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Remembering Catherine O’Hara: Iconic Actress and Comedic Talent

Catherine O’Hara, the celebrated Emmy-winning actress known for her roles in Beetlejuice and Home Alone, passed away on January 30, 2026, at 71, at her Brentwood home in Los Angeles. Her agency, Creative Artists Agency, confirmed her death followed a brief illness. While the official cause has not been disclosed, O’Hara had a rare condition called situs inversus, where her internal organs were mirrored. O’Hara’s career was marked by unforgettable performances, including Delia Deetz in Beetlejuice, and her iconic scream of 'Kevin!' in Home Alone, which remain memorable highlights of classic films. Macaulay Culkin, her co-star, paid tribute to her heartfeltly. Notably, O’Hara briefly joined the cast of Saturday Night Live in 1981 but left after one week due to loyalty to her previous show, SCTV, which was renewed unexpectedly. She later hosted SNL twice in the early 1990s. O’Hara’s legacy continues to be celebrated for her comedic genius and influence on film and television, leaving a lasting impact on generations of audiences and fellow performers.

Remembering Catherine O’Hara: Iconic Actress and Comedic Talent

Catherine O’Hara, the celebrated Emmy-winning actress known for her roles in Beetlejuice and Home Alone, passed away on January 30, 2026, at 71, at her Brentwood home in Los Angeles. Her agency, Creative Artists Agency, confirmed her death followed a brief illness. While the official cause has not been disclosed, O’Hara had a rare condition called situs inversus, where her internal organs were mirrored. O’Hara’s career was marked by unforgettable performances, including Delia Deetz in Beetlejuice, and her iconic scream of 'Kevin!' in Home Alone, which remain memorable highlights of classic films. Macaulay Culkin, her co-star, paid tribute to her heartfeltly. Notably, O’Hara briefly joined the cast of Saturday Night Live in 1981 but left after one week due to loyalty to her previous show, SCTV, which was renewed unexpectedly. She later hosted SNL twice in the early 1990s. O’Hara’s legacy continues to be celebrated for her comedic genius and influence on film and television, leaving a lasting impact on generations of audiences and fellow performers.

Macaulay Culkin Said Catherine O'Hara Died They Had Unfinished Business

Macaulay Culkin says he owed 'Home Alone' mom Catherine O'Hara a favor when she died in January, so now there is "unfinished business" between them.

Macaulay Culkin Says He Has “Unfinished Business” With ‘Home Alone’ Mother Catherine O’Hara

"I feel like I owed her a favour — and I don't like having an outstanding debt," the actor said of his relationship with the late Emmy winner.