Catherine O’Hara

Actress • Comedian

Birth Name: Catherine Anne O'Hara

Birth Date: March 4, 1954

Age: 71 years old

Birth Place: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Spouses: Bo Welch

Awards

Actress Catherine O'Hara was born in Toronto, Canada, the sixth of seven children. Following high school O'Hara matriculated at Burnhamthorpe Collegiate Institute.

After graduation O'Hara began performing with The Second City in Toronto in 1974, which was the beginning of her career in comedy. O'Hara served as the understudy for Gilda Radner in the troupe, until Radner decamped to NYC to work on "Saturday Night Live" (NBC 1975- ). O'Hara's TV debut came in 1976 when The Second City created "SCTV" (syndication/NBC/Cinemax, 1976-1984), which featured O'Hara as a regular performer and a writer.

She portrayed a number of memorable characters in the series, most notably Hollywood starlet Lola Heatherton. Around the same time O'Hara began working as a voice over actress for cartoons.

After "SCTV" ended its run, O'Hara was featured in a number of films, including "Beetlejuice" (1988), "Home Alone" (1990), and "The Nightmare Before Christmas," (1993). O'Hara also starred in a number of comedies directed by Christopher Guest, including "Waiting for Guffman" (1996), "Best In Show" (2000), "A Mighty Wind" (2003) and "For Your Consideration" (2006).

She provided her voice to a number of characters in beloved animated movies such as "Chicken Little" (2005) "Over the Hedge" (2006) and "Frankenweenie" (2012). In 2015 O'Hara was cast as Moira Rose in "Schitt's Creek" (PopTV, 2015- ) an original series created by her former "SCTV" costar Eugene Levy and his son Dan Levy. O'Hara married production designer Bo Welch in 1992, and they have two sons together.

Credits

Actor Guest Producer Director Writer Music All Credits

The StudioStream

Beetlejuice BeetlejuiceStream

ArgylleStream

The Wild RobotStream

Live with Kelly and MarkStream

ElementalStream

Pain HustlersStream

An Audience With Adele

Self

Show

2022

The Last Kids on Earth: Happy Apocalypse to You

Voice

Show

2021

Extinct

Voice

Alma

Movie

2021

Who Wants to Be a Millionaire

Best Wishes, Warmest Regards: A Schitt's Creek Farewell

Self

Show

2020

The Kelly Clarkson ShowStream

The Addams FamilyStream

Today 3rd Hour

Guest

Show

2018

GMA Day

Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate EventsStream

Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate EventsStream

The Late Show With Stephen ColbertStream

What Lives Inside

Actor

Sarah Delaney

Show

2015

Schitt's CreekStream

Being Canadian

Self

Movie

2015

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Guest

Show

2014

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy FallonStream

The Greatest Event in Television History

Actor

Show

2013

The Right Kind of Wrong

Actor

Tess

Movie

2013

A.C.O.D.

Actor

Melissa

Movie

2013

Sofia the FirstStream

The Greatest Event in Television HistoryStream

Inside Comedy

CBS This Morning

Guest

Show

2012

FrankenweenieStream

Mrs. Frankenstein/Gym Teacher/Weird Girl

Face OffStream

The Marilyn Denis Show

Guest

Show

2011

A Monster in Paris

Voice

Madame Carlotta

Movie

2011

KillersStream

Temple GrandinStream

Modern FamilyStream

Dr. Debra Radcliffe

ES.TV

Guest

Show

2009

Glenn Martin, DDS

Voice

Jackie Martin

Show

2009

Watch What Happens Live With Andy CohenStream

Where the Wild Things AreStream

Away We GoStream

Wild About Books

Actor

Show

2006

30 RockStream

etalk

Guest

Show

2006

Monster House

Voice

DJ's Mom

Movie

2006

Over the Hedge

Voice

Penny the Porcupine

Movie

2006

For Your ConsiderationStream

Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses

Voice

Rowena

Movie

2006

Penelope

Actor

Jessica Wilhern

Movie

2006

Brother Bear 2

Voice

Kata

Movie

2006

Made in Hollywood

Game 6Stream

Chicken LittleStream

Tina, Alien Mom

Kako preživjeti Božić

Actor

Movie

2004

Surviving ChristmasStream

Christine Valco

Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate EventsStream

Justice Strauss

The Wool Cap

Actor

Gloria

Movie

2004

The Ellen DeGeneres Show

Jimmy Kimmel Live!Stream

A Mighty WindStream

Mickey Devlin Crabbe

Orange CountyStream

Six Feet UnderStream

Speaking of Sex

Actor

Connie Barker

Movie

2001

Curb Your EnthusiasmStream

Best in ShowStream

The Life Before This

Actor

Sheena

Movie

1999

Bartok the Magnificent

Voice

Ludmilla

Movie

1999

Kickin' It: With Byron Allen

Guest

Show

1998

Oh Baby

Home FriesStream

Hope

Actor

Muriel Macswain

Movie

1997

Pippi Longstocking

Voice

Mrs. Prysselius

Movie

1997

Waiting for GuffmanStream

Sheila Albertson

The Last of the High Kings

Actor

Cathleen

Movie

1996

The Outer LimitsStream

The Outer LimitsStream

Tall Tale: The Unbelievable Adventures of Pecos Bill

Actor

Calamity Jane

Movie

1995

Entertainers: With Byron Allen

Guest

Show

1994

The Paper

Actor

Susan

Movie

1994

Wyatt EarpStream

A Simple Twist of Fate

Actor

April Simon

Movie

1994

The Nightmare Before ChristmasStream

팀 버튼의 크리스마스 악몽

Voice

Sally/Shock

Movie

1993

The Tonight Show With Jay Leno

Allí Se Va el Vecindario

Actor

Movie

1992

Home Alone 2: Lost in New YorkStream

Kate McCallister

There Goes the Neighborhood

Actor

Jessie Lodge

Movie

1992

Betsy's WeddingStream

Home AloneStream

Kate McCallister

Little Vegas

Actor

Lexie

Movie

1990

Tales From the Crypt

Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Actor

Show

1988

The Completely Mental Misadventures of Ed GrimleyStream

BeetlejuiceStream

Really Weird Tales

Actor

Theresa Sharpe

Movie

1986

HeartburnStream

After HoursStream

Entertainment Tonight

SCTV

Nothing Personal

Actor

Audrey

Movie

1980

Please Don't Eat the Planet

Voice

Ma Spademinder

Show

1979

Witch's Night Out

Voice

Show

1978

Good Morning America

Saturday Night LiveStream

Canada AM

Guest

Show

1972

Today

Photos

Chase Sui Wonders, Seth Rogen, Ike Barinholtz, Kathryn Hahn, and Catherine O’Hara in 'The Studio' Season 1 finale

Pedro Pascal and Catherine O'Hara in 'The Last of Us' Season 2

Catherine O'Hara, Zoe Kravitz, and Ike Barinholtz in 'The Studio' Season 1 Episode 8, 'Golden Globes'

Catherine O'Hara and Seth Rogen in 'The Studio' Season 1 Episode 8, 'Golden Globes'

Pedro Pascal and Catherine O'Hara in 'The Last of Us' Season 2

Bo Welch and Catherine O'Hara attend the World Premiere of Apple TV+'s Series 'The Studio' at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on March 24, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.

Catherine O'Hara in 'The Last of Us' Season 2

Sarah Polley as herself, Catherine O'Hara as Patty, and Seth Rogen as Matt in 'The Studio' Season 1 Episode 2 - 'The Oner'

Catherine O'Hara, Eugene Levy, Annie Murphy, and Dan Levy speak onstage during the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

Catherine O'Hara with the 'Modern Family' cast

Michael Keaton and Catherine O'Hara speak onstage during the 96th Annual Academy Awards

Catherine O'Hara attends the 2022 Vanity Fair Oscar Party

News aboutCatherine O’Hara

Chase Sui Wonders, Seth Rogen, Ike Barinholtz, Kathryn Hahn, and Catherine O’Hara in 'The Studio' Season 1 finale

How Did ‘The Studio’ Season 1 End? Creators Tease What’s Next

Joe Pantoliano as Eugene in 'The Last of Us' Season 2

May 18, 11:00 pm

Spoiler Alert

‘The Last of Us’: Who Was Eugene & Why Did Joel Kill Him?

Catherine O'Hara, Zoe Kravitz, and Ike Barinholtz in 'The Studio' Season 1 Episode 8, 'Golden Globes'

May 7, 12:34 pm

Spoiler Alert

How ‘The Studio’ Got the Real Golden Globes Involved in Awards-Themed Episode

‘The Studio’ Boss Reveals Inspiration for ‘Casting’ Episode & How It’s True to Hollywood

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 02: Bella Ramsey attends

April 11, 5:30 pm

Get to Know the ‘The Last of Us’ Cast’s Real-Life Loves & Dating Histories

Jeffrey Wright, Catherine O'Hara, and Kaitlyn Dever for 'The Last of Us' Season 2

April 10, 2:30 pm

‘The Last of Us’: 9 New Characters Joining the Mix in Season 2

Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey in 'The Last of Us' Season 2

April 7, 9:45 am

Preview

‘The Last of Us’ Boss Takes Us Inside the Joel & Ellie Rift in Season 2

Apple TV+ 'The Studio' cast interview

March 26, 4:04 pm

How ‘The Studio’ Got Martin Scorsese & More Cameos & Filmed That Epic Oner (VIDEO)

Ike Barinholtz, Kathryn Hahn, Chase Sui Wonders, and Seth Rogen in 'The Studio'

March 25, 8:00 am

Review

Roush Review: Hooray for Hollyweird in Brilliant ‘Studio’ Satire

Super Bowl 2025 commercials

February 9, 8:58 pm

Every Super Bowl 2025 Commercial (VIDEO)

Seth Rogen in 'The Studio'

November 19, 2024

‘The Studio’: Seth Rogen’s a Frazzled Hollywood Exec in Star-Studded Teaser (VIDEO)

Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller in The Last of Us Season 2

October 5, 2024

Spoiler Alert

What Could Likely Happen in ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2, According to the Game

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito speak onstage during the 96th Annual Academy Awards at Dolby Theatre on March 10, 2024 in Hollywood, California.

Oscars 2024: ‘Beetlejuice,’ ‘Taxi Driver,’ ‘Twins’ & More Movie Reunions (PHOTOS)

Catherine O'Hara at the 2021 Emmys; Bella Ramsey and Pedro Pascal attend the HBO & Max Post Emmys Reception at San Vicente Bungalows on January 15, 2024

February 2, 2024

Catherine O’Hara to Join ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2

October 28, 2022

7 Spooky Families to Watch This Halloween, From ‘The Addams Family’ to ‘Ghosts’

'Central Park,' Season 2, Apple TV+, Josh Gad as Birdie, Tituss Burgess as Cole, Rory O'Malley as Elwood, Emmy Raver-Lampman as Molly

January 21, 2022

‘Central Park’ Season 2 Returns: Watch a Musical Sneak Peek (VIDEO)

Schitt's Creek cast Pop TV

The Rosebud Motel on ‘Schitt’s Creek’ Is Up for Sale in Ontario

Ted Lasso Lovecraft Country Queen's Gambit

December 28, 2020

Our Favorite Shows of 2020, From ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and ‘Ted Lasso’ to ‘The Queen’s Gambit’

Schitt's Creek cast

October 17, 2020

‘Schitt’s Creek’: Where Can You See the Award-Winning Cast Next?

Regina King Watchmen Catherine O'Hara Schitt's Creek

September 14, 2020

2020 TCA Award Winners: ‘Watchmen,’ ‘Schitt’s Creek,’ Alex Trebek & More

Schitt's Creek Emmy Nominations 15

September 5, 2020

10 TV Shows & Movies to Watch If You’re Missing ‘Schitt’s Creek’

Six Feet Under Actors

August 21, 2020

10 ‘Six Feet Under’ Guest Stars You May Have Forgotten

Schitts Creek Cast

Mariah Carey Surprises ‘Schitt’s Creek’ Cast on ‘Dear Class of 2020’ (VIDEO)

Schitt's Creek

‘Schitt’s Creek’: 7 Ways the Roses Improved Over the Years

Schitt's Creek Moira Catherin O'Hara

February 3, 2020

Preview

‘Schitt’s Creek’ Sets Up Moira’s Comeback — But What Wig Will She Wear?

Schitt's Creek The Crowening Trailer

January 28, 2020

Watch ‘Schitt’s Creek’s Moira Rose in ‘The Crows Have Eyes 3: The Crowening’ Trailer (VIDEO)

Critics' Choice Awards Trophy

January 11, 2020

Critics’ Choice Awards 2020: Our Picks for the TV Categories

moira rose gallery cover

January 7, 2020

11 Times ‘Schitt’s Creek’s Moira Rose Was Unapologetically Herself (PHOTOS)

schitt's creek final season trailer

December 20, 2019

‘Schitt’s Creek’ Gets Emotional in Trailer for the Final Season (VIDEO)

2020 Oscars Hosts

December 15, 2019

13 Celebrities We’d Love to See Host the 2020 Oscars (PHOTOS)

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November 18, 2019

Does ‘Schitt’s Creek’s Final Season Teaser Hint at an Upcoming Wedding? (VIDEO)

schitt's creek season 5 netflix

September 11, 2019

When Does ‘Schitt’s Creek’ Season 5 Land on Netflix?

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Catherine O’Hara on Moira’s Most Over-the-Top ‘Schitt’s Creek’ Fashion (PHOTOS)

Schitt's Creek - Catherine O'Hara

February 7, 2018

‘Schitt’s Creek’: Moira Rose’s Ego Gets Her in Trouble

Eugene Levy as Johnny Rose, Emily Hampshire as Stevie, Annie Murphy as Alexis Rose, and Daniel Levy as David Rose on 'Schitt's Creek' - Season 4

January 24, 2018

Is Winter Coming to ‘Schitt’s Creek’? The Cast Talks About Season 4 of the Pop Hit (VIDEO)

A Series Of Unfortunate Events

January 12, 2017

Roush Review: Go on a Binge With ‘A Series of Unfortunate Events’ and ‘Sneaky Pete’