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Martin Short Honors Catherine O'Hara: 'Greatest Angel'
31 Jan
Summary
- Martin Short paid tribute to Catherine O'Hara during a comedy show.
- O'Hara passed away at age 71 after a brief illness.
- Both actors were acclaimed cast members of the SCTV sketch comedy show.
Martin Short recently paid a heartfelt tribute to his late Second City Television (SCTV) colleague, Catherine O'Hara. O'Hara, an acclaimed actress and comedian, passed away at the age of 71 following a short illness. Short, during a recent comedy performance with Steve Martin, raised a toast to O'Hara, sharing his deep admiration.
"Catherine O'Hara, I met her when she was 18 years of age, and all these years laters, she's been the greatest, most brilliant, kindest, sweetest angel that any of us worked with," Short stated, addressing the audience. His touching words highlighted their long-standing professional relationship and O'Hara's impact on those she worked with.
O'Hara began her career with Toronto's Second City Theatre in 1974. She later collaborated with fellow alumni, including Eugene Levy, to develop the renowned sketch comedy series SCTV in 1976. Her memorable characters, such as Lola Heatherton and Lorna Minnelli, showcased her exceptional comedic talent.
Her contributions to SCTV were widely recognized, earning her an Emmy Award and four Emmy nominations for her writing on the show. Martin Short was also a part of the SCTV cast, appearing on the program between 1982 and 1983. The show launched the careers of many comedy legends.
