One of the stars of the movie 'Home Alone' passed away at the age of 71

(Patria) - Canadian-American actress Catherine O'Hara, one of the stars of the cult film "Home Alone", passed away at the age of 71.

The news of her death was confirmed by her manager to Variety magazine, while the cause of death has not yet been announced.

Catherine O'Hara was an actress, comedian, and screenwriter, and was considered one of the most influential and respected comedians of her generation. Audiences and critics have praised her for years for her exceptional sense of humor, as well as her ability to completely transform into a role, regardless of genre.

She began her career in the mid-1970s as a member of the legendary Canadian comedy ensemble Second City, gaining wider recognition in the cult television show "SCTV". It was during this period that she built her status as a comedy icon, which opened the doors to the film and television industry.

O'Hara became particularly remembered by the wider audience for her collaboration with director Tim Burton and actor Macaulay Culkin in the films "Home Alone" and "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York", in which she played the role of mother Kate McCallister.

During her career, she also had notable roles in the films "Beetlejuice", "A Mighty Wind", "Best in Show", and "For Your Consideration", often collaborating with director Christopher Guest in improvisational comedies that gained cult status.

A new chapter in her career and global recognition came with her role as the eccentric and unforgettable Moira Rose in the multi-award-winning series "Schitt's Creek", which aired from 2015 to 2020. For that role, she won an Emmy Award in 2020, and the character of Moira became a pop-culture phenomenon thanks to her unique speech, style, and charisma.

In addition to film and television acting, O'Hara also had a successful career as a voice actress, lending her voice to numerous animated films and series, further solidifying her status as one of the most versatile actresses of her generation.