The Studio Season 2 to Address O'Hara's Death

Creators of the Apple TV+ comedy series "The Studio" have revealed that the upcoming second season will address the death of star Catherine O'Hara, who played a pivotal role in the show's first season. Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, who co-created the series and directed its episodes, discussed the challenges of proceeding without the actress in a recent interview with The Times of London.

O'Hara portrayed Patty Leigh, a seasoned producer and former studio head who served as a mentor to protagonist Matt Remick, the character played by Rogen. The Hollywood satire premiered in 2025 and earned critical acclaim, including multiple Emmy wins for its ensemble cast and writing. The series was renewed in May 2025, with production on season two beginning in January 2026. O'Hara's sudden passing that same month, at age 71, upended the plans, as the writers had crafted her character's storyline expecting her return.

"It has been an unbelievable challenge," Goldberg said. "Obviously emotionally, dealing with the loss, but also when it comes to the show itself. We wrote it for her to be there. We had it all set, and the shock waves permeate throughout the entire new season. It's been...