The legendary comedian Catherine O’Hara, who starred in such iconic films as “Home Alone” and “Schitt’s Creek,” recently shared a sweet tale about her late coworker and lifelong friend John Candy. O’Hara hilariously admitted to dozing off during Candy’s wedding in an open interview, a story that wonderfully captures their tight relationship and her eccentric nature.
The friendship between O’Hara and Candy began in the 1970s when they both appeared on the Canadian sketch comedy program “SCTV.” It lasted for decades. Because of their indisputable comedic chemistry, they worked together on a number of movies, such as “Splash,” “Planes, Trains, and Automobiles,” and the well-known holiday classic “Home Alone.” Candy’s iconic role as the polka band leader who saves O’Hara’s frenetic character, Kate McCallister, is impossible to forget.
O’Hara told the tale of Candy’s wedding with a gleam in her eye, revealing that she had unintentionally fallen asleep and missed the whole ceremony. She laughed as she admitted, “I slept through John Candy’s wedding,” “I was exhausted, and once I was out, I was out.”
O’Hara remembered lovingly attending the reception, where she finally got to meet the newlyweds, even though she missed the main event. This humorous story demonstrates the easygoing and sympathetic friendship she has with Candy, who appreciates her peculiarities.
Speaking glowingly about her connection with Candy, O’Hara said he was a generous, compassionate man with a contagious laugh. She even admitted to having a slight crush on him during their early days on “SCTV.” “He was the greatest guy,” O’Hara reminisced. “So funny, so kind. And he had the best laugh.”
There was a gap in the comedy community after Candy’s tragic death in 1994 at the age of 43. Their enduring relationship and the delight they enjoyed on and off screen are revealed in O’Hara’s account.
O’Hara’s self-deprecating humor and laid-back demeanor are evident in this classic story about falling asleep at Candy’s wedding. It also shows how much she loved and respected her buddy and fellow performer.
O’Hara’s admission is a touching reminder of the lasting value of friendship and the laughter-filled legacy left by comedians such as John Candy.
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