Catherine O’Hara Dies — A Look Back at Her Final
Death Announcement
Catherine O’Hara, beloved for roles in Schitt’s Creek,
Home Alone, and Best in Show, “has died at the age of 71,
according to TMZ.” The outlet reported she passed away Friday,
citing “two sources with direct knowledge of the situation.”
Her cause of death has not been confirmed.
Iconic Roles
O’Hara became widely known as Kate McCallister,
the frantic mother in Home Alone, a role that “helped
anchor the franchise emotionally.” She later captivated a
new generation as Moira Rose on Schitt’s Creek, appearing
in 80 episodes and helping turn the show into “a cultural phenomenon.”
Career Highlights
Her decades-long career included collaborations with
Christopher Guest in Best in Show and A Mighty Wind,
and appearances in Beetlejuice and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.
Legacy
Fans remember O’Hara for “the joy, originality, and
emotional depth she brought to the screen,” leaving a lasting mark on modern comedy.
