The entertainment world is mourning the loss of Catherine O'Hara, the celebrated actress and comedian best known for her roles in Home Alone and Schitt's Creek. O'Hara passed away at the age of 71 at her home in Los Angeles on Friday, January 30, 2026, after a brief illness.
Among those expressing their grief is Dan Levy, O'Hara's Schitt's Creek co-star, who shared a heartfelt tribute to the actress on Instagram. Levy, who played O'Hara's on-screen son David Rose in the hit sitcom, spoke of their close bond and the impact she had on his life.
In his Instagram post on Friday evening, Levy wrote, "What a gift to have gotten to dance in the warm glow of Catherine O'Hara's brilliance for all those years". He continued, "Having spent over fifty years collaborating with my Dad, Catherine was extended family before she ever played my family". Levy also extended his condolences to O'Hara's family, including her husband, production designer Bo Welch, and their sons, Matthew and Luke. "My heart goes out to Bo, Matthew, Luke and every member of her big, beautiful family," he wrote.
O'Hara's connection with the Levy family ran deep. Her professional relationship and friendship with Eugene Levy, Dan's father, spanned over five decades. They began their careers together at the Second City in Toronto in the 1970s and were among the original cast members of the sketch comedy show SCTV, which helped launch the careers of many Canadian comedians. Together, O'Hara and Eugene Levy starred in several films, including the mockumentaries directed by Christopher Guest.
In addition to Dan Levy, other members of the Schitt's Creek cast and crew have also shared tributes to O'Hara. Sarah Levy, who played Twyla Sands, posted on Instagram: "This one cuts deep. What an honour it has been to know and work with and love Catherine O'Hara. Cheers to all that you brought to this world - you will be so, so missed". Eugene Levy stated, “Words seem inadequate to express the loss I feel today. I had the honor of knowing and working with the great Catherine O'Hara for over fifty years... I cherished our working relationship, but most of all our friendship. And I will miss her. My heart goes out to Bo, Matthew, Luke, and the entire O'Hara family".
O'Hara's death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from across Hollywood. Macaulay Culkin, who played her son in Home Alone, wrote, "Mama. I thought we had time. I wanted more. I wanted to sit in a chair next to you. I heard you. But I had so much more to say. I love you. I'll see you later". Michael Keaton, her Beetlejuice co-star, shared, "We go back before the first Beetlejuice... She's been my pretend wife, my pretend nemesis and my real life, true friend. This one hurts. Man am I gonna miss her".
O'Hara's career spanned decades, with memorable roles in Beetlejuice, The Nightmare Before Christmas, and Best in Show. However, she achieved renewed acclaim for her portrayal of Moira Rose in Schitt's Creek, for which she won her second Emmy Award in 2020.
The last public reunion of the four main Schitt's Creek stars – Catherine O'Hara, Eugene Levy, Dan Levy, and Annie Murphy – was at the 2024 Emmys.
Dan Levy's tribute underscores the profound impact Catherine O'Hara had not only on the entertainment industry but also on the lives of those who had the privilege of knowing and working with her. Her comedic brilliance and her warmth will be dearly missed.
