Catherine O'Hara's 2026 Net Worth Amid Her Death, How Much The 'Home Alone' Icon Earned In 50 Years

Hollywood is in a state of mourning after one of the most beloved Canadian-American actresses, Catherine O'Hara, recently passed away on January 30, 2026. Apart from being an actress, she was also a comedian and screenwriter, who had an immensely successful career spanning over five decades. Best known for projects such as Beetlejuice, Schitt's Creek, and Home Alone, she has received several prestigious awards throughout her career, including two Primetime Emmy Awards, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and a Golden Globe Award, among others.  

At the time of her death, according to reports, Catherine O'Hara was 71 years old. No sooner had the news of her tragic demise been announced than tributes from across the film and television industry started pouring in. Now, one thing is for sure: her long-standing influence in the entertainment industry was also mirrored in her financial success. From her steady film and TV salaries to her backend profits and royalties, all of this contributed to Catherine O'Hara's net worth at the time of her death. Additionally, not many might be aware, but her real estate and investment holdings also played a major part in it.  

What was Catherine O'Hara's net worth? All about her earnings from films and television  

Having been in the industry for more than 50 years, Catherine O'Hara built a career based on respect, longevity, and, most importantly, financial reward. Now, if a report by Celebrity Net Worth is to be believed, legendary actress, Catherine O'Hara's estimated net worth at the time of her death was a whopping USD 10 million. This figure was a result of the actress' never ending royalties, her well-paying television works, and her voice of projects which were not based simply on quick trends.  

According to Finance Monthly, Catherine reportedly earned around USD 4.2 million from her long-standing film and television career. Amid this, USD 2.5 million was earned from her royalties and residuals alone. A recent report by Koimoi suggests that Catherine O'Hara's role as ‘Moira Rose' in the Emmy-winning series, Schitt's Creek, was especially lucrative, earning her an estimated 1.8 million dollars from her backend participation and profit-sharing.  

Catherine O'Hara's real estate and major assets 

If you thought that Catherine O'Hara's major net worth was the result of only her work in the film and television industry, let us tell you that there is more to that. The late actress held a number of assets to her name before she passed away on January 30, 2026, at the age of 71. According to reports, Catherine held real estate equity valued at between USD 1 million and USD 1.5 million. This also includes a home which she and her husband, production designer, Bo Welch, purchased in Brentwood, Los Angeles, in the 1990s.

At the time, the couple allegedly bought the home for around USD 1.25 million. Over the years, the property appreciated significantly. In fact, properties in the same area as Catherine's have traded for nearly USD 4 million. Regarding Catherine O'Hara's investments and cash holdings, several reports suggest they total approximately USD 300,000, making for a well-balanced financial portfolio.  

A look back at Catherine O'Hara's film and television career 

For those who are unaware, Catherine O'Hara began her career in sketch comedy after becoming a regular cast member on Second City Television. This Canadian series ran for about 135 episodes and aired from 1976 to 1984. Behind the scenes, Catherine also spent time writing for the show, which later earned her a couple of Emmy nominations and one award for outstanding writing. Coming to her film career, Catherine played a role in Double Negative, which was released in 1980. Here, Catherine starred alongside two familiar faces from Second City Television, John Candy and Eugene Levy.

Over the years, she continued to expand her career, starring in multiple beloved classics throughout the ‘80s. Her most memorable films from the decade include 1985’s After Hours, 1986’s Heartburn, and 1988’s Beetlejuice. It is worth noting that among these films, Beetlejuice in particular saw huge success at the box office, reportedly grossing an estimated USD 84.6 million.  

It wasn't until 1990 that Catherine O'Hara appeared in one of her most iconic roles, which cemented her place in Hollywood as an outstanding actress. If you guessed the movie, Home Alone, then you are absolutely correct! This film also served as a breakout for her then-co-star and former child actor, Macaulay Culkin. In Home Alone, Catherine O'Hara played the role of the main character, ‘Kevin McAllister's' mother, ‘Kate McAllister'.  

Home Alone was not only a hit with movie fans but also a huge commercial success, grossing USD 476.7 million worldwide at the box office. To this day, it is safe to say that the film remains one of the most beloved Christmas classics out there. Two years after the original movie was released, Catherine O'Hara stepped into the shoes of ‘Kate McAllister' once again by reprising her role in the 1992 sequel, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. This film reportedly crossed USD 359 million worldwide. Eventually, Catherine O'Hara was also active on television, making a number of guest appearances, such as those in Modern Family, 30 Rock, and Six Feet Under.  

Catherine O'Hara's final projects 

In 2015, Catherine O'Hara's career saw quite a high when she landed the lead role of ‘Moira Rose' in the sitcom, Schitt's Creek. Being immensely popular with its viewers, the show ran for 6 seasons, from 2015 to 2020. Based on reports, following this, Catherine remained active in the industry up until 2025. Her last two projects include Apple TV's The Studio and HBO's The Last of Us.  

What are your thoughts on the late actress, Catherine O'Hara's net worth and career?  

Also read: Who Is Catherine O'Hara's Husband Bo Welch? All About Him And Their 1st Meeting Amid Her Death At 71 

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