💔 Hollywood Mourns: Catherine O’Hara’s Funeral Plans and Touching Tributes from Stars and Fans Alike! 💔
Merry Christmas, sweetheart.
He’s a great, very smart little alien.
These were some of the last words spoken by comedy legend Catherine O’Hara, who pᴀssed away on Friday, January 30th, at the age of 71.
As the news of her death spreads, Hollywood and the internet are mourning, with tributes pouring in from all corners of the entertainment industry.
The O’Hara Welch family has released official information regarding funeral plans and the beloved actress’s final words, revealing that she died peacefully at her Los Angeles home, surrounded by her husband, production designer Bo Welch, and their two sons, following a brief illness.
Her pᴀssing has sparked an outpouring of grief across generations, reflecting a career that spanned classic sketch comedy, blockbuster films, and modern television acclaim.
If you don’t let me gut out this house and make it my own, I will go and stay and I will take you with me—these humorous yet poignant final words highlight O’Hara’s character and spirit.
In an emotional statement released Monday morning, O’Hara’s son, Luke Welch, shared insights into his mother’s final moments, noting that her warmth and wit remained intact until the end.
Her last words, spoken quietly to her family, reflected her humor, graтιтude, and grounded nature.
“It was a good run, wasn’t it? Make sure you keep laughing, and don’t forget to feed the dogs,” he recalled.
The family described the moment as peaceful, intimate, and unmistakably Catherine—tender, funny, and focused on the people and creatures she loved most.
The response to O’Hara’s death has crossed cultural and generational lines, uniting legacy entertainers and modern digital figures in collective mourning.
Eugene Levy, her co-star from “Schitt’s Creek,” expressed, “Her final wish for us to keep laughing is the hardest direction she’s ever given me, but for her, I will try.”
Macaulay Culkin, who played her on-screen son in “Home Alone,” shared a heartfelt message, saying, “Mama, I thought we had time. I wanted to hear you laugh one more time.”
YouTube creator and philanthropist MrBeast, known as Jimmy Donaldson, also paid tribute, underscoring O’Hara’s lasting influence on pop culture and younger audiences.
“RIP, Katherine O’Hara, an absolute legend. From ‘Home Alone’ to ‘Schitt’s Creek,’ she made the whole world laugh. Watching Kevin’s mom will never be the same,” he stated.
Sources close to the family confirm that Donaldson has pledged a donation to the charities named by the O’Hara family and has encouraged his followers to support arts education in her honor.
Funeral and memorial events are being planned to honor O’Hara’s life and legacy.
A private funeral service will be held in Los Angeles on Thursday, February 5th, 2026, at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
This ceremony will be for immediate family and close friends, including longtime collaborators Martin Short and Tim Burton.
Guests have been asked to wear bright colors rather than black, reflecting O’Hara’s vibrant spirit.
Additionally, a public celebration of life will take place in Toronto, with the date to be announced in February 2026 at Mᴀssey Hall.
This event will feature live tributes from the casts of “SCTV” and “Schitt’s Creek,” and will be livestreamed worldwide.
As a further tribute, theaters across Broadway and Toronto will dim marquee lights simultaneously at 8:00 p.m. EST on Wednesday, February 4th, honoring her impact on stage and screen.
Catherine O’Hara leaves behind a singular legacy that bridged the golden age of improv comedy with the modern era of global fandom and viral culture.
Her characters were extravagant yet human, absurd yet deeply sincere, and her influence continues to shape generations of performers.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Food Banks Canada or the Second City Alumni Fund, honoring O’Hara’s lifelong commitment to creativity, community, and compᴀssion.
As the world mourns, her final wish echoes clearly: Keep laughing.
