Luke Perry will be honored in the season premiere of “Riverdale”, with his former “Beverly Hills, 90210” co-star Shannen Doherty guest starring.
Luke Perry poses for a portrait in New York. Perry, who gained instant heartthrob status as wealthy rebel Dylan McKay on “Beverly Hills, 90210”. Image: AP/Jeff Christensen
Mark Pedowitz, president of The CW, told TV critics on Sunday, Aug. 4 that the episode is “a moving piece” and “a tribute to our friend and a well-respected actor.”
Perry died in March at age 52 after a massive stroke. His death occurred in the middle of filming for season three and was not mentioned on the show. Producers opted until the season four premiere airing Oct. 9 to address what happened to Perry’s character Fred Andrews, the father of Archie.
Molly Ringwald is expected to have a bigger role as Archie’s mother.
Doherty stars in Fox’s “BH90210” reboot series debuting Wednesday, Aug. 7. It is expected to also honor Perry. RGA
RELATED STORIES:
Shock over Luke Perry’s untimely passing
Shannen Doherty to pay homage to Luke Perry in fourth season of ‘Riverdale’