Catherine O’Hara’s Roles Then & Now: Photos

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September 20, 2020 1:03PM EDT

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Catherine O’Hara

Catherine O’Hara — Catherine O’Hara is one of Hollywood’s legendary comedic actresses. Her latest turn as Moira Rose in the critically-acclaimed comedy series ‘Schitt’s Creek’ has secured her a spot in the history books as one of the all-time greats. Catherine started out on the sketch comedy series ‘SCTV’ before moving into film. She notably played Delia Deetz in ‘Beetlejuice’ alongside Michael Keaton and Winona Ryder. This was one of her first projects with director Tim Burton. Catherine is definitely known even 30 years later for playing Kevin McAllister’s mom, Kate, in ‘Home Alone.’ She came back for the sequel as well. Catherine has continued to find success over the years in a number of roles. However, her most memorable role to date is undoubtedly playing the eccentric and fashionable Moira Rose. ‘Schitt’s Creek’ reunited Eugene Levy and Catherine, who played husband and wife. See more of Catherine’s notable roles then and now in our gallery.

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Heartburn – 1986

Heartburn – 1986 — Editorial use only. No book cover usage.
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Paramount/Kobal/Shutterstock (5879791j)
Catherine O’Hara, Milos Forman
Heartburn – 1986
Director: Mike Nichols
Paramount
USA
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La Brûlure

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Catherine O’Hara In ‘Beetlejuice’

Catherine O’Hara In ‘Beetlejuice’ — Catherine O’Hara starred alongside Alec Baldwin, Geena Davis, Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Jeffrey Jones in the 1988 film ‘Beetlejuice.’ Catherine played the highly-emotional Delia Deetz.

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Catherine O’Hara In ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’

Catherine O’Hara In ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ — Catherine O’Hara was the voice of Sally in the iconic 1993 Disney movie ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas.’ This was her second project with director Tim Burton.

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Catherine O’Hara In The ‘Home Alone’ Movies

Catherine O’Hara In The ‘Home Alone’ Movies — Catherine O’Hara starred as Kate McAllister, Kevin McAllister’s mom, in the ‘Home Alone’ movies. Kate went to great lengths to reunite with her son in these beloved holiday classics.

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Catherine O’Hara In ‘Waiting For Guffman’

Catherine O’Hara In ‘Waiting For Guffman’ — Catherine O’Hara starred alongside Fred Willard in the 1996 film. She played Sheila Albertson in the movie that was co-written by Eugene Levy.

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Catherine O’Hara In ‘Best In Show’

Catherine O’Hara In ‘Best In Show’ — Catherine O’Hara reunited with her longtime friend and co-star Eugene Levy in the 2000 film ‘Best In Show.’ Catherine and Eugene played the couple Gerry and Cookie Fleck.

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Catherine O’Hara In ‘Penelope’

Catherine O’Hara In ‘Penelope’ — Catherine O’Hara starred as Jessica Wilhern, the mother of Penelope Wilhern, in the 2006 movie. Her co-stars included Richard E. Grant, James McAvoy, and Christina Ricci.

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Catherine O’Hara In ‘Away We Go’

Catherine O’Hara In ‘Away We Go’ — Catherine O’Hara played Gloria Farlander in the 2009 film ‘Away We Go.’ She co-starred alongside Jeff Daniels, Maya Rudolph, and John Krasinski

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Catherine O’Hara In ‘A Series Of Unfortunate Events’

Catherine O’Hara In ‘A Series Of Unfortunate Events’ — Catherine O’Hara played the fashionable Georgina Orwell in the TV series. However, in the 2004 movie she played Justice Strauss.

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Film and Television

Film and Television — Editorial use only. No book cover usage.
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Killers, Tom Selleck, Catherine O’hara
Film and Television

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The Right Kind Of Wrong – 2013

The Right Kind Of Wrong – 2013 — Editorial use only. No book cover usage.
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Serendipity Point/Kobal/Shutterstock (5879038d)
Catherine O’Hara, Ryan Kwanten
The Right Kind Of Wrong – 2013
Director: Jeremiah S. Chechik
Serendipity Point Films
CANADA
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Catherine O’Hara On ‘Schitt’s Creek’

Catherine O’Hara On ‘Schitt’s Creek’ — Catherine O’Hara played the legendary Moira Rose on ‘Schitt’s Creek’ for 5 seasons. She’s been nominated for an Emmy twice for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series.

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