New Delhi: Hollywood has lost a comedy icon. Catherine O’Hara, the beloved star of Home Alone and Schitt’s Creek, passed away at 71 on January 30, 2026.
Her onscreen sons, Macaulay Culkin and Dan Levy, shared touching tributes that capture her magic.
Fans worldwide mourn the gem who made us laugh and cry. Read on for heartfelt words from those who knew her best on screen.
Catherine’s legendary career
Catherine O’Hara was one of Hollywood’s most legendary actors. She passed away at age 71 on January 30, leaving millions of fans heartbroken. Known for her impeccable performances, she tugged at heartstrings and tickled funny bones over decades. Off-screen, she was a true gem.
Her agency confirmed she died at her Los Angeles home after a brief illness. O’Hara shone in comedy, earning an Emmy for her role as Moira Rose in Schitt’s Creek.
Bond with Macaulay Culkin
In 1990, Catherine O’Hara and Macaulay Culkin created Christmas magic in Home Alone. She played his frantic mother, Kate McCallister. They reunited in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York in 1992.
Macaulay Culkin paid a heartwrenching tribute on social media, sharing photos of their bond. He wrote, “Mama…. I thought we had time. I wanted more. I wanted to sit in a chair next to you. I heard you. But I had so much more to say. I love you. I’ll see you later.”
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Dan Levy’s emotional note
Dan Levy shared beautiful chemistry with O’Hara as her son David Rose in Schitt’s Creek. She played the unforgettable Moira Rose.
Levy penned an emotional note, saying, “What a gift to have gotten to dance in the warm glow of Catherine O’Hara’s brilliance for all those years. Having spent over fifty years collaborating with my Dad, Catherine was extended family before she ever played my family. It’s hard to imagine a world without her in it. I will cherish every funny memory I was fortunate enough to make with her. My heart goes out to Bo, Matthew, Luke and every member of her big, beautiful family.”
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Catherine O’ Hara’s lasting legacy
Catherine O’Hara’s memories and performances will live on forever. From SCTV to Beetlejuice and Best in Show, her eccentric characters delighted generations. May she rest in peace.
