Jennie Garth, the beloved actress known for her role as Kelly Taylor on Beverly Hills, 90210, is currently 54 years old and has been making headlines as she prepares to release her memoir, I Choose Me, on April 14, 2026. The show, which ran for 10 seasons from 1990 to 2000, has left a lasting impact on its cast and fans alike.
Garth has openly discussed the challenges she faced during her time on the show, including developing agoraphobia due to the overwhelming fan frenzy. “It was pandemonium,” she recalled, highlighting the intense pressure that came with fame.
Throughout the series, Garth’s character had a tumultuous on-and-off relationship with Luke Perry’s character, Dylan McKay. Garth admitted, “I loved him, I guess in the way everybody loved him, but to my young self, it felt like very special and unique.” This connection extended beyond the screen, as Garth had real feelings for Perry, who tragically passed away in 2019 after suffering a stroke.
In her personal life, Garth married actor Peter Facinelli in 2001, and the couple welcomed three daughters: Luca, Lola, and Fiona. However, their marriage faced difficulties, leading to Facinelli filing for divorce in 2012, which was finalized in 2013. Garth later described the aftermath of her divorce as a health crisis that required hospitalization and subsequent rehab, stating, “That’s where everything hit the fan.”
Despite the challenges, Garth has expressed some regret about participating in the Beverly Hills, 90210 reboot, indicating that the experience was not as fulfilling as she had hoped. She noted, “I noticed my light really dimming,” reflecting on the toll that her career and personal struggles have taken on her well-being.
As Garth prepares for the release of her memoir, fans and observers are eager to learn more about her journey and the lessons she has gleaned from her experiences in Hollywood. Details remain unconfirmed about the specific contents of the memoir, but it is expected to provide an intimate look into her life beyond the spotlight.
