Catherine O’Hara responded humorously when discussing her envisioned final moments in a resurfaced interview from 13 years ago. The beloved comedy icon, known for her roles in movies like Home Alone and After Hours and TV shows such as SCTV and Schitt’s Creek, passed away at the age of 71 on Friday. Emergency services responded to a distress call reporting her difficulty breathing at her Brentwood home. Despite efforts to save her, she was pronounced dead at the hospital later that day, with the cause of death yet to be disclosed.

In a past interview, O’Hara had shared a different vision for her final moments, hoping to be surrounded by her grandchildren, who would humorously urge her to “let go, already, Grandma!” She is survived by her husband of almost 34 years, Bo Welch, whom she met while working on the film Beetlejuice. The couple has two sons, Matthew and Luke, aged 31 and 28 respectively, both pursuing careers in the entertainment industry.

Numerous celebrities, including Macaulay Culkin and Brooke Shields, paid tribute to O’Hara following her passing. Her rare medical condition, situs inversus, where her organs were positioned differently in her chest and abdomen, was revealed to the public after her death. Despite her health condition, O’Hara maintained a humorous outlook, joking about her unique medical situation in interviews.

O’Hara’s unexpected death saddened many in the entertainment industry, with colleagues and friends expressing their grief and admiration for the talented actress. Her legacy as a versatile performer and beloved personality will be cherished by fans and peers alike.