Catherine O'Hara, Emmy-winning comic actor of 'Schitt's Creek' and Home Alone' fame, dies at 71
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Catherine O'Hara has died at 71. The Emmy-winning actor was known for her roles on “SCTV,” “Schitt's Creek,” and the two “Home Alone" films. Her agency, CAA, announced she died2 Friday at her Los Angeles home after a brief illness. O'Hara was a Canadian-born actor who gained fame through Toronto's Second City Theatre. She was also one of the key stars of the sketch comedy show “SCTV." Her career spanned decades, and she was celebrated for her comedic brilliance in films including “Beetlejuice" and “Best in Show.” She won an Emmy for “Schitt's Creek” and got Emmy nominations for late-career roles in “The Last of Us” and “The Studio.”
Sundance Film Festival: Channing Tatum drama ‘Josephine’ wins top jury and audience awards
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — Beth de Araújo’s family drama “Josephine” has won the top prizes at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival. The film, about an 8-year-old girl who witnesses a sexual assault, stars Channing Tatum and Gemma Chan. It won the U.S. dramatic grand jury prize and the audience award. The film is based on de Araújo’s own childhood experience. The jury praised its storytelling and handling of a challenging subject. Other winners include “Nuisance Bear” for best U.S. documentary and “To Hold a Mountain” for international documentary. Sundance prizes often lead to Oscar nominations, especially for documentaries. The festival wraps up on Sunday.
Moira Rose, Delia Deetz, Cookie Fleck and Kevin's mom: Catherine O'Hara's memorable roles
Catherine O’Hara's prodigious comic gifts were displayed in roles over five decades. Her eccentric matriarch Moira Rose in “Schitt's Creek” brought her legions of new fans — and an Emmy — and elevated an arcane new vocabulary. Her narcissistic stepmom, Delia Deetz, was one of the best things about the “Beetlejuice” sequel. And in the “Home Alone” movies, her one-word line, a panicked “KEVIN!” — remains a classic. O’Hara also shone in “Best in Show,” showcasing her synergy with longtime friend and collaborator Eugene Levy.
Macaulay Culkin, Meryl Streep and more pay tribute to Catherine O'Hara, who died at 71
Celebrities and Canada's prime minister are reacting to the death of actor Catherine O'Hara, who died Friday in Los Angeles at 71. Seth Rogen, her co-star on “The Studio,” said getting to work with her was a true honor. Her “SCTV” co-star Andrea Martin said O'Hara is and always will be the greatest. Christopher Guest worked with O'Hara in four movies. He said we've lost one of the true giants of our age. And Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said O'Hara has earned her place in the canon of Canadian comedy. He said Canada has lost a legend.
What to know about the 2026 Grammys
NEW YORK (AP) — This year's Grammys mark a return to normalcy after the 2025 award show was altered to focus on supporting wildfire relief efforts. Recording Academy CEO and President Harvey Mason jr. says viewers can expect history-making moments. The main show will air live on CBS beginning at 8 p.m. Eastern Sunday. Paramount+ Premium plan subscribers will be able to stream live as well. All eight best new artist nominees will perform. The in memoriam segment will feature multiple performers and special tributes to D'Angelo, Roberta Flack and Ozzy Osbourne. Doechii and Harry Styles are the first confirmed presenters.
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Katseye, Addison Rae, Lola Young and more light up pre-Grammy Spotify showcase
LOS ANGELES (AP) — All of the 2026 Grammy Awards best new artists nominees have taken the stage at Spotify's annual pre-Grammy Party in Los Angeles. The event Thursday night was held at the Lot at Formosa in West Hollywood. The lineup included Leon Thomas, Olivia Dean, Katseye, Addison Rae, The Marías, sombr and Alex Warren. The event spotlighted up-and-coming talent across genres and backgrounds. Each act ran through three to four songs. They introduced themselves to an audience built of new listeners and dedicated fans in seemingly equal measure. The stage rotated to reveal another backline and leaving the audience closest to the stage to guess who would emerge next.
The Sundance Film Festival's big moments and breakout movies
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — The last Sundance Film Festival in Utah is drawing to a close this weekend. The Park City gathering has been a nostalgic farewell, as it moves to Boulder, Colorado in 2027. A Wednesday night screening of “Little Miss Sunshine” was especially emotional, with filmmakers and actors reuniting after 20 years. The festival has focused on discovery, with first-time feature filmmakers making up about 40% of the slate. Highlights included Olivia Wilde’s “The Invite,” which sparked a bidding war, and Adrian Chiarella’s “Leviticus,” acquired by Neon. The festival runs through Sunday.
Audrey Niffenegger to release long-awaited sequel to 'The Time Traveler's Wife'
NEW YORK (AP) — Audrey Niffenegger has completed the sequel to her bestseller “The Time Traveler's Wife.” Hanover Square Press announced Friday that “Life Out of Order” will be released on Oct. 27. The new book follows Alba DeTamble, the daughter of time traveler Henry DeTamble, who shares his Chrono-Displacement Disorder. Niffenegger began writing in 2012 and found the story evolving through the pandemic and societal changes. “The Time Traveler's Wife,” published in 2003, sold millions and was adapted into a film and an HBO series. Niffenegger has also written “Her Fearful Symmetry” and “Raven Girl.”
Journalist Don Lemon is charged with federal civil rights crimes during anti-ICE church protest
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Journalist Don Lemon has been released from custody after being charged with federal civil rights crimes in connection with an anti-immigration enforcement protest that disrupted services at a Minnesota church. He was arrested in Los Angeles and was freed after appearing in court. Lemon is charged with conspiracy and interfering with the First Amendment rights of worshippers during the Jan. 18 protest at the Cities Church in St. Paul. Lemon has said he has no affiliation to the organization that went into the church and he was there as a solo journalist chronicling protesters. Lemon previously worked for CNN before being fired in 2023.
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