Entertainment
Home Alone actress, Catherine O’Hara, dies at 71
Her break into movies came in 1980 with “Double Negative” — also alongside Levy, and John Candy.In 1988, she played Winona Ryder’s stepmother in Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice.” She would later marry the film’s production designer Bo Welch.
Emmy-winning actress Catherine O’Hara, who starred in “Schitt’s Creek” and “Home Alone,” has died at the age of 71, her management agency said Friday.
AFP reported that the Canadian-born performer also starred in “Beetlejuice” and recently Apple TV’s Hollywood satire show “The Studio.”.
Page Six, citing a fire department spokesman, reported that O’Hara was rushed to hospital before dawn from her home in the swanky Brentwood area of Los Angeles.
AFP was not immediately able to confirm that.O’Hara was born in Toronto in 1954, where she joined the legendary comedy theater Second City, alongside Eugene Levy, with whom she would collaborate throughout her career, including on the smash TV series “Schitt’s Creek.”
Her break into movies came in 1980 with “Double Negative” — also alongside Levy, and John Candy.In 1988, she played Winona Ryder’s stepmother in Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice.” She would later marry the film’s production designer Bo Welch.
The couple had two sons, Matthew and Luke.But it was in 1990 that she became widely known to a global audience, as the mother of Macaulay Culkin’s Kevin in “Home Alone.”
It’s a perfect movie, isn’t it?” she told People in 2024.You want to be part of something good, and that’s how you go,” she said.She would reprise the role in the film’s sequel — “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York,” which featured a cameo from Donald Trump, decades before he would become US president.
Entertainment
The New Masquerade’s actor ‘Clarus’ is dead
Davis Offor rose to prominence through The New Masquerade, a beloved Nigerian sitcom that captivated audiences with its humour and memorable characters, including the boastful and comedic Clarus.
Veteran actor Davis Offor, widely known for his role as “Clarus” in the iconic situation comedy – The New Masquerade, is dead, aged 85.
Davis Offor rose to prominence through The New Masquerade, a beloved Nigerian sitcom that captivated audiences with its humour and memorable characters, including the boastful and comedic Clarus.
News of his death was confirmed by fellow actor Tony Akposheri, who starred alongside him as Zacky in the popular series that defined an era of Nigerian television.
In an emotional tribute shared on Facebook, Akposheri expressed shock and deep sorrow over the loss, recalling their recent moments together.
According to him, the late Offor was full of life and hope when they last met at the turn of the New Year.
Akposheri described the late actor as more than just a colleague, highlighting his warmth, humour, and vibrant personality.
“You were more than a familiar face on screen. You were a friend, a brother, a man with warmth, humour, and a presence that could light up any space,” he added.
Funeral arrangements are yet to be announced.
Entertainment
Lagos Fanti carnival holds tomorrow at TBS and environs
The annual Lagos Fanti Carnival, a cultural celebration rooted in the city’s Afro Brazilian heritage, is expected to attract large crowds within and outside the state.
The Lagos Fanti Carnival will Monday, April 6, 2026, at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos Island.
The annual Lagos Fanti Carnival, a cultural celebration rooted in the city’s Afro Brazilian heritage, is expected to attract large crowds within and outside the state.
The major routes for the carnival’s procession during the celebration includes King George V Road by Mobil Filling Station, Flag House inbound TBS, Force Road inbound TBS, Onikan Roundabout inbound TBS, and Waterboy Roundabout by Old Defence House.
Other affected routes are Moloney Road, Military Road by Old Defence Building, Ajasa Street, Boyle Street, and Hawley Street.
Entertainment
Super Eagles Iwobi to launch music album ‘More To Life’
The Fulham FC star revealed that the exnded play (EP) will feature a blend of solo efforts and collaborations, with Iwobi working alongside artistes such as 24am, Teniola Time, Gidi, Fido and SPK.
The Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has ventured into the music industry besides footballing, revealing on Instagram that he is set to release the first album, titled ‘More To Life,’ on April 9.
The Fulham FC star revealed that the exnded play (EP) will feature a blend of solo efforts and collaborations, with Iwobi working alongside artistes such as 24am, Teniola Time, Gidi, Fido and SPKS.
The announcement was accompanied by the album artwork and a full tracklist for the nine-song project.
Two of the tracks will see the midfielder perform solo, highlighting his growing confidence in music.Iwobi is no stranger to the studio, having previously collaborated with fellow footballer Chuba Akpom—who records under the alias Skoli—as well as British rapper Ramz on the track Hop Out.
Despite his ventures into music, the 29-year-old continues to play a key role on the pitch.
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