Catherine O'Hara is a multifaceted Canadian artist who initially gained widespread recognition as a talented comedian, writer, and actress on the iconic Canadian television sketch comedy show SCTV, which premiered in 1976.
During her time on the show, O'Hara showcased her impressive impersonation skills by bringing to life the personas of renowned celebrities, including Lucille Ball, Tammy Faye Bakker, Gilda Radner, Katharine Hepburn, and Brooke Shields.
Throughout the show's eight-year run from 1976 to 1984, O'Hara's exceptional talents earned her a permanent spot as one of the original cast members.
Following her departure from SCTV, O'Hara went on to focus her creative energy on several films directed by the acclaimed Tim Burton, such as the cult classic Beetlejuice (1988),the stop-motion animated masterpiece The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993),and the stop-motion animated film Frankenweenie (2012).
In addition to her work with Tim Burton, O'Hara frequently collaborated with the talented director and writer Christopher Guest, starring in his mockumentary films, including Waiting for Guffman (1996),Best in Show (2000),A Mighty Wind (2003),and For Your Consideration (2006). Her performances in these films garnered her numerous awards and nominations.
In recent years, O'Hara has appeared on the popular Canadian television comedy series Schitt's Creek, which premiered in 2015. Her outstanding performances in the series earned her two Canadian Screen Awards for Best Lead Actress in 2016 and 2017.
