Combs and Doherty Speak Out on Podcast
In December, Shannen Doherty and Holly Marie Combs discussed the ongoing drama surrounding their time on the hit TV show Charmed on Doherty’s podcast. Doherty insisted that any narrative claiming she was not her own person was false. Combs revealed that a producer informed her that co-star Alyssa Milano had threatened to sue the show for creating a hostile work environment if Doherty wasn’t fired.
Milano Shares Sadness
During MegaCon Orlando, Alyssa Milano expressed her sadness about the toxic atmosphere that reportedly existed on set. She stated that she didn’t want to add to anyone else’s pain but felt it was necessary to be honest. Milano emphasized that she had taken accountability for her actions and had worked hard to heal from the trauma she experienced during filming.
Clash over Revisionist History
Responding to Milano’s comments, Shannen Doherty refuted the claim that she and Combs were being dishonest on the podcast. Doherty insisted that they had only shared the truth and had edited out any potentially inflammatory remarks. She emphasized that her experiences on the show had caused her significant trauma, which she had only recently begun to address publicly.
Combs Defends Herself
Holly Marie Combs also decided to share her perspective on the matter, expressing her disappointment with Milano’s contradictory statements. Combs clarified that the history she was discussing was not revisionist but rather the truth that some cast members didn’t want to acknowledge until recently. She also mentioned that while she hoped for unity among the cast, it was clear that it wasn’t going to happen.
McGowan Supports Doherty
Rose McGowan, who joined the show after Doherty’s departure, seemed to agree with Doherty’s explanation. She commented that sometimes a mess needs to be made before things can be cleaned up. McGowan suggested that years of behind-the-scenes character assassination and jealousy had contributed to the ongoing feud. Despite the conflict, she expressed pride in the show and the impact it had worldwide.
It remains to be seen if the cast members will be able to reconcile their differences and move forward.