Shannen Doherty’s painful confession about her expiration date

Shannen Doherty, known for her roles in “Beverly Hills, 90210” and “Charmed,” recently opened up about her hesitance to start dating again as she battles stage 4 cancer. In a candid conversation with Kelly Ripa on the podcast “Let’s Talk Off Camera,” she expressed her concerns about entering into a new relationship while dealing with her health struggles.

Doherty admitted: “Listen, I think it’s hard for somebody like me, in my personal opinion, because it’s hard to go into dating someone when you know that they might have an expiration date.” She also shared her worries about how men may perceive her due to her cancer diagnosis, saying, “It’s hard to go into dating someone when you know that they might have an expiration date.”

The 53-year-old actress explained that she believes men struggle more than women when it comes to handling “death and illness.” She expressed her fear that potential partners may not want to date her because of her condition, stating, “I think that I’m a very hard sell.”

Doherty also revealed her concerns about her physical appearance, particularly the scars from her surgeries. She expressed feeling self-conscious about her scars and the impact they may have on her confidence and relationships. She explained: “It’s more companionship than anything else. Anyway, I’m a little self-conscious, because I have so many scars from surgery that it’s like, how do you explain that ‘No, that isn’t from giving birth, that’s from reconstruction surgery.'”

Surgeries left her “very insecure” about dating

The actress further disclosed that the surgeries following her cancer diagnoses have made her feel “very insecure.” She shared the emotional toll these procedures have taken on her confidence and how they have affected her perception of herself.

Doherty’s vulnerability and honesty shed light on the emotional challenges she faces while navigating her health and personal life. Her openness about the complexities of dating and self-image in the face of illness serves as a reminder of the human experience and the impact of such circumstances on relationships.

Despite her struggles, Doherty’s resilience and willingness to share her journey resonate with many facing similar challenges. Her story serves as a source of inspiration and courage for those dealing with health issues while seeking companionship and connection.