Seth Rogen Hails Catherine O’Hara as ‘Utter Genius’ at DGA Awards

The dynamic duo of Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, known as “The Studio” team, took a moment to honor their late co-star Catherine O’Hara during their acceptance speech at the Directors Guild Awards. O’Hara, who passed away on January 30 at the age of 71, played the role of Patty Leigh, a high-powered executive, in the Apple TV series “The Studio.” The show delves into the behind-the-scenes chaos of Hollywood and has garnered critical acclaim, including an Emmy nomination for O’Hara.

Receiving the award for best comedy series, Rogen and Goldberg expressed their admiration for O’Hara, referring to her as their idol since childhood. They fondly recalled her iconic role in the classic film “Home Alone,” which served as inspiration for their own filmmaking journey. On set, O’Hara’s presence brought a sense of nostalgia as she playfully called out “Evan, Evan,” reminiscent of her famous “Kevin, Kevin” lines from the movie.

O’Hara’s reputation as a talented and kind-hearted colleague resonated with Rogen and Goldberg, motivating them to deliver their best work on “The Studio.” They emphasized that O’Hara’s genius was matched only by her kindness, setting a high standard for professionalism and camaraderie on set. Every day, the duo strived to create a show that would do justice to O’Hara’s talent and grace.

In a heartfelt tribute, Rogen expressed gratitude to the Directors Guild for the recognition but reserved their highest praise for Catherine O’Hara. As creators and executive producers of “The Studio,” Rogen and Goldberg acknowledged O’Hara’s invaluable contribution to the series and credited her for inspiring them to push the boundaries of comedy. The legacy of O’Hara lives on in the hearts of her colleagues and fans, serving as a constant reminder of her extraordinary talent and unwavering kindness.

(Photo: ‘The Studio’ creators and executive producers Evan Goldberg and Seth Rogen)