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Catherine O’Hara RIP

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Allira Sat 31-Jan-26 10:40:20

Oreo

I have never heard of this actress so was bemused to see all the publicity around her.
I honestly think that 71 only seems young to those a bit older than that.It’s not a bad life if you reach that age really.

71 seems young these days.

The average life expectancy for women in Canada is 84 - 85 years, but as Catherine O'Hara lived in the USA I assume we should use that criterion, which is 81 years.

Oreo Sat 31-Jan-26 10:21:49

I have never heard of this actress so was bemused to see all the publicity around her.
I honestly think that 71 only seems young to those a bit older than that.It’s not a bad life if you reach that age really.

henetha Sat 31-Jan-26 10:16:24

She was unforgettable as Moira in Schitts Creek. Absolutely brilliant actress. So sad that she's died comparatively young. RIP.

Basgetti Sat 31-Jan-26 09:42:26

BlueBelle

Another name I don’t know I never ever watched ‘home alone’
and avoid American films wherever
I can She’s not that old is she I think of 71 as very young it says short illness so sounds a bit sudden

You’re missing out on a whole lot of fantastic films.

Usedtobeblonde Fri 30-Jan-26 22:55:15

Schitts Creek is an absolute classic and Catherine as Moira Rose a triumph.
It took me several episodes to realise she was Kevin’s mum in home alone.
RIP Catherine.

Allira Fri 30-Jan-26 22:36:33

"I feel like we forgot something,"
"We did it! We forgot Kevin!".
Classic!

I've not watched Schitts Creek. Time to do so, I think.

RIP Catherine O’Hara

petra Fri 30-Jan-26 21:57:49

For the fans.
www.youtube.com/shorts/ZkWqh2Lh4k0

petra Fri 30-Jan-26 21:51:51

We have just finished the whole series for the 3rd time.
Obviously we are huge fans of Schitts Creek. ❤️
Such clever casting 😂

Maggymay Fri 30-Jan-26 21:40:19

We have just finished watching the entire series of Schitts Creek. Catherine was brilliant in the part of Moira Rose.

Maremia Fri 30-Jan-26 21:26:03

Was just talking about Shitt's Creek today.

WhiteSwan63 Fri 30-Jan-26 19:49:05

This is so sad and such a talented actor. RIP Catherine. We loved her in Home Alone and especially Schitts Creek. 💐

Grandmabatty Fri 30-Jan-26 19:48:14

She was an underrated actress who was good at both comedy and drama. 71 is no age at all

GrannyGravy13 Fri 30-Jan-26 19:33:03

RIP 💐

Great films, and family memories

ViceVersa Fri 30-Jan-26 19:22:45

Really sad news indeed. She was absolutely iconic as Moira Rose in Schitt's Creek, as well as Home Alone.

Georgesgran Fri 30-Jan-26 19:18:45

My DDs are devastated - brought up on Home Alone, Beetlejuice and later Schitts Creek. Kevin!!!

BlueBelle Fri 30-Jan-26 19:15:28

Another name I don’t know I never ever watched ‘home alone’
and avoid American films wherever
I can She’s not that old is she I think of 71 as very young it says short illness so sounds a bit sudden

Grannynannywanny Fri 30-Jan-26 19:10:52

Sad to read that actress Catherine O’Hara has died aged 71. She was a wonderful performer. I watched Home Alone recently for the umpteenth time with my grandchildren.

My absolute favourite performance was as Moira Rose in the very funny series Schitt’s Creek . I’ve watched the entire series twice over and I love it.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/ce3z390d5klt