India, Jan. 31 -- Catherine O'Hara, whose roles felt like a 'hug on screen', passed away at the age of 71 on Friday. She breathed her last at her home in Los Angeles after a brief illness, her reps at CAA confirmed, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.

The actor, known for her roles in movies like Home Alone and series like Schitts Creek, was a fan favourite and tributes are pouring in from all over the world. A video, one of her last, is also being heavily shared online.

Posted by Instagram user @cultureapothecary, it shows Catherine's run-in with a fan at an airport. With grey hair and a thick coat, she looks warm and lovely as ever. The cameraperson tells her that she is their favourite actress ever but Catherine hushes them, not r...