The heartbreaking news that comedian and actress Catherine O’Hara has died at the age of 71 has led to an outpouring of tributes from some of Hollywood’s biggest names. The likes of her former “Home Alone” co-star Macaulay Culkin have posted emotional messages online after her passing.
Having appeared in some iconic television shows and movies throughout her decades-long career, no one can argue that O’Hara didn’t live life with plenty of joy. A kind, warm, and funny person, these amazing photographs show just how much of a one-of-a-kind O’Hara genuinely was.
Catherine O’Hara in ‘Second City Television’
Along with the likes of John Candy and Eugene Levy, O’Hara was a regular on the Canadian sketch comedy series “Second City Television.” This photograph shows her posing in a picture frame in a blue suit jacket while surrounded by puppets.
Catherine O’Hara & Eugene Levy
O’Hara and Levy go back many years, having both started their careers on the sketch comedy show “Second City Television.” In this photograph, the two young actors can be seen having a good laugh together.
Posing With Macaulay Culkin
GettyHaving starred in “Home Alone” with Culkin and its sequel, the two actors shared a close bond. This was likely due to the fact that the child actor was only nine-years-old when they first worked together on the 1990 comedy film. In fact, US Magazine reports that the pair kept in touch and had numerous reunions over the years, with Culkin always referring to O’Hara as “mom.”
Celebrating a ‘Schitt’s Creek’ Win
GettyO’Hara had something of a career renaissance throughout the 2010s and 2020s with her television work. This was largely the result of her starring in the highly acclaimed comedy series “Schitt’s Creek” alongside Levy, Dan Levy, and Annie Murphy.
Catherine O’Hara and Her Husband Bo Welch
GettyO’Hara has been married to her husband Bo Welch for more than three decades. The pair first met while working on the 1988 movie “Beetlejuice,” where Welch was the production designer. They subsequently began dating and married in 1992, with the pair going on to share two sons in Matthew and Luke.
GettyAlthough they are perhaps best known for appearing together on “Schitt’s Creek,” the comedy duo worked together throughout much of their careers and shared a strong friendship. They first met back in 1972 while O’Hara was still in high school and then went on to star on screen and stage in the likes of “Second City Television,” “Best in Show,” and “A Mighty Wind.”
Enjoying a Reception
GettyNever afraid to have a good time, O’Hara can be seen at this reception wearing a leopard print coat and holding a cocktail as she poses for the camera.
