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Keaton Remembers 'Goddess' O'Hara After Death
8 Feb
Summary
- Keaton fondly recalled his deep friendship with Catherine O'Hara.
- He celebrated her legacy as a comedy icon and 'goddess'.
- They first bonded years before their iconic Beetlejuice roles.
Michael Keaton recently paid tribute to his cherished friend and Beetlejuice costar, Catherine O'Hara, one week following her passing. Speaking at Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals Man of the Year celebration, Keaton, 74, reflected on his profound connection with O'Hara, who died at 71 on January 30.
Keaton, a self-proclaimed "biggest SCTV fan," recalled meeting O'Hara years before their collaboration in Tim Burton's 1988 classic Beetlejuice. He described their bond, which began over shared experiences as members of large families and during early career days in Toronto. Keaton lauded O'Hara as a 'goddess' in comedy, acknowledging her brilliance that was recognized by many in the entertainment industry.
The esteemed actor, who was honored at the Harvard event, shared anecdotes of their friendship's origins, including a night of pool in Toronto with her siblings. Their professional relationship spanned multiple projects, including the 2005 film Game 6, for which Keaton helped secure O'Hara a role. Their most recent reunion was for the 2024 Beetlejuice sequel events, underscoring a friendship that extended far beyond their celebrated on-screen personas.
