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"Catherine O’Hara, the beloved actor and comedian who has died aged 71,
occupied that rare position in contemporary screen culture: a comic actor, a
cult figure and a mainstream star.
Her work spanned more than 50 years, from improv sketch comedy to Hollywood
features and off-beat TV classics.
She was celebrated for her unmatched comic timing and chameleon-like character
work. Her roles were often absurdist and quirky, but they hid a razor-sharp
humour.
Born and raised in Toronto in a close-knit Irish Catholic family, O’Hara was
one of seven siblings. She once remarked humour was part of her everyday life;
storytelling, impressions and lively conversation helped hone her comedic
instincts.
After high school, she worked at Toronto’s Second City Theatre, a famed
breeding ground for comedy talent, and sharpened her deadpan improvisational
skills."
RIP,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
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https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
