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CATHERINE O'HARA

Actress
BORN March 4, 1954
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HEIGHT 5' 2" (1.57 m)
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NATIONALITY Canadian
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YEARS ACTIVE 1974 – 2025
CATHERINE O'HARA

🏆 AWARDS & ACCOLADES

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2026
32nd Actor Awards

Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series

🎬 The Studio

WINNER
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2026
32nd Actor Awards

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series

🎬 The Studio

WINNER
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2026
83rd Golden Globes

Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role on Television

🎬 The Studio

NOMINEE
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2026
30th Satellite Awards

Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries, Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television

🎬 The Studio

NOMINEE
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2025
5th Astra TV Awards

Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series

🎬 The Studio

WINNER
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2025
5th Astra TV Awards

Best Guest Actress in a Drama Series

🎬 The Last of Us

NOMINEE
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2025
77th Creative Arts Emmy Awards

Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series

🎬 The Last of Us

NOMINEE
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2025
77th Emmy Awards

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series

🎬 The Studio

NOMINEE
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2021
27th Screen Actors Guild Awards

Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series

🎬 Schitt's Creek

WINNER
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2021
27th Screen Actors Guild Awards

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series

🎬 Schitt's Creek

WINNER
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2021
78th Golden Globes

Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Series u2013 Musical or Comedy

🎬 Schitt's Creek

WINNER
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2020
72nd Emmy Awards

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series

🎬 Schitt's Creek

WINNER
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2020
36th TCA Awards

Individual Achievement in Comedy

🎬 Schitt's Creek

WINNER
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2020
26th Screen Actors Guild Awards

Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series

🎬 Schitt's Creek

NOMINEE
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2020
26th Screen Actors Guild Awards

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series

🎬 Schitt's Creek

NOMINEE
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2019
71st Emmy Awards

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series

🎬 Schitt's Creek

NOMINEE
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2019
35th TCA Awards

Individual Achievement in Comedy

🎬 Schitt's Creek

NOMINEE
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2013
40th Annie Awards

Best Voice Acting u2013 Feature

🎬 Frankenweenie

NOMINEE
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2007
22nd Film Independent Spirit Awards

Best Female Lead

🎬 For Your Consideration

NOMINEE

👤 BIOGRAPHY

Catherine O’Hara, a gifted performer known for her comedic brilliance and dramatic depth, carved out a remarkable niche in the entertainment industry. Born on March 4, 1954, in Toronto, Canada, she began her artistic journey at the Second City Theatre, where her talent for improvisation and character work flourished. O’Hara’s early experiences at Second City played a pivotal role in shaping her unique comedic voice and set the stage for her future successes.

Her rise to prominence came through her work on the acclaimed sketch comedy show SCTV, where she became a familiar face alongside fellow comedians like Rick Moranis and John Candy. O’Hara’s ability to create memorable characters and her sharp wit quickly garnered attention, making her a staple of Canadian comedy during the 1980s. The show not only solidified her status as a comedian but also showcased her versatility as an actress capable of delivering both laugh-out-loud humor and poignant moments.

Transitioning seamlessly from television to film, O’Hara captivated audiences with standout performances in a variety of films. She appeared in the dark comedy

🗉 QUICK FACTS

  • Nick Name Catherine
  • Born March 4, 1954
  • Height 5' 2" (1.57 m)
  • Nationality Canadian
  • Citizenship Canadian
  • Education Studied Dramatic Arts / Private performance training
  • Current Status Deceased (Passed away on January 30, 2026)
  • Years Active 1974 – 2025
  • Occupation Actress
  • Family Background Private Family Background
  • Early Career Catherine Anne O'Hara (March 4, 1954 - January 30, 2026) was a Canadian-American actress and comedienne, who began her career at Second City Theatre in Toronto.
  • Partner Bo Welch (1992–Present)
  • Children Matthew Welch, Luke Welch
  • Social

🎬 FILMOGRAPHY