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Jennie Garth reveals '90210' co-star as her 'first true love'
The actress opens up about her relationship with late actor Luke Perry during their time on the hit 90s show.
Apr. 9, 2026 at 2:46am
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A glittering, high-fashion texture captures the enduring allure of 1990s TV stardom.Beverly Hills TodayJennie Garth, known for her role as Kelly Taylor on the popular 1990s TV series 'Beverly Hills, 90210', has revealed that her co-star Luke Perry was her 'first true love' when they worked together on the show. Garth made the admission in a recent interview with People magazine, reflecting on their close relationship during the height of the show's success.
Why it matters
Garth and Perry's on-screen chemistry as Brandon and Kelly was a major part of the show's appeal, and their off-screen relationship was the subject of much speculation by fans. This revelation provides a rare glimpse into the personal lives of the '90210' cast and the deep bonds that formed between the actors during that era.
The details
In the interview, Garth openly discussed the nature of her relationship with Perry, who passed away in 2019. 'Yeah. I do think he was my first true love,' she told People. The two actors starred together on 'Beverly Hills, 90210' from 1990 to 2000, playing the iconic on-again, off-again couple Brandon and Kelly.
- Jennie Garth and Luke Perry starred together on 'Beverly Hills, 90210' from 1990 to 2000.
- Luke Perry passed away in 2019.
The players
Jennie Garth
An American actress best known for her role as Kelly Taylor on the hit 1990s TV series 'Beverly Hills, 90210'.
Luke Perry
An American actor who rose to fame for his role as Dylan McKay on 'Beverly Hills, 90210' and sadly passed away in 2019.
What they’re saying
“Yeah. I do think he was my first true love.”
— Jennie Garth, Actress
The takeaway
Garth's revelation about her relationship with her late co-star Luke Perry provides a poignant look into the personal lives of the 'Beverly Hills, 90210' cast, highlighting the deep bonds that can form between actors working closely together on a hit TV show.
