‘Goodbye to a great actress’: Catherine O’Hara’s Schitt’s Creek daughter, Annie Murphy bids her goodbye

Murphy described O'Hara as generous, collaborative, and endlessly encouraging

Annie Murphy is paying tribute to her Schitt’s Creek co-star Catherine O’Hara with an emotional farewell that highlights the deep bond the cast shared behind the scenes. Murphy, who portrayed Alexis Rose, honored O’Hara—who played her on-screen mother Moira Rose—with heartfelt words remembering her talent, warmth, and unforgettable presence.

In her tribute, Murphy reflected on one of O’Hara’s most iconic traits: her laugh. “Ha-ha-HAAAA?!?!” Murphy wrote, describing it as more than just a sound. “Her laugh was a perpetual ‘Yes, and…’ It challenged anyone who heard it to join in and be as delighted as she was,” she shared, capturing the joy O’Hara brought into every room.

Murphy also spoke about the impact O’Hara had on her personally and professionally, crediting her with teaching lessons that went far beyond acting. She described the late star as generous, collaborative, and endlessly encouraging, someone who led with kindness and creativity on set.

 

 

 

 

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Ending her tribute on a poignant note, Murphy wrote simply, “Goodbye to a great actress,” a line that has since echoed across social media as fans and colleagues alike mourn the loss of the beloved performer.

As tributes continue to pour in from across the entertainment industry, Murphy’s words stand out as a deeply personal goodbye—one that reflects not just admiration for Catherine O’Hara’s legendary career, but gratitude for the joy and mentorship she shared with those lucky enough to work beside her.