Okay, here’s a breakdown of the information presented in the text, focusing on key details and answering potential questions:
1. Catherine O’Hara’s Passing & Recognition:
* The text reports Catherine O’Hara has passed away. (Though the date of death isn’t explicitly stated, it’s recent as tributes are “pouring in”).
* She was 71 years old (implied by Tom Green’s tweet).
* She was a highly celebrated Canadian actress and comedian.
* She was appointed as an Officer of the Order of Canada in 2018 (shown in the image caption).
* Numerous prominent figures, including Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and comedian Tom Green, have expressed their condolences.
2. Career highlights:
* Early Career: Began her film career in 1980 with Double Negative alongside Eugene Levy. Appeared in After Hours (1985) and Heartburn (1986).
* Breakthrough Roles:
* Delia Deetz in Beetlejuice (1988) – She reprised this role in the 2024 sequel, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice.
* Kate McCallister in Home Alone and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York – A defining role that made her a holiday movie icon.
* Television:
* Hosted Saturday Night Live twice (1991, 1992).
* Returned to Second City Television (SCTV).
* Schitt’s Creek (2015-2020): A career-defining role, co-created with Eugene and Dan Levy. The show gained significant popularity on Netflix and critical acclaim.
3. Tributes & Legacy:
* she is remembered for her comedic talent and her “light.”
* Mark Carney called her a “legend” and noted her contributions to Canadian comedy, from Godspell to SCTV to Schitt’s Creek.
* Tom Green described her as “one of the greatest Canadian comedy icons of all time.”
in essence, the text is an obituary/tribute piece celebrating the life and career of Catherine O’Hara, highlighting her significant contributions to comedy and film, and showcasing the widespread grief at her passing.
