Catherine O'Hara detailed her brief appearance on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) in the early '80s in an interview with PEOPLE published Saturday.
actress share Get a glimpse of pivotal moments in her career that highlight the values of loyalty and dedication. Ms. O'Hara, now 69, recalled her short-lived relationship with SNL. Dispelling rumors that her fears led to her exit from SNL, O'Hara revealed that her decision was driven by her deep-seated loyalty to “SCTV.” The show provided her with sporadic but meaningful work through her on-and-off relationship with the show. various networks.
The opportunity to join SNL was a dream for O'Hara, but the resurgence of “SCTV” led to her quickly leaving SNL before she could make her debut. She now views this decision of hers with a mixture of regret and understanding of her youthful impulses. led it. (Related: 'Schitt's Creek' asks fans to stay away from set during coronavirus pandemic)
Catherine O'Hara recalls leaving 'Saturday Night Live' after a week: 'It's not cool to take a job and quit' (Exclusive) https://t.co/3YPt0FfoMV
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“Basically I said, 'Oh, sorry, I have to go with you.' [comedy] It’s family,” O’Hara said. people. “Well, it's not cool to take a job and then quit. You know what I'm saying, right?”
Her spot was then filled by Robin Duke. “Everything went as planned,” the “Schitt's Creek” actress added. According to PEOPLE, despite the potential professional failure of abruptly leaving SNL, O'Hara's path has been one of continued success and collaboration with her longtime colleagues, including Eugene Levy. It is said that they were connected. Their partnership blossomed on “SCTV,'' and later successful roles in Christopher Guest's acclaimed films such as “Best in Show.''
Their creative synergy culminated in the hit series “Schitt's Creek,” in which O'Hara played Moira Rose and Levy Johnny Rose, PEOPLE noted. The show, co-created by Levy and her son Daniel Levy, showcased O'Hara's comedic genius and earned her and her show numerous accolades.
