Let me tell you a story about strength and grace under fire. Jennie Garth, the beloved actress from Beverly Hills, 90210, recently found herself at the center of an online storm. It happened after Luke Perry's sudden passing on March 4, 2019. While some of her fellow cast members, like Shannen Doherty and Ian Ziering, took to social media to pay tribute to their late friend, Jennie chose a different path. Instead of posting about Luke, she celebrated International Women’s Day by sharing a heartfelt photo of her three daughters—Luca, 21, Lola, 16, and Fiona, 12. You can imagine the backlash that followed. Internet trolls came out in full force, criticizing her for not mourning publicly. But Jennie wasn’t having it.
Why Jennie Garth Had Enough of the Online Haters
Now, let’s dive deeper into what really happened. When Jennie decided to post a picture of her daughters instead of a tribute to Luke, she wasn’t ignoring his death. Far from it. She was simply choosing how and when to express her grief. In a world where everything is scrutinized under the harsh glow of social media, Jennie knew exactly how Luke would have wanted her to handle it. “His kids were his life,” she wrote in a response to her critics. “And anyone who knew him knows that he didn’t give a damn about social media.”
Her Powerful Response to the Trolls
Jennie didn’t just sit back and take the criticism lying down. She fired back with a thoughtful and heartfelt message to her followers. “Hi everyone … I chose to post a pic of my girls today. Because they are my life. Because today is a day to celebrate all women,” she explained. She went on to say that it took a lot for her to want to celebrate anything after Luke’s passing, but she knew that’s what her dear friend would have wanted. “So please don’t assume or judge or make rude comments. That’s really uncool,” she added, signing off with a simple yet powerful, “Sincerely, Jennie.”
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A Tribute in Her Own Words
While Jennie may not have posted a tribute on Instagram, she did share her feelings with People magazine. “My heart is broken. He meant so much to so many. Such a very special person,” she said. Jennie acknowledged the deep sadness she felt, not just for herself, but for Luke’s family and everyone who loved him. “Such a terrible loss,” she added, capturing the weight of the moment in just a few words.
Tragically, Luke Perry passed away at the young age of 52 after suffering a massive stroke on February 27. As we reflect on his life and career, our thoughts remain with his family and friends during this difficult time. His legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
