Seth Rogen Accepts Late Catherine O’Hara’s Actor Award
Catherine O’Hara was posthumously honored with the Actor Award at the 2026 SAG-AFTRA ceremony for her role in *The Studio*. Seth Rogen accepted the award on her behalf, urging audiences to continue celebrating her legacy.
Seth Rogen Honors Catherine O’Hara at SAG-AFTRA 2026
The recognition of O’Hara’s work was both poignant and fitting. O’Hara portrayed the eccentric former studio head Patty, a role that showcased her talent for blending humor and depth.
A Tribute to a Talented Actress
When Lisa Kudrow announced O’Hara’s name for the award, the audience responded with a standing ovation. Rogen, a former co-star, took the stage to pay tribute to her unique artistic contributions. He humorously recalled her exceptional work ethic.
- O’Hara often emailed Rogen and producer Evan Goldberg with revised scene scripts.
- She exemplified the notion that genius and kindness can coexist.
In his heartfelt speech, Rogen reminded everyone of O’Hara’s influence, encouraging viewers to introduce her work to new audiences. He expressed, “Tell the people as they are laughing, ‘That’s Catherine O’Hara, and we are lucky we got to live in a world where she so generously shared her talents with us.’”
