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Macaulay Culkin Honors on-Screen Mom Catherine O’Hara: ‘I Thought We Had Time’

Catherine O'Hara, 71, celebrated for iconic roles and Canadian ambassadorship, died after a brief illness, prompting heartfelt tributes from stars and fans worldwide.

  • On Friday, two-time Emmy-winning actress Catherine O'Hara, 71, died at her Los Angeles home after a brief illness, known for Schitt's Creek, Beetlejuice, Home Alone and The Studio.
  • Across Hollywood and Canada, posts poured in after the announcement, with tributes flooding social media from fellow Canadians and others. O'Hara, originally from Toronto, died on Friday.
  • Macaulay Culkin posted a heartfelt tribute, writing `Mama. I wanted more`, while Michael Bublé, Pedro Pascal, and Justin Theroux shared personal remembrances.
  • The exact cause of death has not been disclosed, and family and fans mourn O'Hara’s cross-generational impact on Canadian storytelling.
  • Justin Trudeau, former Prime Minister of Canada, called her a beloved Canadian icon who brought comedy and heart to audiences, highlighting her influence and legacy.
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Tributes are pouring in from around the world for Canadian-born film actress Catherine O'Hara, who died on Friday at the age of 71. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney described O'Hara as a legend of Canadian comedy, while actor Macaulay Culkin, who played her son in the film Home Alone, paid tribute to her with an emotional note, the BBC reports.

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Hollywood is saying goodbye to actress Catherine O'Hara, who thrilled audiences with her talent for decades. The sudden death of the star, who left an indelible mark on blockbusters like Home Alone, has affected many, including Macaulay Culkin, Meryl Streep, Michael Keaton and Pedro Pascal.

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Tributes pour in for the late great actress Catherine O’Hara

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TMZ broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Friday, January 30, 2026.
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