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Emmy-winning actress Catherine O’Hara has passed away at the age of 71. Her manager confirmed the news on Friday, January 30, 2026.
Details surrounding her death have not yet been released. The Los Angeles Fire Department told ABC News that they received a call for medical assistance at 4:48 a.m. at an address connected to O’Hara. She was transported to a hospital in serious condition.
O’Hara was celebrated for her iconic roles in film and television, including Schitt’s Creek, Beetlejuice, and Home Alone. In the 1990 holiday classic Home Alone, she played Kate McCallister, the devoted mother of a young Macaulay Culkin, a role that captured the hearts of audiences and became a defining performance in her career.
Her talent, charm, and unforgettable performances leave behind a lasting legacy in the world of entertainment.
