How did Catherine O’Hara die? Schitt’s Creek star passes away at 71
The famous actor has passed away. Here’s the latest.
Star of Schitt’s Creek Catherine O’Hara has passed away at the age of 71, it was announced by her manager.
The Canadian actor was also known for her work as Kevin McAllister’s mother in Home Alone. She also starred in Waiting for Guffman, Best in Show, A Mighty Wind, and For Your Consideration.
For her work on Schitt’s Creek, where she played Moira Rose, O’Hara won an Emmy.
Details regarding her death have not been released. It has been reported that she passed away after a brief illness.
Catherine O'Hara was such a talent, and these scenes with her in Schitt's Creek will always make me laugh. RIP to a legend tbh pic.twitter.com/zS4iujxTLA
— Spencer Althouse (@SpencerAlthouse) January 30, 2026
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