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Star World will scorch television screens with its brand new series 90210, a spin-off from Beverly Hills, 90210, starting today, 8pm. With promises to be “sexier, a bit controversial and with a harder edge this time”, the iconic 90s teen drama in its new avatar will confront viewers with exciting new stuff. 90210 looks at life through the eyes of the Wilson family adjusting to a new city and chic crowd. While the Wilson kids are in for surprises, let’s take a look at how the all-new 90210 stacks up against the original hit series...
The Newcomer
Beverly Hills, 90210
When her father lands a job in Beverly Hills, Brenda Walsh (Shannen Doherty) moved from Minnesota to the swish suburb of Beverly Hills
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When her father lands a job as the principal at West Beverly Hills High, Annie Wilson (Shenae Grimes) moves from Kansas to the swish surrounds of Beverly Hills.
The Spoilt Rich Girl
Beverly Hills, 90210
Kelly Taylor (Jennie Garth) was West Beverly High’s Queen of Mean who would later win the heart of high-school hottie Dylan McKay (Luke Perry).
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Naomi Clark (Anna Lynne McCord) is West Beverly High’s ruling queen. Popular, well connected and manipulative, she’s won the heart of the school’s star athlete, Ethan Ward (Dustin Milligan).
The Love Triangle
Beverly Hills, 90210
When Brenda was away in Paris, her boyfriend, Dylan, had a fling with Brenda’s best pal, Kelly. Her return to Beverly Hills forced Dylan to make a choice between the former friends.
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When Annie was visiting LA years earlier, she had a fling with Naomi’s boyfriend, Ethan. Her return to Beverly Hills forces Ethan to choose between Annie and his longtime girlfriend, Naomi.
The Cool Mum
Beverly Hills, 90210
Cindy Walsh (Carol Potter), Brenda and Brandon’s stay-at-home mum who later became a trusted friend of Dylan and Kelly.
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Debbie Wilson (Lori Loughlin) was a wedding photographer in Kansas and now begins a career in Beverly Hills as a high-fashion photographer.
The adopted son
Beverly Hills, 90210
Steve Sanders (Ian Ziering) was the adopted son of an actress. In the first season, he struggled with his adoption and went in search of his birth parents.
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A gifted athlete, Dixon Wilson (Tristan Wilds) is the adopted son of Harry and Debbie Wilson. In the first season, he struggles with being the only African-American in an all-white family.
The Nerd
Beverly Hills, 90210
Andrea Zuckerman (Gabrielle Carteris), the editor of the school newspaper, The Blaze, who befriended newcomer Brandon Walsh.
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A social outcast, Navid Shirazi (Michael Steger), the editor of the school newspaper, The Blaze, who befriends newcomer Dixon Wilson.
The Loner
Beverly Hills, 90210
David Silver (Brian Austin Green) was originally the geeky outsider who had a passion for music.
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Once part of the in-crowd, Erin Silver (Jessica Stroup) is now an outsider. A rebel, she makes a connection with new kid Annie Wilson.
The Recovering Alcoholic
Beverly Hills, 90210
Dylan Walsh battled with alcoholism and drug addiction for most of his life. He relapsed in the show’s fifth season and began a downward spiral.
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Tabitha Wilson (Jessica Walter), Harry’s mother, is a faded film star and legendary boozer. Her ailing health has forced Harry and his family to relocate to Beverly Hills to keep an eye on her.
