Macaulay Culkin has shared a moving tribute to his longtime co-star Catherine O’Hara following her death at age 71. Her representatives confirmed she passed away at her Los Angeles home after a brief illness. No cause of death has been released.
O’Hara was widely loved for her work in comedy and film. She starred in classics such as Home Alone, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, and Beetlejuice. In Home Alone, she played Kevin McCallister’s mother, a role that helped define the films’ emotional heart.
In an Instagram post, Culkin wrote a short, emotional message expressing love, regret, and gratitude. He shared photos from filming Home Alone and from a later reunion at his Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony, showing their bond across decades.
Other colleagues also paid tribute. Pedro Pascal, who worked with O’Hara on The Last of Us, praised her talent and warmth, calling her one of a kind.
Catherine O’Hara is survived by her husband and two sons. Fans and fellow actors continue to honor her for a career that brought laughter, heart, and unforgettable characters to generations.