Catherine O'Hara Wins Posthumous SAG-AFTRA Award

Catherine O'Hara received a posthumous honor at the 2026 SAG-AFTRA Actor Awards on Sunday night, winning the award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series for her role as studio executive Patty Leigh in the Apple TV+ series "The Studio." The 71-year-old actress, who died on January 30 after a private battle with rectal cancer that led to a pulmonary embolism, earned widespread acclaim for her portrayal of the sharp-witted mentor navigating a turbulent Hollywood landscape.

The audience at the Los Angeles ceremony rose in a prolonged standing ovation as O'Hara's name was announced, a testament to her enduring impact on the industry. Her "The Studio" co-creator and co-star Seth Rogen accepted the award on her behalf, delivering an emotional tribute that highlighted her talent and generosity. Visibly moved, Rogen read from prepared notes, saying, "I was asked to assume the very sad honor of accepting this award on O'Hara's behalf. I know she would've been honored to receive this award from her fellow performers, who I know she respected so much. She was such a big fan of all of yours."

Rogen reflected on their collaboration, praising O'Hara's ability to...