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Culture writer Merrill Markoe celebrates Catherine O’Hara as the grande dame of off-center comedy, tracing her influence from SCTV’s sharp character work—like Dusty Towne and Lola Heatherton—to her film and TV impact in Christopher Guest ensembles, Home Alone, and the Moira Rose era, highlighting her fearless physical comedy and lasting impact on generations of funny women.
Catherine O'Hara delivered a moving and humorous eulogy for John Candy at his Toronto memorial in 1994, recalling their first meeting in 1974, Candy's generosity and loyalty, and the lasting impact of his work with SCTV and beyond.
Canadian actress Catherine O’Hara, beloved for Home Alone and Schitt’s Creek, died in Los Angeles at 71 after a brief illness, prompting tributes from family, colleagues like Eugene Levy and Dan Levy, Macaulay Culkin, and leaders including Justin Trudeau and Mark Carney, celebrating a career from SCTV to Emmy-winning Moira Rose.
Catherine O’Hara, the Canadian comedy icon known for SCTV, Home Alone, Beetlejuice, Best in Show, Waiting for Guffman, and Schitt’s Creek’s Moira Rose, has died at 71 after a brief illness, leaving a legacy as a versatile Emmy-winning performer whose work spanned stage, film, and television.
Catherine O’Hara, the Canadian comedian celebrated for SCTV, Home Alone, Beetlejuice, and Schitt’s Creek, died at 71 in Los Angeles after a brief illness. An Emmy winner for both SCTV and Schitt’s Creek, she also earned Golden Globes and SAG honors and was awarded Canada’s Order of Canada; she is survived by husband Bo Welch and sons Matthew and Luke.
Catherine O'Hara, the Emmy-winning comedian known for SCTV and Schitt's Creek, has died at 71, prompting tributes to a career spanning film, television, and stage.
Catherine O’Hara, the beloved comedian, actor and writer famed for SCTV, Schitt’s Creek, Beetlejuice and Home Alone, died at 71 in Los Angeles after a brief illness. A Toronto Second City alum, her career spanned stage, film and television and earned her an Emmy for Schitt’s Creek along with multiple Golden Globes and SAG nominations. She is survived by her husband Bo Welch and sons Matthew and Luke; a private memorial will be held by the family.
The documentary 'John Candy: I Like Me' features Conan O'Brien sharing how the Canadian comedian and SCTV alum inspired his pursuit of comedy and late-night TV, highlighting Candy's memorable sketches as a major influence.
Comedian Joe Flaherty, known for his roles in SCTV and "Freaks and Geeks," has passed away at 82. Adam Sandler, Mark Hamill, and other Hollywood stars paid tribute to Flaherty, remembering him as a comedic genius and a kind-hearted individual. Flaherty's daughter shared that her father, who had a passion for classic movies, faced health challenges in his final months, during which they cherished moments watching films together. Fans and colleagues mourn the loss of the beloved comedian.
Actor and comedian Joe Flaherty, known for his roles in "Happy Gilmore" and "Freaks and Geeks," passed away after a brief illness. Adam Sandler and other celebrities paid tribute to Flaherty, remembering his comedic genius and impact on their lives. Flaherty's career spanned over 50 years, including his time on SCTV and his role in "Back to the Future II."
Adam Sandler mourns the death of his "Happy Gilmore" co-star Joe Flaherty, praising the late actor's comedic genius and kindness in an Instagram tribute. Flaherty, known for his roles in "SCTV," "Freaks and Geeks," and "Back to the Future Part II," passed away at 82. Other celebrities, including Judd Apatow and John Francis Daley, also paid tribute to Flaherty, remembering him as a brilliant actor and a kind-hearted individual.
Comedians and actors, including Adam Sandler, Martin Short, Martin Scorsese, and Paul Feig, mourn the death of Joe Flaherty, known for his work on SCTV and Freaks and Geeks. Described as "magical" and "to-the-core funny," Flaherty's friends and colleagues pay tribute to his comedic genius and kindness, sharing memories and condolences after his passing at age 82.
Joe Flaherty, a founding member of the Canadian sketch series "SCTV," has passed away at the age of 82. Known for his roles as Guy Caballero and Count Floyd, Flaherty won Emmys for his writing on "SCTV" and continued to work in TV and film for decades. He also appeared in "Happy Gilmore" and "Freaks and Geeks." Flaherty maintained deep ties to Toronto and was remembered as an extraordinary man with a passion for movies from the '40s and '50s.
Joe Flaherty, a founding member of "SCTV" and beloved comedian, has passed away at 82 after a brief illness. Known for his roles in "SCTV" and appearances in films like "Happy Gilmore," Flaherty was remembered for his comedic genius and boundless heart. He leaves behind a legacy of laughter and a deep passion for cinema.
Joe Flaherty, original "SCTV" cast member and "Freaks and Geeks" star, passed away at 82 after a brief illness. The two-time Emmy award-winning writer was remembered by colleagues and fans, including Adam Sandler and Jennifer Tilly, for his comedic genius and memorable performances. Flaherty's career spanned over 100 credits in TV and film, and he was known for his roles in "SCTV," "Freaks and Geeks," and various comedy films.