Beloved Comedian Catherine O'Hara Remembered at Funeral Service

Friends and family gathered to pay tribute to the Home Alone and Schitt's Creek star two weeks after her death.

Feb. 22, 2026 at 9:15am

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After Catherine O'Hara died on January 30 following a brief battle with cancer, her loved ones remembered her at a funeral service on Valentine's Day at St. Martin of Tours Church in Los Angeles. The beloved comedian and actress, known for her roles in Home Alone, Schitt's Creek, and many other projects, was celebrated by a host of her famous colleagues and friends, who shared heartfelt tributes to her talent, kindness, and impact.

Why it matters

Catherine O'Hara was a revered comedic icon who left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry through her iconic performances. Her death at the age of 71 was deeply felt by her many fans, co-stars, and collaborators, who came together to honor her remarkable life and legacy.

The details

The funeral service featured a commemorative pamphlet with a photo of a young O'Hara, as well as readings of poems and tributes from her close friends and colleagues. Many stars, including Macaulay Culkin, Seth Rogen, Eugene Levy, Dan Levy, Michael Keaton, and more, shared heartfelt messages about O'Hara's talent, kindness, and the profound impact she had on their lives and careers.

  • Catherine O'Hara died on January 30, 2026 after a brief battle with cancer.
  • Her funeral service was held on Valentine's Day, February 14, 2026.

The players

Catherine O'Hara

A beloved Canadian actress and comedian known for her roles in films like Home Alone and her Emmy-winning performance as Moira Rose on the TV series Schitt's Creek.

Macaulay Culkin

An actor who co-starred with O'Hara in the Home Alone films and considered her a maternal figure.

Seth Rogen

A comedian and actor who recently worked with O'Hara on his TV series The Studio and considered it an honor to collaborate with her.

Eugene Levy

A longtime friend and collaborator of O'Hara's, having worked with her on SCTV, films with Christopher Guest, and the TV series Schitt's Creek.

Dan Levy

The co-creator of Schitt's Creek, who considered O'Hara part of his extended family and was grateful for the opportunity to work with her.

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What they’re saying

“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.”

— Macaulay Culkin

“Really don't know what to say... I told O'Hara when I first met her I thought she was the funniest person I'd ever had the pleasure of watching on screen. Home Alone was the movie that made me want to make movies. Getting to work with her was a true honour. She was hysterical, kind, intuitive, generous... she made me want to make our show good enough to be worthy of her presence in it. This is just devastating. We're all lucky we got to live in a world with her in it.”

— Seth Rogen

“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. From our beginnings on the Second City stage, to SCTV, to the movies we did with Chris Guest, to our six glorious years on Schitt's Creek, I cherished our working relationship, but most of all our friendship. And I will miss her.”

— Eugene Levy

The takeaway

Catherine O'Hara's passing has left a profound void in the entertainment world, as colleagues and fans alike mourn the loss of a true comedic genius and beloved figure. Her remarkable talent, kindness, and impact on generations of actors and audiences will ensure her legacy lives on.