Dan Levy experienced a deeply emotional moment during a recent television interview as he reflected on cherished memories of working with his late Schitt's Creek co-star Catherine O'Hara. The poignant conversation unfolded on CBS's Sunday Morning program, where Levy returned to Goodwood, Ontario for the first time since the beloved series concluded filming over six years ago.
Emotional Return to Schitt's Creek Filming Location
The actor and co-creator visibly struggled with his emotions when the discussion turned to the possibility of a Schitt's Creek revival or reboot. Levy responded with a heartfelt "No, not now. You can't," before revealing he had previously contemplated such projects before O'Hara's passing in January at age 71. "I didn't think that I'd have quite an emotional reaction," Levy admitted as he fought back tears during the vulnerable exchange.
Remembering Catherine O'Hara's Legacy
When interviewer Anthony Mason noted that O'Hara's remarkable career included "an incredible clip reel," Levy managed to regain his composure and share a lighter memory. "For someone who was not on the internet, she knew how to meme," he quipped, highlighting O'Hara's unexpected digital savvy despite her limited online presence.
Levy had previously honored O'Hara's memory with a touching social media tribute in January, writing on Instagram: "What a gift to have gotten to dance in the warm glow of Catherine O'Hara's brilliance for all those years. Having spent over fifty years collaborating with my Dad, Catherine was extended family before she ever played my family. It's hard to imagine a world without her in it. I will cherish every funny memory I was fortunate enough to make with her."
New Chapter with Netflix's Big Mistakes
The younger Levy is now embarking on a new television venture with Netflix's Big Mistakes, premiering Thursday. In this series, he portrays Nicky, a gay New Jersey pastor who accidentally becomes entangled in organized crime alongside his sister Morgan. The cast includes four-time Emmy winner Laurie Metcalf as the siblings' mother Linda.
Comparing Creative Projects
Levy, who co-created Big Mistakes with Rachel Sennott, describes the new series as a "different book" from the "same shelf" as Schitt's Creek, which originally aired from 2015 to 2020. During his Sunday Morning appearance, Levy addressed inevitable comparisons between his two shows with philosophical acceptance.
"You really have to lock the door on that and almost accept the fact that if [Schitt's Creek] is the big crown jewel, fabulous. How wonderful," he explained. "Everything else has to be something that makes me feel good." This perspective reflects Levy's commitment to creative fulfillment beyond the shadow of his previous monumental success.
