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Catherine O’Hara Still Alive, Reports of death False
Recent reports circulating online claiming the death of Canadian actress Catherine O’Hara are false. As of january 31, 2026, O’Hara is alive and well. The misinformation originated from a false report published by the website TMZ, which has as been retracted.
Early Career and Home alone Fame
Catherine O’Hara began her career in Canadian television in the 1970s. She gained international recognition for her role as Kate McCallister, the mother of Kevin McCallister (Macaulay culkin), in the 1990 film Home alone and its 1992 sequel, Home alone 2: Lost in New York.
Collaboration with Christopher Guest
O’Hara is highly regarded for her work with director Christopher Guest, appearing in several of his mockumentary films, including Best in Show (2000) and A Mighty Wind (2003). these films showcase her improvisational skills and comedic timing.
schitt’s Creek and Recent Success
More recently,O’Hara received widespread critical acclaim for her portrayal of Moira Rose in the Canadian sitcom Schitt’s Creek (2015-2020). she won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Led Actress in a Comedy Series for her performance in 2020. The show itself garnered numerous awards and a dedicated fanbase.
Addressing the False Report
The initial report of O’Hara’s death caused widespread concern among fans.However, representatives for the actress quickly confirmed that the reports were inaccurate. The source