Teen Drama Links for July 15, 2025
Birth and death are polar opposites, but here we are with both milestones in our teen drama world in a span of a few days.
Sunday, July 13, marked one year since Shannen Doherty (Brenda, Beverly Hills, 90210) died. It was also three years since the passing of Jessica Klein (executive producer, Beverly Hills, 90210).
Now today, Tuesday, July 15, is the 52nd birthday of Brian Austin Green (David, Beverly Hills, 90210) and the 36th birthday of Tristan Wilds (Dixon, 90210). It’s also my 38th birthday. And tomorrow, Wednesday, July 16, is the 38th birthday of AnnaLynne McCord (Naomi, 90210).
It’s a time to celebrate and a time to grieve. Life is full of multitudes in that way, I guess.
Teen Drama Links for July 15, 2025
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Reminder: All lists and articles relate to the teen dramas or teen drama stars in some way.
“Only 17% Of Millennials Can Identify More Than 12/15 Of These TV Characters From A Single Photo” (BuzzFeed)
“Only People Who Grew Up Watching ‘90s TV Shows Will Score 100% On This Single-Frame Quiz” (BuzzFeed)
“These 15 Summer-Themed TV Episodes Are Worth Binging For The Season” (BuzzFeed)
“Remembering Shannen Doherty, 1 Year After Her Death: See the Sweetest Photos of Her and the Beverly Hills, 90210 Cast” (People)
“Gossip Girl and Friends made me want to move to NYC — I visited to see if the city still lives up to the hype of millennial TV shows” (The Independent)
“This Ivanka Trump Dress Probably Looks Familiar To Blake Lively And Gossip Girl Fans” (Glam)
“Blake Lively, Jerry Seinfeld, Jon Hamm, Joe Jonas and More Got Packed Away in Foam by JR at Chanel’s Tribeca Dinner” (The Hollywood Reporter)
“12 Actors Who Hated Playing Their Characters” (Slashfilm)
“These 10 TV Shows Got So Big, Their Endings Were Always Going To Divide Fans” (Screen Rant)
“Songs That Spark a TV Memory: ‘Chasing Cars,’ ‘Goo Goo Muck,’ ‘At This Moment,’ ‘Love Story,’ ‘Back in Black,’ ‘Wayward Son’ and 40+ Others” (TVLine)
“What Being Team Conrad Or Jeremiah Says About Your Dream TV Boyfriend” (Brit + Co)
“Roshan Sethi & Karan Soni on ‘A Nice Indian Boy,’ Love, and Feel-Good Cinema” (CityHub)
“Today in History: Thursday, July 10, 2025” (Programming Insider)
Best of the Rest
The TCA Awards nominations feature several teen drama connections… (TVLine)
Michelle Williams (Jen, Dawson’s Creek) and Seth Rogen (Bob, Dawson’s Creek) were both nominated for Individual Achievement in Comedy.
Williams’ “Dying for Sex” was nominated for Outstanding Achievement in Movies, Miniseries or Specials, as was “Sirens,” starring Meghann Fahy, who appeared on “Gossip Girl.”
Rogen’s “The Studio” and “Nobody Wants This,” created by Erin Foster (Heather, The O.C.), were nominated for Outstanding New Program and Outstanding Achievement in Comedy.
“Nobody Wants This” is executive-produced by Foster, Sara Foster (Jen, 90210), and Kristen Bell (Gossip Girl, Gossip Girl), who stars alongside Adam Brody (Seth, The O.C.).
“The Studio” and “The White Lotus,” created by Mike White (producer, Dawson’s Creek), were nominated for Program of the Year.
“White Lotus” was also nominated for Outstanding Achievement in Drama, as was “Matlock,” created by Jennie Snyder Urman (co-executive producer, 90210), which also scored an Outstanding New Program nod.
The Daytime Emmys nominations also feature several teen drama connections… (Deadline)
Greg Rikaart (David, Dawson’s Creek) was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Daytime Drama Series.
Gregory Harrison (Paul, One Tree Hill) and Jonathan Jackson, who appeared on “One Tree Hill,” were both nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Daytime Drama Series.
McCord was nominated for Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series.
The Primetime Emmys nominations will be out later today.
Tori Spelling (Donna, Beverly Hills, 90210) and Ian Ziering (Steve, Beverly Hills, 90210) each paid tribute to Doherty on the anniversary of her passing. (Instagram / Instagram)
Spelling also attended an event in Doherty’s memory, per a story on her Instagram.
For Ziering, this was the first time he commented on her death.
Also: “Shannen Doherty Remembered on 1st Anniversary of Her Death by Sarah Michelle Gellar, Rose McGowan and More: ‘You Are Missed’” (People)
Shawn Levy (Howard, Beverly Hills, 90210) will produce a new Night at the Museum movie. (Deadline)
Lucy Liu (Courtney, Beverly Hills, 90210) has joined the cast of The Devil Wears Prada 2. (Variety)
Walton Goggins, who appeared on “Beverly Hills, 90210,” has joined the voice cast of Harry and the Mutant Mid-Century Furniture. (Deadline)
The film will also feature the voice of Seth Green (Wayne, Beverly Hills, 90210).
Eva Longoria, who also appeared on “Beverly Hills, 90210,” will direct and produce an adaptation of Anita de Monte Laughs Last. (Deadline)
Joshua Jackson (Pacey, One Tree Hill) did a new interview tied to Oracle 3. (CBC)
I think I missed this one last month: “Joshua Jackson Returns to Audio Drama Oracle 3, Reveals How Parenting Impacts His Career” (People)
Jensen Ackles (CJ, Dawson’s Creek) was on “Live with Kelly and Mark.” (YouTube)
There’s an additional clip.
Ackles reunited with his “Supernatural” co-stars to reflect on the show’s 20th anniversary. (TV Insider)
Rikaart did an interview about his new “Soapy” podcast. (People)
“Virgin River,” starring Alexandra Breckenridge (Kate, Dawson’s Creek), was renewed by Netflix for an eighth season just days after production wrapped on the seventh. (Deadline)
That seventh season is set to feature Austin Nichols (Julian, One Tree Hill).
Particle, co-written by Autumn Reeser (Taylor, The O.C.), was selected for the Festival of New Musicals. (National Alliance for Musical Theatre)
Chris Pratt (Che, The O.C.) will reprise his voice role as Garfield in a sequel to The Garfield Movie. (Deadline)
Chris Brown (Will, The O.C.) pleaded not guilty to the remaining charges in his London assault case. (Associated Press)
Jeffrey Dean Morgan (Joe, The O.C.) will recur in Amazon’s “Sterling Point.” (Deadline)
The show is set to star Ella Rubin (Pippa, Gossip Girl spinoff) and be executive-produced by Josh Schwartz (creator, The O.C. / creator, Gossip Girl / executive producer, Gossip Girl spinoff) and Stephanie Savage (executive producer, The O.C. / creator, Gossip Girl / executive producer, Gossip Girl spinoff). It was created by Megan Park, who is married to Tyler Hilton (Chris, One Tree Hill).
Morgan’s character is named Joe, the same as the character he played on “The O.C.”
Morgan was on the “Not Just Football” podcast. (YouTube)
Erica Messer (writer, The O.C.) did press for the season finale of “Criminal Minds: Evolution.”
“‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ Boss On Voit’s Future With BAU, The Disciple & What To Expect From Season 19” (Deadline)
“Criminal Minds showrunner teases season 19’s time jump and Voit’s Ted Bundy return: ‘A big media frenzy’” (Entertainment Weekly)
“Criminal Minds Boss Talks Finale’s Chilling Tease, Reveals Season 19 Time Jump and ‘Overdue’ [Spoiler] Arc” (TVLine)
“‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ Boss Talks Finale Reveal & Teases BAU and Voit’s New Challenges in Season 19” (TV Insider)
“‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ Showrunner Breaks Down the Finale’s Shocking Moments and Teases Season 19: ‘There Is a New Threat’” (Collider)
“‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ Boss Unpacks That Shocking Voit Finale Cliffhanger” (Parade)
Leila Gerstein (writer, The O.C. / co-executive producer, Gossip Girl) has left Amazon’s “Every Year After” and was replaced by Amy B. Harris (consulting producer, Gossip Girl). (The Hollywood Reporter)
With “Drama Queens” about to start the ninth and final season of “One Tree Hill,” Bethany Joy Lenz (Haley, One Tree Hill), Sophia Bush (Brooke, One Tree Hill), and Robert Buckley (Clay, One Tree Hill) announced a live finale recording to take place at TRIC in November. (Instagram/OTH Merch)
The announcement, which was discussed on yesterday’s podcast, confirms “Drama Queens” will be ending with the rewatch’s conclusion.
The live taping is coinciding with Friends With Benefit’s “Happy Hallowthankmas” event.
“Sullivan’s Crossing,” starring Chad Michael Murray (Lucas, One Tree Hill), is now streaming on Netflix. (USA Today)
Nichols has started doing press for I Know What You Did Last Summer.
“Austin Nichols talks ‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’” (KTLA)
“Old Blood to New Blood” (The Industry Mag)
Nichols spoke at the Austin Film Festival’s summer camp. (Instagram)
Leven Rambin (Chloe, One Tree Hill) revealed she got married. (Instagram)
Chace Crawford (Nate, Gossip Girl) opened up about how he “Balances Hollywood, Fitness, and Building a Brand.” (Men’s Journal)
Ed Westwick (Chuck, Gossip Girl) has joined Gamblr as a shareholder and stars in the company’s new campaign. (Twitter)
Jessica Szohr (Vanessa, Gossip Girl) was on the “Money Rehab” podcast. (Apple Podcasts)
Watch Brittany Snow (Young Lily, Gossip Girl) in the trailer for Netflix’s “The Hunting Wives.” (YouTube)
The aforementioned Sara Foster was on “Watch What Happens Live.” (YouTube)
There are additional clips.
Natalie Morales (Ashley, 90210) has joined the cast of Amazon’s You Deserve Each Other, which is set to star Penn Badgley (Dan, Gossip Girl) and the aforementioned Fahy. (Deadline)
Scheana Shay, who appeared on “90210,” is releasing a memoir called My Good Side next week. (Variety)