NEWS: Actress Catherine O’Hara Has Passed Away

Variety is reporting that legendary actress Catherine O’Hara has passed away.

Many know O’Hara as Kevin’s mom from the Home Alone movies, but the legendary actress was also known as the star of the hit TV series Schitt’s Creek, as well as Beetlejuice, among a number of other popular films.

O’Hara received many awards throughout her illustrious career, including two Primetime Emmy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and two Screen Actors Guild Awards. She started her career in 1976 with the sketch comedy series Second City Television. She followed that up by starring in movies like After Hours, Beetlejuice, Home Alone, and Home Alone 2. She also starred in several mockumentary films, including Waiting for Guffman, Best in Show, and more.

However, her turn as Moira Rose in the CBC sitcom Schitt’s Creek earned her a Primetime Emmy Award, as well as a Golden Globe Award. The CBC series has become a global hit.

O’Hara was 71 years old and is survived by her husband and children. Our thoughts go out to her friends and family.

Thank you for all the laughs, Catherine O’Hara.