Catherine O'Hara Dies at 71 as Hollywood Icons Honor Her Legacy

Catherine O'Hara, the Emmy-winning star of "Schitt's Creek" and "Home Alone," died on January 30, 2026, at the age of 71 following a brief undisclosed illness in Los Angeles. Hollywood figures including Tim Burton, Michael Keaton, and Dan Levy shared emotional tributes after she was rushed to the hospital with breathing difficulties. The actress is survived by her husband, Bo Welch, and two sons, having last appeared in public just two weeks ago at an event in West Hollywood.Colleagues such as Macaulay Culkin and Annie Murphy highlighted her professional brilliance and infectious laughter following the announcement from the Creative Artists Agency. She was recently nominated for a 2025 Emmy for her performance in the Apple TV+ series "The Studio" while maintaining her long-standing reputation as a dedicated mother and wife.Emergency services responded to her Brentwood home early Friday morning before her condition was declared serious at a local medical facility. Her family intends to hold a private celebration of life to honor her extensive contributions to film and television over the past five decades.