Months after Catherine O’Hara’s passing, tributes continue to celebrate her legacy. The Home Alone actress died on January 30, 2026, at 71, following a pulmonary embolism. On March 1, during the Actors Awards in Los Angeles, Seth Rogen delivered a heartfelt tribute while accepting a posthumous award on her behalf.
O’Hara received the Best Female Actor in a Comedy Series award for her role as Patty Leigh in the Apple TV satire The Studio. In the show, Leigh is a fictional producer who humorously reveals the darker side of Hollywood while mentoring Matt Remick, a character played by Rogen.
Seth Rogen’s Reflections on Working with O’Hara
During his speech, Rogen shared his deep respect for O’Hara’s talent and character. He said,
I was asked to assume the very sad honor of accepting this award on O’Hara’s behalf.
He continued,
“I know she would have been honored to receive this award from her fellow performers, who I know she respected so much. She was such a big fan of all of yours.”
Rogen described himself as fortunate to have worked alongside O’Hara on The Studio’s set, praising her generosity, kindness, and humility despite her extraordinary skill.
And something that I’ve just been marveling at over the last few weeks was really her ability to be generous and kind and gracious while never, ever minimizing her own talents and her own ability to contribute to the work that we were doing. She knew she could destroy and she wanted to destroy every day on set,
he said, highlighting her commitment and brilliance.
Impact of O’Hara’s Legacy and Call to Celebrate Her Work
Rogen concluded his remarks with sincerity, encouraging others to continue acknowledging O’Hara’s contributions to television and comedy. His tribute not only honored her memory but also emphasized the lasting influence she had on her peers and audiences alike. The posthumous award and Rogen’s heartfelt tribute underscore her indelible mark on Hollywood.
