Culkin, Murphy and Levy honor Catherine O'Hara at Emmy ceremony

UPDATE - follow-up to Home Alone and Schitt's Creek stars pay tribute to late Catherine O'Hara: Macaulay Culkin, Annie Murphy and Dan Levy gathered on the Emmy stage in Los Angeles to remember their on‑screen mother, Catherine O'Hara. Culkin described her as “our mom” and added that she always appeared whenever he asked, echoing the warmth she brought to Home Alone and Schitt’s Creek. Murphy and Levy each spoke of O'Hara’s humor and kindness, noting how her presence shaped their performances. During the In Memoriam segment, US singer‑songwriter Noah Kahan sang “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” providing a musical backdrop for the tribute. Following the song, Jamie Lee Curtis stepped forward and delivered an emotional homage, recalling O'Hara’s generosity and the lasting impact of her work. The night also saw tributes to other industry figures. Rob Reiner, Hayden Panettiere and Dolly Parton each received brief acknowledgments for their contributions, underscoring the ceremony’s broader remembrance of beloved talent. These moments highlighted the Emmy Awards’ role as a platform for peers to honor colleagues who have passed, reinforcing the close bonds forged within the entertainment community.