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Remembering the life and career of Catherine O'Hara

Season 2026 Episode 26 | 3m 06s

The entertainment world is mourning the loss of one of its comedy greats. Catherine O'Hara died Friday at the age of 71. She leaves behind a body of work that ranges from cult classics, to blockbuster films, and some small-screen gems. Geoff Bennett reports.

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