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Catherine O’Hara, the beloved actress best known for her roles in Home Alone, Schitt’s Creek, The Nightmare Before Christmas and, most recently, The Studio, has died, multiple reports indicate. Her manager confirmed the news to several outlets on January 30, 2026. As fans and industry peers grieve the loss, many are also asking what her cause of death was since her manager noted she had a “brief illness.”
Below, get updates on everything we know so far about O’Hara’s death as Hollywood grieves the late, talented veteran actor.
How Old Was Catherine O’Hara When She Died?
O’Hara was 71 when she died on January 30, 2026.
How Did Catherine O’Hara Die? Her Cause of Death Updates
At the time of publication, O’Hara’s exact cause of death has not been disclosed. Her manager told Variety on January 30 that she died following a “brief illness.”
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