Seth Rogen Says 'The Studio' Will Acknowledge Catherine O'Hara's Death
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Creators Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg revealed that "The Studio" Season 2 will address the death of Catherine O’Hara, who passed away in January at age 71.
- Goldberg described continuing the show without O’Hara as an emotional and creative challenge, noting she was the series' anchor and her loss affects the entire new season.
- Rogen emphasized that while the show avoids dwelling on heavy themes, the second season will acknowledge feelings of being "anchorless," reflecting real-life experiences.
- O’Hara starred as Patty Leigh in Season 1, earning an Emmy nomination in 2025 for outstanding supporting actress in a comedy series.
- O’Hara, who died after a brief illness, had a celebrated 50-year career with notable roles in films like "Beetlejuice" and "Home Alone," and won her second Emmy in 2020 for "Schitt’s Creek."
