A calming weekend evening quickly turned into a brief moment of nostalgia and somberness for Sophie Cunningham as one of her girlhood icons passed away on Friday. Two-time Primetime Emmy-winning actress Catherine O’Hara, who entertained millions of ’90s kids with her role as Kate McCallister in the satirical comedy movie “Home Alone”, passed away at the age of 71.

According to reports, O’Hara’s manager confirmed the actress’s death on Friday, after a period of illness at her residence in Los Angeles. The actual nature of her illness is not out for now, but this sudden demise was a significant loss for the entertainment industry. The Indiana Fever guard shared a two-word subtle reaction to express her emotions about this loss.

Cunningham shared an Instagram post by Macaulay Culkin, the on-set son of O’Hara on “Home Alone” in her stories. The picture featured a collage of two images, including a snapshot of Culkin and O’Hara from the 1990 movie and a picture of their reunion at the 2023 Hollywood Walk of Fame. Cunningham, in turn, shared it and reminisced, “our childhood.”

Besides ‘Home Alone’, O’Hara also featured in its sequel, “Home Alone 2”. “Beetlejuice”, “A Mighty Wind”, and “After Hours” are some of the other movies that earned her critical appreciation from the fans, solidifying her as one of the leading icons of the glam world.

The two-time Emmy winner’s work impacted the lives of several young basketball prodigies, including Cunningham, who grew up watching the movies of the late Catherine O’Hara.

While Sophie Cunningham took a moment to reflect on a childhood icon, her focus remains on a very uncertain professional future as the WNBA’s labor dispute looms large.

Sophie Cunningham Expresses Uncertainty Over Her Future

Sophie Cnnigham’s offseason has not been as relaxing or stress-free as she would have liked. If a recovery period from a torn MCL wasn’t already enough, the WNBA CBA negotiations have also raised questions about her team for the upcoming season. As per Cunningham’s recent Q&A session, the Missouri native isn’t very hopeful about the upcoming season for now, either.

“Waiting to see if we will even have a season,” Cunningham wrote while answering a fan question regarding her team for the 2026 WNBA season. The 29-year-old’s one-year contract with Fever has already expired, making her an unrestricted free agent. In regular circumstances, Cunningham could have engaged in talks with different teams and might even have had a new team by now.

But with the uncertainties around the negotiations, she will just have to be patient for now and hope that the face-to-face talks on Monday between the WNBPA and the WNBA yield positive results. The executive committee members of WNBPA, including President Nneka Ogwumike, First Vice President Kelsey Plum, and Vice President Napheesa Collier, will chair the meeting.

This direct dialogue between the two parties is a meaningful and positive step in the right direction. If a decision is made between the two parties, the 2026 WNBA season can be held on May 8 as per the given schedule. Moreover, free agent players, including Cunningham, will have a ray of hope and can engage in talks with new teams for the 2026 season.

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The chasm between the two sides is stark. The players’ union is demanding a 30% share of gross revenue and an average salary of $800,000, a figure worlds apart from the league’s offer of $530,000 and a revenue share calculated only after its own costs are covered.

With careers and the 2026 season hanging in the balance, Monday’s meeting represents a critical juncture for both the players and the league. Share your thoughts in the comments.