Jennie Garth opens up about tragic loss of '90210' co-star

The actress reflects on the aftermath of her first true love's passing in new memoir

Apr. 15, 2026 at 5:17pm

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An extreme close-up of shattered glass reflecting a faint light, conceptually representing the fragility and emotional turmoil experienced after a tragic loss.Garth's memoir offers a raw, personal account of the aftermath following the tragic loss of her 'Beverly Hills, 90210' co-star and first true love.Beverly Hills Today

In her new memoir 'I Choose Me: Chasing Joy, Finding Purpose, and Embracing Reinvention', actress Jennie Garth, known for her role on the hit TV series 'Beverly Hills, 90210', opens up about the tragic loss of her co-star and first true love, and how she struggled to cope in the aftermath.

Why it matters

Garth's candid account of grief and healing provides a rare glimpse into the personal lives of celebrities, humanizing their experiences and offering solace to others who have endured similar losses.

The details

In the memoir, Garth recalls the moment she learned of the heartbreaking news about her 'Beverly Hills, 90210' co-star, whose identity is not specified in the source material. The tragic loss deeply impacted Garth, who describes feeling a strong desire to 'escape' in the wake of the tragedy.

  • Garth's memoir 'I Choose Me: Chasing Joy, Finding Purpose, and Embracing Reinvention' was published on April 15, 2026.

The players

Jennie Garth

An American actress best known for her role as Kelly Taylor on the popular 1990s TV series 'Beverly Hills, 90210'.

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The takeaway

Garth's openness about her personal struggles after the loss of her 'Beverly Hills, 90210' co-star and first true love underscores the profound impact that grief can have, even on public figures, and serves as a reminder of our shared humanity.