"Catherine O'Hara's Cause of Death Revealed: Rectal Cancer Leads to Pulmonary Blockage at 71"

Catherine O'Hara, renowned for her roles in "Home Alone" and "Schitt's Creek," died at 71 in a Santa Monica hospital, California, from pulmonary blockage caused by rectal cancer. The death certificate revealed the underlying cause, with the pulmonary blockage occurring due to a blood clot in the lung artery.

O'Hara, a beloved figure in comedy and drama, gained recognition from her work in Canadian sketch comedy and various film and TV roles. She won an Emmy for her portrayal of Moira Rose in "Schitt's Creek." O'Hara's passing led to tributes from colleagues like Eugene Levy, Macaulay Culkin, and Pedro Pascal.

She is survived by her husband Bo Welch and two sons. The entertainment world mourns the loss of this iconic actress.