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The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office officially confirmed on Monday that Emmy-winning actor Catherine O’Hara died in January at the age of 71 due to a blood clot in her lungs. The legendary star of 'Schitt’s Creek' and 'Home Alone' passed away after being rushed to a Los Angeles hospital for emergency treatment following a sudden onset of severe breathing difficulties. Her death certificate, released to the public this week, provides the definitive clinical explanation for the loss of one of comedy’s most revered figures. According to the medical records, while the immediate cause of death was identified as a pulmonary embolism, the document also listed rectal cancer as a significant underlying condition. This medical context explains the health complications that led to her hospitalization earlier this year, shedding light on the private struggles the actress faced during her final months. Her passing in January had initially prompted a massive outpouring of grief from the global entertainment community and fans who grew up watching her iconic performances. O’Hara’s career spanned several decades, during which she became a cornerstone of both cinema and television. She was perhaps best known to younger audiences for her role as the eccentric Moira Rose in the hit series 'Schitt’s Creek', a performance that earned her a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series in 2020. Before her television resurgence, she cemented her status as a pop culture icon playing Kate McCallister, the frantic mother in the 1990 holiday classic 'Home Alone' and its 1992 sequel. In addition to her most famous roles, O’Hara was a prolific member of the Second City comedy troupe and a frequent collaborator with director Christopher Guest in acclaimed mockumentaries like 'Best in Show' and 'A Mighty Wind'. Industry peers have continued to praise her unique comedic timing and versatility, noting that her influence on the genre of character-driven comedy remains unparalleled. The release of the death certificate marks the final formal chapter in the reporting of her sudden passing.