brenda, along with fraternal... more

Brenda Walsh, portrayed by Shannen Doherty, is a fictional character in the Beverly Hills, 90210 franchise. She was the original show's female lead through the first four seasons, until Doherty's departure prompted her character to be written out. In the 1000th issue of Entertainment Weekly, Brenda Walsh was selected as the daughter for "The Perfect TV Family." Brenda returned in the franchise's third spin-off, 90210. Brenda, along with fraternal twin Brandon Walsh, lived in Minnesota until their father, Jim Walsh, got a promotion and was forced to move to Beverly Hills in 1990. The show initially focused on their struggles with culture shock and their relationships with their new Beverly Hills friends, Donna Martin, Andrea Zuckerman, Kelly Taylor, Dylan McKay, and Steve Sanders. The key exploration of her character came during a series of episodes involving a romance with Brandon's loner friend Dylan McKay—who had long had the attention of Brenda's best friend Kelly as well. Brenda... less