Apple TV Cancels 'The Studio' Panel After Catherine O'Hara's Death

The planned press event in Santa Monica will no longer feature the show's stars.

Jan. 30, 2026 at 7:47pm

Apple TV has canceled an upcoming panel discussion for the series 'The Studio' at a planned press day next week following the passing of beloved actress and comedy legend Catherine O'Hara on Friday. The panel was set to feature the show's stars Seth Rogen, Ike Barinholtz, Kathryn Hahn and Chase Sui Wonders as a teaser for Season 2, but will no longer go on as planned.

Why it matters

Catherine O'Hara was a highly respected and acclaimed actress known for her iconic comedic roles. Her unexpected passing has understandably led Apple TV to cancel the planned 'The Studio' panel out of respect for her memory and the show's cast and crew.

The details

The panel discussion was scheduled to take place during an Apple TV press day on Tuesday, February 3 in Santa Monica, California. It was intended to provide a preview of the upcoming second season of 'The Studio', though O'Hara was not originally slated to participate.

  • Catherine O'Hara passed away on Friday, January 31, 2026.
  • The canceled 'The Studio' panel was scheduled for Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

The players

Catherine O'Hara

A beloved and acclaimed actress known for her iconic comedic roles in films and television.

Seth Rogen

One of the stars of the Apple TV series 'The Studio'.

Ike Barinholtz

One of the stars of the Apple TV series 'The Studio'.

Kathryn Hahn

One of the stars of the Apple TV series 'The Studio'.

Chase Sui Wonders

One of the stars of the Apple TV series 'The Studio'.

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The takeaway

The unexpected passing of comedy legend Catherine O'Hara has led Apple TV to cancel a planned press event for its series 'The Studio' out of respect for her memory and the show's cast and crew. This highlights the profound impact that the loss of a beloved performer can have on the entertainment industry.