Beverly Hills 90210: The Iconic Series that Influenced a Generation
Beverly Hills 90210 is one of the most important series of the 1990s, becoming a worldwide phenomenon. It featured the stories of teenagers in the upscale Beverly Hills neighborhood and was not afraid to tackle difficult topics that were groundbreaking for their time. Starting October 19, viewers on Voyo can once again watch the first season of this iconic series, whose stories remain relevant today.
The iconic series of the 90s
Beverly Hills 90210 is one of s most iconic series of the 90s. The story of a group of teenagers in the upscale Beverly Hills neighborhood became a global cultural phenomenon, and characters like Brandon and Brenda Walsh, Dylan McKay, Kelly Taylor, Steve Sanders, Donna Martin, David Silver and Andrea Zuckerman became icons of their time. Starting October 19, viewers will be able to relive their stories on Voyo, where the first season of the series is available.
A Breakthrough in Television Production
This series marked a turning point in television production and defined a genre aimed at a young audience. Unlike other series of the time, it didn't just focus on love, friendship and family relationships, but also on difficult topics such as drugs, sex, racism, alcohol and bullying. Beverly Hills 90210 influenced an entire generation of viewers who began to emulate the fashion style and hairstyles of the main characters that became their inspiration. To this day, the show's opening theme song is one of the most iconic TV tunes, recognizable to almost everyone, even those who didn't watch the show regularly.
The timeless stories and fates of the cast
Although more than thirty years have passed since the show premiered, the themes and stories of the series are still relevant. Unfortunately, fate has played with some of the main actors. Shannen Doherty, who portrayed Brenda, succumbed to cancer this July after long battle. In addition to acting, she was dedicated to raising awareness of cancer and supporting those affected, and her courage was an inspiration to many people. A tragic fate also befell Luke Perry, portrayer of Dylan McKay, who died of a stroke in 2019 at the age of just 52.
Behind-the-scenes trivia
- Jason Priestley, who played Brandon Walsh, comes from twins i in real life. He was twice nominated for a Golden Globe for the role. After the series ended, he turned to i directing and car racing.
- The character of Dylan was dubbed by Martin Zounar in the first series, while in subsequent series he was replaced by Filip Jancik. He recalls the dubbing by saying: "It was a period when a new wave of series appeared in the 90s. Beverly Hills 90210 was a pioneer among high school shows, while Melrose Place was aimed at an older audience. It was because Beverly Hills 90210 was the first of its kind that it gained so many fans. It was something new."
Source: TV Nova Ltd.
