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Hillary Wolf's Rare Photo, Fond Farewell to O'Hara
12 Feb
Summary
- Actress Hillary Wolf shared a rare on-set photo of Catherine O'Hara.
- Wolf fondly remembered O'Hara as a sweet and hilarious on-screen mom.
- Wolf pursued Olympic judo after leaving acting in 1992.
Actress Hillary Wolf recently shared a cherished on-set photograph of Catherine O'Hara, her late on-screen mother from the "Home Alone" films. This rare tribute comes after O'Hara's passing on January 30, reportedly due to a pulmonary embolism. Wolf conveyed her sadness, recalling O'Hara as exceptionally kind and humorous during the filming of "Home Alone" and its sequel.
Wolf, who played Meghan McCallister, largely stepped away from acting after "Home Alone 2" in 1992. She redirected her passion towards judo, dedicating years to training and successfully making the U.S. Olympic team in 2000. She recounted her decision to prioritize judo, emphasizing her parents' supportive, non-monetary focus on her athletic aspirations.
Despite leaving the acting profession, Wolf noted that her experiences on the "Home Alone" sets and her bond with O'Hara left a significant, positive impression. She described the film sets as very kid-friendly environments and specifically recalled enjoying a scene filmed with O'Hara at O'Hare airport. Tributes from other "Home Alone" cast members, including Macaulay Culkin, and director Chris Columbus, also highlighted O'Hara's profound impact on the film and its cast.
