Catherine O'Hara, the acclaimed actor best known for her roles in Schitt's Creek, Home Alone, and Best in Show, has died at the age of 71.
Her manager confirmed to Variety that O'Hara died on Friday, January 30. The cause of death has not been disclosed.
O'Hara experienced a major career resurgence later in life, earning widespread acclaim for her portrayal of Moira Rose on the CBC sitcom Schitt's Creek, starring alongside Eugene Levy, Dan Levy, and Annie Murphy. The role earned her an Emmy Award and introduced her to a new generation of viewers.
Following the series' success, she appeared in high-profile television projects including HBO’s The Last of Us and Apple TV+’s The Studio, where she portrayed a veteran Hollywood executive. The second season of The Studio had recently begun filming.
Her extensive filmography also includes Beetlejuice, After Hours, and Waiting for Guffman.
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