Famous American actress Catherine O'Hara died on January 30, 2026, at the age of 71, according to TMZ, citing their own sources.
Life and Career
Catherine O'Hara was born on March 4, 1954, in Toronto, Canada. She was the sixth child in a family of Irish immigrants. The actress is known for her roles in iconic films and TV series, including "Home Alone" and the comedy series "Schitt's Creek".
Career Achievements
O'Hara's career began in the 1970s with voice acting roles. She gained widespread popularity for her role as Kevin's mother in the 1990 film "Home Alone". Later, she received recognition for playing Moira Rose in the series "Schitt's Creek", appearing in all 80 episodes.
Awards and Recent Works
In 2020, the actress won an Emmy Award for her work in "Schitt's Creek". Her last role was in the Apple TV+ series "The Studio" alongside Seth Rogen, for which she was nominated for an Emmy.
Personal Life
In 1992, Catherine married production designer Bo Welch. The couple had two sons - Matthew and Luke. Interestingly, she had a rare genetic peculiarity: her heart was located on the right side, but this did not affect her health.
The cause of the actress's death has not been disclosed at this time.
