Famous actress Catherine O’Hara died in Los Angeles at the age of 71. According to her manager, the cause was a short illness. O’Hara was one of the most recognizable Hollywood actresses of her generation, whose career spanned more than five decades. Millions of viewers around the world remember her as Kate McCallister’s desperate and loving mother in the first two films of the cult comedy franchise Home Alone. Her character, who left little Kevin alone for Christmas in a hurry and then traveled halfway across the country to get back to him, became a symbol of motherly love and determination.
Home Alone star Catherine O'Hara dies
