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Catherine O'Hara's Final Bow in 'The Studio'
31 Jan
Summary
- O'Hara's final roles were 'The Studio' Season 1 and 'The Last of Us' Season 2.
- She was nominated for an Emmy for her performance in 'The Studio's first season.
- Co-stars Seth Rogen and Ike Barinholtz shared heartfelt tributes to O'Hara.
Catherine O'Hara's final on-screen roles were in the first season of "The Studio" and the second season of "The Last of Us." Both productions began filming in early 2024 and premiered in the spring of 2025. O'Hara's ultimate performance concluded with the season one finale of "The Studio," which debuted on Apple TV on May 21, 2025.
This appearance followed her final role in "The Last of Us," which aired on HBO on May 18, 2025. "The Studio" was renewed for a second season following its premiere, with production starting in January 2026. Reports indicate O'Hara was initially slated for early scenes in season two but withdrew due to personal matters, with her participation in season two not confirmed.
O'Hara portrayed Patty Leigh in "The Studio," a former head of Continental Studios. Her performance garnered an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. Colleagues, including Seth Rogen and Ike Barinholtz, have shared moving tributes, emphasizing her humor, kindness, and the profound impact she had on them and the industry. O'Hara passed away on Friday, January 24, 2026, at the age of 71 after a brief illness.
