HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. - Arquivamentos da SEC, Relatório Anual, Declaração de Procuração

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.
US ˙ NYSE ˙ US95766K1097

Estatísticas Básicas
LEI 549300S7N70O2ERKYG47
CIK 910068
SEC Filings
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April 23, 2026 424B3

Type of Account

424B3 Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration Statement No. 333-291121 WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. SUPPLEMENT DATED APRIL 23, 2026 TO THE PROSPECTUS AND STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION DATED MARCH 24, 2026 Portfolio Manager Updates Effective January 27, 2026 Effective as of January 27, 2026, the following supplements and, to the extent inconsistent with, supersedes th

March 9, 2026 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

DEF 14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒  Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule

May 30, 2025 CORRESP

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP One Federal Street Boston, MA 02110 May 30, 2025

CORRESP Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP One Federal Street Boston, MA 02110 May 30, 2025 VIA EDGAR Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, N.

March 7, 2025 DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Definitive Proxy Statement ☐ Definitive Additional Materials ☐ Soliciting Material Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

February 4, 2025 EX-99.2 OPIN COUNSEL

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. / MORGAN STANLEY - EXHIBIT NO. 99.2 ITEM 7 INFORMATION

EX-99.2 OPIN COUNSEL 3 EXHIBITNO.99.2.txt EXHIBIT NO. 99.2 ITEM 7 INFORMATION CUSIP No.95766K109 13G - EXHIBIT NO. 99.2 - ITEM 7 INFORMATION The securities being reported on by Morgan Stanley as a parent holding company are owned, or may be deemed to be beneficially owned, by Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Morgan Stanley.

February 4, 2025 EX-99.1 CHARTER

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. / MORGAN STANLEY - EXHIBIT NO. 99.1 TO SCHEDULE 13G JOINT FILING AGREEMENT

CUSIP No.95766K109 13G - EXHIBIT NO. 99.1 TO SCHEDULE 13G JOINT FILING AGREEMENT - February 04, 2025 - MORGAN STANLEY and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC hereby agree that, unless differentiated, this Schedule 13G is filed on behalf of each of the parties. MORGAN STANLEY BY: /s/ Christopher O'Hara - Christopher O'Hara/Authorized Signatory, Morgan Stanley Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC BY: /s/ Dav

November 20, 2024 EX-99.1

FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. A Maryland Corporation ARTICLE I

FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

November 20, 2024 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 15, 2024 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 811-07920 13-3735236 (State or other jurisdiction of

March 6, 2024 DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Definitive Proxy Statement ☐ Definitive Additional Materials ☐ Soliciting Material Pursuant to Section 240.

February 14, 2024 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. / RIVERNORTH CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 fp0087161-6sc13ga.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(b), (c), AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(b) (AMENDMENT NO. 1)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP N

January 10, 2024 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. / FIRST TRUST PORTFOLIOS LP - AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 sc13g3.txt AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 7)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2023 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

January 10, 2024 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

EX-99.1 2 ex993.txt JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n

March 7, 2023 DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Definitive Proxy Statement ☐ Definitive Additional Materials ☐ Soliciting Material Pursuant to Section 240.

February 28, 2023 NPORT-EX

See Notes to Schedule of Investments. Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. 2022 Quarterly Report 1

NPORT-EX 2 LMF3100LM123122.htm WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. Schedule of investments (unaudited) December 31, 2022 (Percentages shown based on Fund net assets) SECURITY RATE MATURITY DATE FACE AMOUNT† VALUE CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES - 89.7% COMMUNICATION SERVICES - 14.2% Diversified Telecommunication Services - 3.0% Altice Financing SA, Senior Secured Notes 5.000 % 1/15/28 1,910,00

February 14, 2023 SC 13G

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / RIVERNORTH CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC Passive Investment

SC 13G 1 fp0082124-9sc13g.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(b), (c), AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(b) (AMENDMENT NO. 0)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Numb

January 11, 2023 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / FIRST TRUST PORTFOLIOS LP - AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 sc13g3.txt AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 6)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2022 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

December 12, 2022 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / MORGAN STANLEY - MS AMENDMENT Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.1)* WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. - (Name of Issuer) Common Stock - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) November 30, 2022 - (Date Of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate

August 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

See Notes to Schedule of Investments. Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. 2022 Quarterly Report 1

NPORT-EX 2 LMF3100LM063022.htm WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. (Percentages shown based on Fund net assets) Schedule of investments (unaudited) June 30, 2022 SECURITY RATE MATURITY DATE FACE AMOUNT† VALUE CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES - 91.5% COMMUNICATION SERVICES - 15.0% Diversified Telecommunication Services - 2.7% Altice Financing SA, Senior Secured Notes 5.000 % 1/15/28 2,600,000 $

May 2, 2022 CORRESP

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP One Federal Street Boston, MA 02110 May 2, 2022

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP One Federal Street Boston, MA 02110 May 2, 2022 VIA EDGAR Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 Attention: Jeff Long Re: The Registrants (the “Registrants”) and Fund (the “Funds”) Listed in Annex A Dear Mr. Long: On behalf of the Registrants,1 we are filing this letter to resp

March 1, 2022 DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive Proxy Statement ? Definitive Additional Materials ? Soliciting Material Pursuant to Section 240.

February 25, 2022 NPORT-EX

See Notes to Schedule of Investments. Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. 2021 Quarterly Report 1

NPORT-EX 2 LMF3100LM123121.htm WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. Schedule of investments (unaudited) December 31, 2021 (Percentages shown based on Fund net assets) SECURITY RATE MATURITY DATE FACE AMOUNT† VALUE CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES - 90.0% COMMUNICATION SERVICES - 14.5% Diversified Telecommunication Services - 2.5% Altice France Holding SA, Senior Notes 6.000 % 2/15/28 1,720,000 $

February 9, 2022 SC 13G

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / MORGAN STANLEY - MS INITIAL Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)* WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. - (Name of Issuer) Common Stock - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2021 - (Date Of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate t

January 12, 2022 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete

January 12, 2022 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / FIRST TRUST PORTFOLIOS LP - AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2021 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the

August 24, 2021 NPORT-EX

See Notes to Schedule of Investments. Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. 2021 Quarterly Report 1

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. Schedule of investments (unaudited) June 30, 2021 SECURITY RATE MATURITY DATE FACE AMOUNT† VALUE CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES - 90.8% COMMUNICATION SERVICES - 17.0% Diversified Telecommunication Services - 3.2% Altice France Holding SA, Senior Secured Notes 10.500 % 5/15/27 3,590,000 $ 3,993,929 (a) Altice France SA, Senior Secured Notes 7.375 % 5/1/26 4,

March 1, 2021 DEF 14A

- WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive Proxy Statement ? Definitive Additional Materials ? Soliciting Material Pursuant to Section 240.

February 26, 2021 NPORT-EX

See Notes to Schedule of Investments. Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. 2020 Quarterly Report 1

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. Schedule of investments (unaudited) December 31, 2020 SECURITY RATE MATURITY DATE FACE AMOUNT† VALUE CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES - 91.9% COMMUNICATION SERVICES - 18.4% Diversified Telecommunication Services - 4.7% Altice France Holding SA, Senior Secured Notes 10.500 % 5/15/27 3,590,000 $ 4,036,506 (a) Altice France SA, Senior Secured Notes 7.375 % 5/1/2

February 16, 2021 SC 13G/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(b), (c), AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(b) (AMENDMENT NO. 3)* West

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(b), (c), AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(b) (AMENDMENT NO. 3)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) Marcus Collins RiverNorth

February 12, 2021 SC 13G/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.001 par value (Title

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2020 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box t

January 22, 2021 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete

January 22, 2021 SC 13G/A

AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G

UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2020 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the

November 23, 2020 SC 13G

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) November 20, 2020 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to d

November 20, 2020 EX-99.(A)(5)(III)

Press Release issued on November 19, 2020 (filed herewith).

EX-99.(a)(5)(iii) Exhibit (a)(5)(iii) WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. ANNOUNCES FINAL RESULTS OF ISSUER TENDER OFFER FOR COMMON STOCK NEW YORK – (BUSINESS WIRE) – November 19, 2020 - Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (NYSE: HIO) (the “Fund”) announced today the final results for its issuer tender offer for up to 25% of the outstanding shares of common stock (“Shares”)

November 20, 2020 EX-99.(A)(5)(II)

Press Release issued on November 17, 2020 (filed herewith).

EX-99.(a)(5)(ii) Exhibit (a)(5)(ii) WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. ANNOUNCES PRELIMINARY RESULTS OF ISSUER TENDER OFFER FOR COMMON STOCK NEW YORK – (BUSINESS WIRE) – November 17, 2020 - Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (NYSE: HIO) (the “Fund”) announced today the expiration and preliminary results for its issuer tender offer for up to 25% of the outstanding shares o

November 20, 2020 SC TO-I/A

- SC TO-I/A

SC TO-I/A As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 20, 2020 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

October 19, 2020 EX-99.(A)(1)(V)

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. 620 EIGHTH AVENUE, 49th FLOOR NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10018

Exhibit (a)(1)(v) Exhibit (a)(1)(v) WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

October 19, 2020 EX-99.(A)(1)(I)

OFFER TO PURCHASE WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. (THE “FUND”) DATED OCTOBER 19, 2020 OFFER TO PURCHASE FOR CASH UP TO 25% OF ITS ISSUED AND OUTSTANDING SHARES OF COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.001 PER SHARE (THE “SHARES”), AT 99.5% OF NE

Exhibit (a)(1)(i) Table of Contents Exhibit (a)(1)(i) OFFER TO PURCHASE WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

October 19, 2020 EX-99.(A)(1)(IV)

OFFER BY WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. TO PURCHASE FOR CASH UP TO 25% OF THE FUND’S OUTSTANDING SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AT 99.5% OF NET ASSET VALUE PER SHARE THE OFFER AND WITHDRAWAL RIGHTS WILL EXPIRE AT 11:59 P.M., NEW YORK CITY TI

Exhibit (a)(1)(iv) Exhibit (a)(1)(iv) OFFER BY WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

October 19, 2020 EX-99.(A)(1)(III)

OFFER BY WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. TO PURCHASE FOR CASH UP TO 25% OF THE FUND’S OUTSTANDING SHARES OF COMMON STOCK AT 99.5% OF NET ASSET VALUE PER SHARE THE OFFER AND WITHDRAWAL RIGHTS WILL EXPIRE AT 11:59 P.M., NEW YORK CITY TI

Exhibit (a)(1)(iii) Exhibit (a)(1)(iii) OFFER BY WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

October 19, 2020 EX-99.(A)(1)(II)

LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL TO TENDER SHARES OF WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

Exhibit (a)(1)(ii) Exhibit (a)(1)(ii) LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL TO TENDER SHARES OF WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

October 19, 2020 SC TO-I

- SC TO-I

SC TO-I As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 19, 2020 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

August 25, 2020 NPORT-EX

See Notes to Schedule of Investments. Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. 2020 Quarterly Report 1

HTML WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. Schedule of investments (unaudited) June 30, 2020 SECURITY RATE MATURITY DATE FACE AMOUNT† VALUE CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES - 90.1% COMMUNICATION SERVICES - 18.9% Diversified Telecommunication Services - 4.1% Altice France Holding SA, Senior Secured Notes 10.500 % 5/15/27 3,790,000 $ 4,191,456 (a) Altice France SA, Senior Secured Notes 7.375 % 5/1/

August 18, 2020 EX-99.1

THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. A Maryland Corporation ARTICLE I

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. A Maryland Corporation ARTICLE I OFFICES SECTION 1. Principal Office in Maryland. Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (the “Corporation”) shall have a principal office at such place as the Board of Directors may designate. SECTION 2. Other Offices. The Corporation may have offices

August 18, 2020 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year - 8-K

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 14, 2020 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 811-07920 13-3735236 (State or other jurisdiction o

August 14, 2020 SC TO-C

- WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 14, 2020 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

June 26, 2020 DEFA14A

- LEGG MASON CLOSED-END FUNDS - PROXY STATEMENTS VOTING

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ]Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) [ ]Definitive Pro

June 23, 2020 SC 13D/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 7)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) Saba Capital Management, L.P. 405 Lexington Avenue 58th Floor New York, NY 10174 Attention

June 22, 2020 DEFA14A

- WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

June 22, 2020 DEFA14A

- LEGG MASON CLOSED-END FUNDS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ]Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) [ ]Definitive Pro

June 18, 2020 DEFA14A

- LEGG MASON CLOSED-END FUNDS

DEFA14A 1 f6159d1.htm LEGG MASON CLOSED-END FUNDS UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ]Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (a

June 15, 2020 DEFA14A

- WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

June 12, 2020 DEFA14A

- LEGG MASON CLOSED-END FUNDS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ]Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) [ ]Definitive Pro

June 8, 2020 DEFA14A

- LEGG MASON CLOSED-END FUNDS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) [] Definitive Pro

June 8, 2020 DEFA14A

- WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

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June 4, 2020 DEFA14A

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June 4, 2020 DEFA14A

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Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

May 27, 2020 DEFA14A

- LEGG MASON CLOSED-END FUNDS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) [] Definitive Pro

May 26, 2020 DEFA14A

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ]Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) [ ]Definitive Pro

May 26, 2020 DEFA14A

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Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

May 22, 2020 DEFA14A

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Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

May 22, 2020 DEFA14A

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Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

May 22, 2020 DEFA14A

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Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

May 20, 2020 DEFA14A

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Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

May 20, 2020 DEFA14A

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May 18, 2020 DEFA14A

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Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

May 18, 2020 DEFA14A

- LEGG MASON CLOSED-END FUNDS

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May 15, 2020 DEFA14A

- LEGG MASON CLOSED-END FUNDS

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May 14, 2020 DEFA14A

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May 6, 2020 DEFA14A

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Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

May 1, 2020 DEFA14A

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April 30, 2020 DEFA14A

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April 21, 2020 DEFA14A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. DEFA14A - - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 20, 2020 DEFA14A

BWG / Legg Mason BW Global Income Opportunities Fund Inc. DEFA14A - - LEGG MASON CLOSED-END FUNDS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ]Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) [ ]Definitive Pro

April 17, 2020 DEFC14A

Saba Capital Management, L.P. DEFC14A - -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☐ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☒ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confide

April 16, 2020 DEFA14A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. DEFA14A - - HIO

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 16, 2020 DEFA14A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. DEFA14A - - HIO

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 16, 2020 DEF 14A

BWG / Legg Mason BW Global Income Opportunities Fund Inc. DEF 14A - - LEGG MASON CLOSED-END FUNDS

Legg Mason Closed-End Funds UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

April 9, 2020 PRER14A

BWG / Legg Mason BW Global Income Opportunities Fund Inc. PRER14A - - LEGG MASON CLOSED-END FUNDS

Legg Mason Closed-End Funds UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

April 9, 2020 CORRESP

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Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP One Federal Street Boston, MA 02110 April 9, 2020 VIA EDGAR Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, NE Washington, D.

April 7, 2020 PREC14A

Bulldog Investors, LLC PREC14A - -

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION PROXY STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(a) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (AMENDMENT NO.

April 7, 2020 PREC14A

Saba Capital Management, L.P. PREC14A - -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☐ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☒ Check the appropriate box: ☒ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confide

April 6, 2020 SC 13D/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 6)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Shares, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) Saba Capital Management, L.P. 405 Lexington Avenue 58th Floor New York, NY 10174 Attention: Michae

April 3, 2020 EX-99.1

The bylaws of the Fund are hereby amended and restated to include the following as Article II, Section 3(b) immediately following Article II, Section 3 (now Article II, Section 3(a) in the Second Amended and Restated Bylaws):

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 The bylaws of the Fund are hereby amended and restated to include the following as Article II, Section 3(b) immediately following Article II, Section 3 (now Article II, Section 3(a) in the Second Amended and Restated Bylaws): (b) Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in these Bylaws, the Board or a committee of the Board authorized for such purpose may determine at any time

April 3, 2020 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 1, 2020 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 811-07920 13-3735236 (State or other jurisdiction of

March 25, 2020 PRE 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Legg Mason Closed-End Funds UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 25, 2020 COVER

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP One Federal Street Boston, MA 02110

COVER Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP One Federal Street Boston, MA 02110 March 25, 2020 VIA EDGAR Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, NE Washington, D.

March 13, 2020 DEFA14A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. DEFA14A - - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

March 10, 2020 DEFA14A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. DEFA14A - - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

March 2, 2020 DEFA14A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. DEFA14A - - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

February 26, 2020 DEFA14A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. DEFA14A - - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

February 26, 2020 NPORT-EX

See Notes to Schedule of Investments. Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. 2019 Quarterly Report 1

HTML WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. Schedule of investments (unaudited) December 31, 2019 SECURITY RATE MATURITY DATE FACE AMOUNT† VALUE CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES - 83.9% COMMUNICATION SERVICES - 17.3% Diversified Telecommunication Services - 1.7% Cogent Communications Group Inc., Senior Secured Notes 5.375 % 3/1/22 1,170,000 $ 1,225,940 (a) Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA, Senior Note

February 21, 2020 DEFA14A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. DEFA14A - - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

February 21, 2020 SC 13D/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5)* WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Shares, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) Saba Capital Management, L.P. 405 Lexington Avenue 58th Floor New York, NY 10174 Attention: Michae

February 20, 2020 DEFA14A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. DEFA14A - - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

February 19, 2020 SC 13D/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Shares, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) Saba Capital Management, L.P. 405 Lexington Avenue 58th Floor New York, NY 10174 Attention: Michae

February 18, 2020 SC 13D/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Shares, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) Saba Capital Management, L.P. 405 Lexington Avenue 58th Floor New York, NY 10174 Attention: Michae

February 14, 2020 DEFA14A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. DEFA14A - - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

February 13, 2020 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / RIVERNORTH CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC - SCHEDULE 13G/A (AMENDMENT NO. 2) Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2019 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule purs

February 4, 2020 DEFA14A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. DEFA14A - - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Co

January 29, 2020 DEF 14A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. DEF 14A - - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC

DEF 14A 1 d834737ddef14a.htm WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Con

January 27, 2020 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete

January 27, 2020 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / FIRST TRUST PORTFOLIOS LP - AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 sc13g3.txt AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2019 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

November 4, 2019 EX-99.1

AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. A Maryland Corporation ARTICLE I

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. A Maryland Corporation ARTICLE I OFFICES SECTION 1. Principal Office in Maryland. Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (the “Corporation”) shall have a principal office at such place as the Board of Directors may designate. SECTION 2. Other Offices. The Corporation may have offices also a

November 4, 2019 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 31, 2019 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 811-07920 13-3735236 (State or other jurisdiction

October 1, 2019 CORRESP

Legg Mason Partners Income Trust CORRESP - -

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP One Federal Street Boston, MA 02110 October 1, 2019 VIA EDGAR Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 Attention: Ken Ellington Re: The Registrants (the “Registrants”) and Fund (the “Funds”) Listed in Annex A Dear Mr. Ellington: On August 29, on behalf of the Registrants,1 we fil

September 11, 2019 SC 13D/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. Activist Investment

SC 13D/A 1 p19-1907sc13da.htm WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) Saba Capital

August 29, 2019 CORRESP

Legg Mason Partners Income Trust CORRESP - -

LEGG MASON PARTNERS INCOME TRUST Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP One Federal Street Boston, MA 02110 August 29, 2019 VIA EDGAR Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, N.

August 27, 2019 NPORT-EX

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. NPORT-EX - -

HTML WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. Schedule of investments (unaudited) June 30, 2019 SECURITY RATE MATURITY DATE FACE AMOUNT† VALUE CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES - 84.2% COMMUNICATION SERVICES - 17.9% Diversified Telecommunication Services - 1.9% Cogent Communications Group Inc., Senior Secured Notes 5.375 % 3/1/22 1,170,000 $ 1,216,800 (a) Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA, Senior Notes 5.

June 17, 2019 SC 13D/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13D/A Activist Investment

Saba Capital Management, L.P.: Schedule 13D/A - Filed by newsfilecorp.com UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Shares, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) Saba Capital Management,

March 14, 2019 SC 13D

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13D Activist Investment

SC 13D 1 schedule13d-hio.htm FORM SC 13D UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Shares, $0.0001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) Saba Capital Management, L.P. 405 Lexington Avenue 58th Floo

February 28, 2019 EX-99.CERT

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 d675935dex99cert.htm CERTIFICATIONS CERTIFICATIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 EX-99.CERT CERTIFICATIONS I, Jane Trust, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements m

February 28, 2019 N-Q

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. (HIO) (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

N-Q 1 d675935dnq.htm WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. (HIO) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-07920 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 620 Eighth Aven

February 14, 2019 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / RIVERNORTH CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC - SCHEDULE 13G/A (AMENDMENT NO. 1) Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2018 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule purs

January 22, 2019 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / FIRST TRUST PORTFOLIOS LP - AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 sc13g3.txt AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2018 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

January 22, 2019 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete

January 15, 2019 DEF 14A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as

January 10, 2019 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13G/A Passive Investment

Saba Capital Management, L.P. - Schedule 13G/A - Filed by newsfilecorp.com UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.1)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) January 7, 2019 (Date of Ev

January 2, 2019 EX-99.1

CERTAIN CLOSED-END FUNDS ADVISED BY LEGG MASON PARTNERS FUND ADVISOR, LLC ANNOUNCE APPOINTMENT OF NEW DIRECTOR AND RETIREMENTS

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 CERTAIN CLOSED-END FUNDS ADVISED BY LEGG MASON PARTNERS FUND ADVISOR, LLC ANNOUNCE APPOINTMENT OF NEW DIRECTOR AND RETIREMENTS New York – (Business Wire) – January 2, 2019 ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Fund Inc. (NYSE: CEM), ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund Inc. (NYSE: EMO), ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: CTR), BrandywineGLOBAL - Globa

January 2, 2019 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 31, 2018 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 81

August 28, 2018 N-Q

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-07920 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 620 Eighth Avenue, 49th Floor, New York, N

August 28, 2018 EX-99.CERT

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 d547056dex99cert.htm CERTIFICATIONS CERTIFICATIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 EX-99.CERT CERTIFICATIONS I, Jane Trust, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements m

May 29, 2018 EX-99.77C VOTES

EX-99.77C VOTES

EX-99.77C VOTES 2 77C.txt SUB-ITEM 77C Results of annual meeting of shareholders The Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. was held on January 26, 2018 for the purpose of considering and voting upon the election of Directors. The following table provides information concerning the matter voted upon at the Meeting: Nominees Votes For Votes Withheld Paolo

March 5, 2018 SC 13G

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13G Passive Investment

SC 13G 1 sched13g.htm FORM SC 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)* WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, 0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) February 23, 2018 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this Stateme

February 26, 2018 EX-99.CERT

CERTIFICATIONS

Certifications CERTIFICATIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 EX-99.CERT CERTIFICATIONS I, Jane Trust, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances

February 26, 2018 N-Q

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-07920 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 620 Eighth Avenue, 49th Floor, New York, N

February 14, 2018 SC 13G

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / RIVERNORTH CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC - SC 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2017 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursu

February 12, 2018 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / MORGAN STANLEY - MS AMENDMENT Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.3)* WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. - (Name of Issuer) Common Stock - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 29, 2017 - (Date Of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate

January 29, 2018 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / FIRST TRUST PORTFOLIOS LP - AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2017 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the

January 29, 2018 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

EX-99.1 2 ex993.txt JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n

January 10, 2018 EX-24

EX-24

ClearBridge American Energy MLP Fund Inc. (NYSE: CBA), ClearBridge Energy MLP Fund Inc. (NYSE: CEM), ClearBridge Energy MLP Opportunity Fund Inc. (NYSE: EMO), ClearBridge Energy MLP Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: CTR), BrandywineGLOBAL - Global Income Opportunities Fund Inc. (NYSE: BWG), LMP Capital and Income Fund Inc. (NYSE: SCD), Western Asset Corporate Loan Fund Inc. (NYSE: TLI), EnTrustPermal

December 22, 2017 DEF 14A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Definitive Proxy Statement ☐ Definitive Additional Materials ☐ Soliciting Material Pursuant to Section 240.

August 24, 2017 N-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-07920 Western Asset High Income Opportunity F

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-07920 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 620 Eighth Avenue, 49th Floor, New York, N

August 24, 2017 EX-99.CERT

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 d389364dex99cert.htm CERTIFICATIONS Exhibit 99.CERT CERTIFICATIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 EX-99.CERT CERTIFICATIONS I, Jane Trust, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make

August 16, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 10, 2017 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 811-07920 13-3735236 (State or other jurisdiction o

August 16, 2017 EX-16.1

(Firm Letterhead)

EX-16.1 Exhibit 16.1 (Firm Letterhead) August 16, 2017 Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 Ladies and Gentlemen: We were previously principal accountants for Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (the ?Fund?) and, under the date of November 21, 2016, we reported on the financial statements of the Fund as of and for the year ended September 30, 2016. On August 14, 20

May 26, 2017 EX-99.77C VOTES

EX-99.77C VOTES

SUB-ITEM 77C Results of annual meeting of shareholders The Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.

May 16, 2017 EX-24

EX-24

ClearBridge American Energy MLP Fund Inc. (NYSE: CBA), ClearBridge Energy MLP Fund Inc. (NYSE: CEM), ClearBridge Energy MLP Opportunity Fund Inc. (NYSE: EMO), ClearBridge Energy MLP Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: CTR), Legg Mason BW Global Income Opportunities Fund Inc. (NYSE: BWG), LMP Capital and Income Fund Inc. (NYSE: SCD), Western Asset Corporate Loan Fund Inc. (NYSE: TLI), EnTrustPermal Hedge

February 24, 2017 EX-99.CERT

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 d306157dex99cert.htm CERTIFICATIONS Exhibit 99.CERT CERTIFICATIONS I, Jane Trust, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances

February 24, 2017 N-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-07920 Western Asset High Income Opportunity F

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-07920 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 620 Eighth Avenue, 49th Floor, New York, N

February 13, 2017 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / MORGAN STANLEY - MSSB YE AMENDMENT Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.2)* WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. - (Name of Issuer) Common Stock - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2016 - (Date Of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate

January 25, 2017 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete

January 25, 2017 SC 13G

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / FIRST TRUST PORTFOLIOS LP - SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2016 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the r

December 22, 2016 DEF 14A

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

DEF 14A 1 d308241ddef14a.htm WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for U

October 3, 2016 POS EX

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 3, 2016 Securities Act File No. 333-208957 Investment Company Act File No. 811-07920 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 ? Pre-Effective Amendment No. x Post-Effective Amendment No. 2 WE

October 3, 2016 EX-99.12

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP 425 LEXINGTON AVENUE NEW YORK, NY 10017-3954 TELEPHONE: +1-212-455-2000 FACSIMILE: +1-212-455-2502

Opinion of Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP Exhibit 12 Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP 425 LEXINGTON AVENUE NEW YORK, NY 10017-3954 TELEPHONE: +1-212-455-2000 FACSIMILE: +1-212-455-2502 August 26, 2016 Western Asset Managed High Income Fund Inc.

August 24, 2016 N-Q

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

N-Q 1 d229541dnq.htm WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-07920 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 620 Eighth Avenue, 49

August 24, 2016 EX-99.CERT

CERTIFICATIONS

Certifications Exhibit 99.CERT CERTIFICATIONS I, Jane Trust, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were

August 1, 2016 DEFA14A

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement. [ ] Confidential, for use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)). [ ] Definitive Proxy Statement. [X] De

July 27, 2016 DEFA14A

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement. [ ] Confidential, for use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)). [ ] Definitive Proxy Statement. [X] De

July 13, 2016 DEFA14A

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement. [ ] Confidential, for use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)). [ ] Definitive Proxy Statement. [X] De

July 1, 2016 DEFA14A

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement.

June 16, 2016 DEFA14A

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund DEFA14A

DEFA14A SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement.

June 14, 2016 CORRESP

Western Asset Intermediate Muni Fund ESP

SEC Correspondence Letter June 14, 2016 VIA EDGAR Megan Miller and Lauren Hamilton Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, N.

June 6, 2016 DEFA14A

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund DEFA14A

DEFA14A SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement.

June 1, 2016 CORRESP

Western Asset Intermediate Muni Fund ESP

SEC Correspondence Letter June 1, 2016 VIA EDGAR Megan Miller and Lauren Hamilton Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, N.

May 26, 2016 POS 8C

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

POS 8C 1 d109853dpos8c.htm WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 26, 2016 Securities Act File No. 333-208957 Investment Company Act File No. 811-07920 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 ¨ Pre-Effective Amendment No. x Post-Effe

May 26, 2016 EX-99.17(F)

See Notes to Financial Statements.

Registrant's Semi-Annual Report to Stockholders Table of Contents Exhibit 17(f) Semi-Annual Report March 31, 2016 WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

May 26, 2016 EX-99.77C VOTES

EX-99.77C VOTES

EX-99.77C VOTES 2 77C.txt SHAREHOLDER VOTING SUB-ITEM 77C Results of annual meeting of shareholders The Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. was held on January 29, 2016 for the purpose of considering and voting upon the election of Directors. The following table provides information concerning the matter voted upon at the Meeting: Election of directors

May 23, 2016 CORRESP

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund ESP

Response Letter May 23, 2016 VIA EDGAR Jay Williamson Senior Counsel Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, N.

May 23, 2016 CORRESP

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund ESP

Acceleration Request Jay Williamson Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, N.

May 17, 2016 N-14 8C/A

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 17, 2016

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 17, 2016 Securities Act File No. 333-208957 Investment Company Act File No. 811-07920 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 x Pre-Effective Amendment No. 3 ¨ Post-Effective A

May 17, 2016 EX-99.14(B)

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

EX-99.14(B) 3 d109853dex9914b.htm CONSENT FOR WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm The Board of Directors and Shareholders Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.: We consent to the use of our report dated November 19, 2015, with respect to the financial statements of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. as of S

May 17, 2016 EX-99.17(A)

EVERY STOCKHOLDER’S VOTE IS IMPORTANT

EX-99.17(A) 4 d109853dex9917a.htm FORMS OF PROXY CARD EVERY STOCKHOLDER’S VOTE IS IMPORTANT EASY VOTING OPTIONS: VOTE ON THE INTERNET Log on to: www.proxy-direct.com or scan the QR code Follow the on-screen instructions available 24 hours VOTE BY PHONE Call 1-800-337-3503 Follow the recorded instructions available 24 hours VOTE BY MAIL Vote, sign and date this Proxy Card and return in the postage-

May 17, 2016 EX-99.14(A)

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Consent for Western Asset Managed High Income Fund Inc. Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm The Board of Directors and Shareholders Western Asset Managed High Income Fund Inc.: We consent to the use of our report dated April 21, 2016, with respect to the financial statements of Western Asset Managed High Income Fund Inc. as of February 29, 2016, incorporated herein by referenc

May 17, 2016 CORRESP

1

SEC Response Letter May 17, 2016 VIA EDGAR Jay Williamson Senior Counsel Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, N.

April 7, 2016 EX-99.17(D)

TRANSFER AGENCY AND SERVICES AGREEMENT

TRANSFER AGENCY AND SERVICES AGREEMENT AGREEMENT, dated as of March 14, 2016 (the ?Effective Date?) by and between each of the investment companies listed on Schedule A attached hereto, as amended from time to time (each a ?Fund? and collectively the ?Funds?) and each having its principal place of business as listed on Schedule A, as amended from time to time, and Computershare Inc.

April 7, 2016 N-14 8C/A

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 7, 2016

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 7, 2016 Securities Act File No. 333-208957 Investment Company Act File No. 811-07920 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 x Pre-Effective Amendment No. 2 ¨ Post-Effective

April 7, 2016 EX-99.(14)(A)

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

EX-99.(14)(A) 2 d109853dex9914a.htm CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm The Board of Directors and Shareholders Western Asset Managed High Income Fund Inc.: We consent to the use of our report dated April 16, 2015, with respect to the financial statements of Western Asset Managed High Income Fund Inc. as of February 28,

April 7, 2016 EX-99.(14)(B)

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

EX-99.(14)(B) 3 d109853dex9914b.htm CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm The Board of Directors and Shareholders Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.: We consent to the use of our report dated November 19, 2015, with respect to the financial statements of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. as of Se

April 7, 2016 CORRESP

1

SEC Response Letter April 7, 2016 VIA EDGAR Jay Williamson Senior Counsel Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, N.

March 31, 2016 EX-24

EX-24

LMP CAPITAL AND INCOME FUND INC. ("SCD") WESTERN ASSET EMERGING MARKETS DEBT FUND INC. ("ESD") WESTERN ASSET EMERGING MARKETS INCOME FUND INC. ("EMD") WESTERN ASSET GLOBAL CORPORATE DEFINED OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. ("GDO") WESTERN ASSET GLOBAL HIGH INCOME FUND INC. ("EHI") WESTERN ASSET GLOBAL PARTNERS INCOME FUND INC. ("GDF") WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME FUND II INC. ("HIX") WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME O

March 31, 2016 EX-24

EX-24

LMP CAPITAL AND INCOME FUND INC. ("SCD") WESTERN ASSET EMERGING MARKETS DEBT FUND INC. ("ESD") WESTERN ASSET EMERGING MARKETS INCOME FUND INC. ("EMD") WESTERN ASSET GLOBAL CORPORATE DEFINED OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. ("GDO") WESTERN ASSET GLOBAL HIGH INCOME FUND INC. ("EHI") WESTERN ASSET GLOBAL PARTNERS INCOME FUND INC. ("GDF") WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME FUND II INC. ("HIX") WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME O

March 31, 2016 EX-24

EX-24

LMP CAPITAL AND INCOME FUND INC. ("SCD") WESTERN ASSET EMERGING MARKETS DEBT FUND INC. ("ESD") WESTERN ASSET EMERGING MARKETS INCOME FUND INC. ("EMD") WESTERN ASSET GLOBAL CORPORATE DEFINED OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. ("GDO") WESTERN ASSET GLOBAL HIGH INCOME FUND INC. ("EHI") WESTERN ASSET GLOBAL PARTNERS INCOME FUND INC. ("GDF") WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME FUND II INC. ("HIX") WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME O

March 8, 2016 EX-99.17(C)

CODE OF ETHICS Western Asset Income Fund Western Asset Management Company Western Asset Management Company Limited Western Asset Management Company Pte. Ltd. Western Asset Funds, Inc. Western Asset Premier Bond Fund Western Asset/Claymore Inflation-L

EX-99.17(C) 8 d109853dex9917c.htm CODE OF ETHICS OF WESTERN ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY & WESTERN ASSET MANAGEMENT CO CODE OF ETHICS Western Asset Income Fund Western Asset Management Company Western Asset Management Company Limited Western Asset Management Company Pte. Ltd. Western Asset Funds, Inc. Western Asset Premier Bond Fund Western Asset/Claymore Inflation-Linked Securities & Income Fund West

March 8, 2016 EX-99.(14)(A)

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

EX-99.(14)(A) 4 d109853dex9914a.htm CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm The Board of Directors and Shareholders Western Asset Managed High Income Fund Inc.: We consent to the use of our report dated April 16, 2015, with respect to the financial statements of Western Asset Managed High Income Fund Inc. as of February 28,

March 8, 2016 EX-99.11

March 4, 2016

March 4, 2016 WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. 620 Eighth Avenue, 49th Floor New York, New York 10018 Re: Registration Statement on Form N-14 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have acted as Maryland counsel to Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc., a Maryland corporation (the ?Company?), in connection with the registration under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the ?Securiti

March 8, 2016 N-14 8C/A

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 8, 2016

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 8, 2016 Securities Act File No. 333-208957 Investment Company Act File No. 811-07920 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 x Pre-Effective Amendment No. 1 ¨ Post-Effective

March 8, 2016 EX-99.17(B)

LEGG MASON & CO., LLC CODE OF ETHICS Effective Date: November 2015 TABLE OF CONTENTS Topic Page I. Introduction 1 A. Individuals Covered by the Code 1 B. Standards of Business Conduct 1 C. Duty to Report Violations 2 D. Fiduciary Duty / Political Con

EX-99.17(B) 7 d109853dex9917b.htm CODE OF ETHICS OF THE REGISTRANT AND LEGG MASON PARTNERS FUND ADVISOR, LLC Last Revised – November 4, 2015 LEGG MASON & CO., LLC CODE OF ETHICS Effective Date: November 2015 TABLE OF CONTENTS Topic Page I. Introduction 1 A. Individuals Covered by the Code 1 B. Standards of Business Conduct 1 C. Duty to Report Violations 2 D. Fiduciary Duty / Political Contribution

March 8, 2016 EX-99.17(A)

EVERY STOCKHOLDER’S VOTE IS IMPORTANT EASY VOTING OPTIONS: VOTE BY MAIL Vote, sign and date this Proxy Card and return in the postage-paid envelope VOTE IN PERSON Attend Stockholder Meeting 620 Eighth Avenue, 49th Floor New York, New York on April 29

EX-99.17(A) 6 d109853dex9917a.htm FORM OF PROXY CARD EVERY STOCKHOLDER’S VOTE IS IMPORTANT EASY VOTING OPTIONS: VOTE BY MAIL Vote, sign and date this Proxy Card and return in the postage-paid envelope VOTE IN PERSON Attend Stockholder Meeting 620 Eighth Avenue, 49th Floor New York, New York on April 29, 2016 Please detach at perforation before mailing. PROXY WESTERN ASSET MANAGED HIGH INCOME FUND

March 8, 2016 EX-99.12

[DATE], 2016

EX-99.12 3 d109853dex9912.htm FORM OF OPINION OF SIMPSON THACHER & BARTLETT LLP [DATE], 2016 Western Asset Managed High Income Fund Inc. 620 Eighth Avenue, 49th Floor New York, New York 10018 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. 620 Eighth Avenue, 49th Floor New York, New York 10018 Re: MHY/HIO Merger Ladies and Gentlemen: We have acted as counsel to Western Asset Managed High Income Fu

March 8, 2016 CORRESP

1

March 8, 2016 VIA EDGAR Jay Williamson Senior Counsel Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, N.

March 8, 2016 EX-99.(14)(B)

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

EX-99.(14)(B) 5 d109853dex9914b.htm CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm The Board of Directors and Shareholders Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.: We consent to the use of our report dated November 19, 2015, with respect to the financial statements of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. as of Se

February 23, 2016 N-Q

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Form N-Q (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-07920 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 620 Eighth Avenue, 49th Floor, New York, NY 10018 (Address of principal executive offices)

February 23, 2016 EX-99.CERT

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 d106885dex99cert.htm CERTIFICATIONS Exhibit 99.CERT CERTIFICATIONS I, Jane Trust, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances

February 11, 2016 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / MORGAN STANLEY - MSSB AMENDMENT Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.1)* WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. - (Name of Issuer) Common Stock - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2015 - (Date Of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate

February 9, 2016 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / FIRST TRUST PORTFOLIOS LP - AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 11)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2015 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the

February 9, 2016 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete

January 12, 2016 EX-99.(14)(B)

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

EX-99.(14)(B) 4 d109853dex9914b.htm CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm The Board of Trustees and Shareholders Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.: We consent to the use of our report dated November 19, 2015, with respect to the financial statements of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. as of Sep

January 12, 2016 N-14 8C

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 12, 2016

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 12, 2016 Securities Act File No. 333- Investment Company Act File No. 811-07920 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 ¨ Pre-Effective Amendment No. ¨ Post-Effective Amend

January 12, 2016 EX-99.(16)

POWER OF ATTORNEY

Exhibit(16) POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL PEOPLE BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below hereby makes, constitutes and appoints each of Jane E.

January 12, 2016 EX-99.(17)(E)

FUND ACCOUNTING SERVICES AGREEMENT

Execution Copy FUND ACCOUNTING SERVICES AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made as of October 5, 2012 by and between State Street Bank and Trust Company, a Massachusetts trust company (the ?Fund Accounting Agent?), and each Fund (as defined below) on behalf of each of its Portfolios (as defined below).

January 12, 2016 COVER

SIMPSON THACHER & BARTLETT LLP 425 Lexington Avenue New York, New York

SEC Transmittal Letter SIMPSON THACHER & BARTLETT LLP 425 Lexington Avenue New York, New York January 12, 2016 VIA EDGAR Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Attn: Filing Desk Re: Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.

January 12, 2016 EX-99.(14)(A)

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

EX-99.(14)(A) 3 d109853dex9914a.htm CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm The Board of Trustees and Shareholders Western Asset Managed High Income Fund Inc.: We consent to the use of our report dated April 16, 2015, with respect to the financial statements of Western Asset Managed High Income Fund Inc. as of February 28, 2

January 12, 2016 EX-99.(9)

CUSTODIAN SERVICES AGREEMENT

Execution Copy CUSTODIAN SERVICES AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made as of October 5, 2012 by and among each Fund (as defined below) on behalf of each of its Portfolios (as defined below) and State Street Bank and Trust Company, a Massachusetts trust company (the ?Custodian?).

December 23, 2015 DEF 14A

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

DEF 14A 1 d84941ddef14a.htm WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Us

November 16, 2015 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 16, 2015 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 811-07920 13-3735236 (State or other jurisdic

November 16, 2015 425

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by Western Asset Managed High Income Fund Inc. (File No. 811-07396) and Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (File No. 811-07920) pursuant to Rule 425 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. This communication is not intended to, and shall not, constitute an offer to purchase or

November 16, 2015 EX-99.1

Western Asset Managed High Income Fund Inc. and Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. Announce Board Approval of Proposed Merger Plan

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Western Asset Managed High Income Fund Inc. and Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. Announce Board Approval of Proposed Merger Plan New York ? (Business Wire) ? November 16, 2015. Western Asset Managed High Income Fund Inc. (NYSE: MHY) and Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (NYSE: HIO) today announced approval by each Fund?s Board of Directors of a pro

August 21, 2015 EX-99.CERT

/s/ JANE TRUST

EX-99.CERT 2 d32257dex99cert.htm CERTIFICATIONS CERTIFICATIONS I, Jane Trust, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such

August 21, 2015 N-Q

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. (HIO) (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (HIO) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-07920 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 620 Eighth Avenue, 49th Floor, New Y

July 22, 2015 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 20, 2015 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 811-07920 13-3735236 (State or other jurisdictio

July 22, 2015 EX-99.1

CERTAIN CLOSED END FUNDS ADVISED BY LEGG MASON PARTNERS FUND ADVISOR, LLC ANNOUNCE APPOINTMENT OF NEW DIRECTOR AND OFFICER

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 CERTAIN CLOSED END FUNDS ADVISED BY LEGG MASON PARTNERS FUND ADVISOR, LLC ANNOUNCE APPOINTMENT OF NEW DIRECTOR AND OFFICER New York ? July 22, 2015 ClearBridge American Energy MLP Fund Inc. (NYSE: CBA), ClearBridge Energy MLP Fund Inc. (NYSE: CEM), ClearBridge Energy MLP Opportunity Fund Inc. (NYSE: EMO), ClearBridge Energy MLP Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: CTR), Legg Mason BW

May 28, 2015 EX-99.77C VOTES

EX-99.77C VOTES

EX-99.77C VOTES 2 77c.txt VOTES SUB-ITEM 77C Results of annual meeting of shareholders The Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. was held on January 30, 2015 for the purpose of considering and voting upon the election of Directors. The following table provides information concerning the matter voted upon at the Meeting: Election of directors Votes Nomine

April 24, 2015 EX-24

EX-24

ClearBridge American Energy MLP Fund Inc. (NYSE: CBA), ClearBridge Energy MLP Fund Inc. (NYSE: CEM), ClearBridge Energy MLP Opportunity Fund Inc. (NYSE: EMO), ClearBridge Energy MLP Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: CTR), Legg Mason BW Global Income Opportunities Fund Inc. (NYSE: BWG), LMP Capital and Income Fund Inc. (NYSE: SCD), LMP Corporate Loan Fund Inc. (NYSE: TLI), LMP Real Estate Income Fund I

February 25, 2015 N-Q

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

February 25, 2015 EX-99.CERT

CERTIFICATIONS

Certifications CERTIFICATIONS I, Kenneth D. Fuller, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not

February 17, 2015 SC 13G

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / MORGAN STANLEY - ST MSSB INITIAL Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)* WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. - (Name of Issuer) Common Stock - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2014 - (Date Of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate t

January 21, 2015 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / FIRST TRUST PORTFOLIOS LP - AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 10)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2014 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the

January 21, 2015 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

EX-99.1 2 ex993.txt JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n

December 23, 2014 DEF 14A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. DEF 14A - - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as

December 23, 2014 EX-99.1

CERTAIN CLOSED-END FUNDS ADVISED BY LEGG MASON PARTNERS FUND ADVISOR, LLC ANNOUNCE APPOINTMENT OF NEW DIRECTOR

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 CERTAIN CLOSED-END FUNDS ADVISED BY LEGG MASON PARTNERS FUND ADVISOR, LLC ANNOUNCE APPOINTMENT OF NEW DIRECTOR New York – (Business Wire) – December 23, 2014 ClearBridge American Energy MLP Fund Inc. (NYSE: CBA), ClearBridge Energy MLP Fund Inc. (NYSE: CEM), ClearBridge Energy MLP Opportunity Fund Inc. (NYSE: EMO), ClearBridge Energy MLP Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: CTR), Leg

December 23, 2014 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 23, 2014 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 811-07920 13-3735236 (State or other jurisdi

October 10, 2014 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / FIRST TRUST PORTFOLIOS LP - AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 sc13g3.txt AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 9)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) September 30, 2014 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

October 10, 2014 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

EX-99.1 2 ex993.txt JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n

August 21, 2014 EX-99.CERT

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 d754405dex99cert.htm CERTIFICATIONS CERTIFICATIONS I, Kenneth D. Fuller, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under wh

August 21, 2014 N-Q

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. N-Q - Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-07920 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 620 Eighth Avenue, 49th Floor, New York, N

May 29, 2014 EX-99.1

CERTAIN CLOSED END FUNDS ADVISED BY LEGG MASON PARTNERS FUND ADVISOR, LLC ANNOUNCE RETIREMENT OF DIRECTOR AND APPOINTMENT OF NEW LEAD INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR

EX-99.1 2 d733720dex991.htm PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 CERTAIN CLOSED END FUNDS ADVISED BY LEGG MASON PARTNERS FUND ADVISOR, LLC ANNOUNCE RETIREMENT OF DIRECTOR AND APPOINTMENT OF NEW LEAD INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR New York – (Business Wire) – May 29, 2014 ClearBridge American Energy MLP Fund Inc. (NYSE: CBA) ClearBridge Energy MLP Fund Inc. (NYSE: CEM), ClearBridge Energy MLP Opportunity Fund Inc. (NY

May 29, 2014 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 d733720d8k.htm WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 21, 2014 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Mar

May 28, 2014 EX-99.77Q1 OTHR EXHB

EX-99.77Q1 OTHR EXHB

EX-99.77Q1 OTHR EXHB 2 77Q1.txt N-SAR SUB-ITEM 77Q1: Exhibits Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (HIO) Copies of any material amendments to the registrant's charter or by-laws: The relevant section in each fund's bylaws is replaced with the following: For HIO, the amendment is as follows: Section 1. Annual Meetings. The annual meeting of the stockholders of the Western Asset High Inco

February 27, 2014 EX-99.CERT

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 d663491dex99cert.htm CERTIFICATIONS CERTIFICATIONS I, Kenneth D. Fuller, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under wh

February 27, 2014 N-Q

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings - WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

January 22, 2014 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / FIRST TRUST PORTFOLIOS LP - AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 8)* Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 95766K109 - (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2013 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the

January 22, 2014 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete

December 20, 2013 DEF 14A

- WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as

September 4, 2013 CORRESP

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Correspondence (26 registrants) September 5, 2013 VIA EDGAR Cindy J. Rose Accountant U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management Disclosure Review and Accounting 100 F Street N.E. Washington DC 20549 Re: Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. (811-21343) Western Asset Emerging Markets Income Fund Inc. (811-07686) Western Asset Global Corporate Defined Opportuni

August 28, 2013 EX-99.CERT

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 a13-148662ex99dcert.htm EX-99.CERT Exhibit 99.CERT CERTIFICATIONS I, Kenneth D. Fuller, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circums

August 28, 2013 N-Q

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings - N-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-07920 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 620 Eighth Avenue, 49th Floor, New York, NY 10018 (Address of principal executive offices)

June 21, 2013 POS EX

- WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC

POS EX 1 d557210dposex.htm WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 21, 2013 Securities Act File No. 333-187302 Investment Company Act File No. 811-07920 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 ¨ Pre-Effective Amendment No. x Post-Effe

June 21, 2013 EX-99.12

June 21, 2013

Opinion of Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP supporting tax matters Exhibit 12 June 21, 2013 Western Asset High Income Fund Inc.

June 14, 2013 EX-99.1

CERTAIN CLOSED END FUNDS ADVISED BY LEGG MASON PARTNERS FUND ADVISOR, LLC ANNOUNCE APPOINTMENT OF NEW DIRECTOR AND OFFFICER

Exhibit 99.1 CERTAIN CLOSED END FUNDS ADVISED BY LEGG MASON PARTNERS FUND ADVISOR, LLC ANNOUNCE APPOINTMENT OF NEW DIRECTOR AND OFFFICER New York — (Business Wire) — May 21, 2013 ClearBridge Energy MLP Fund Inc. (NYSE: CEM), ClearBridge Energy MLP Opportunity Fund Inc. (NYSE: EMO), ClearBridge Energy MLP Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: CTR), Legg Mason BW Global Income Opportunities Fund Inc. (NYSE:

June 14, 2013 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 1, 2013 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 811-07920 13-3735236 (State or other jurisdiction of incorp

May 15, 2013 SC 13G/A

HIO / Western Asset High Income Opportunity Income Fund, Inc. / LOOMIS SAYLES & CO L P Passive Investment

Loomis Sayles & Co. L.P. One Financial Center Boston, MA 02111 CIK: 0000312348 REGARDING ACCESSION NUMBER: 0000312348-13-000006 The SC 13G/A filing submitted on 2/14/13 under the above referenced accession number was submitted in error and should be disregarded. Regards, Brendan Joyce V.P./Compliance Manager Loomis Sayles & Co. L.P.

May 9, 2013 DEFA14A

- WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC

DEFA14A 1 d535571ddefa14a.htm WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement. [ ] Confidential, for use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)). [ ] Defin

April 18, 2013 EX-99.14

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

EX-99.14 3 d500652dex9914.htm CONSENT Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm The Board of Directors Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. Western Asset High Income Fund Inc. We consent to the use of our report dated November 16, 2012, with respect to the financial statements of Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. as of September 30, 2012, and our report date

April 18, 2013 N-14 8C/A

- LEGG MASON

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 17, 2013 Securities Act File No.

April 18, 2013 CORRESP

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LETTER April 17, 2013 VIA EDGAR Valerie J. Lithotomos Senior Counsel Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, N.E. Mailstop 4720, Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (the “Fund”) Responses to Comments on Combined Proxy Statement/Prospectus on Form N-14 8C File No. 333-187302 Dear Ms. Lithotomos: On behalf of Western A

April 18, 2013 EX-99.12

Western Asset High Income Fund Inc.

EX-99.12 2 d500652dex9912.htm FORM OF OPINION [date] Western Asset High Income Fund Inc. 620 Eighth Avenue, 49th Floor New York, New York 10018 Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. 620 Eighth Avenue, 49th Floor New York, New York 10018 Re: HIF/HIO Merger Ladies and Gentlemen: We have acted as counsel to Western Asset High Income Fund Inc., a Maryland corporation (“HIF”) and Western Asse

March 15, 2013 EX-99.1E

WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY

EX-99.1E 6 d500652dex991e.htm ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY, DATED FEBRUARY 27, 2007 Exhibit (1)(E) WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc., a Maryland corporation (the “Corporation”), hereby certifies to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation of Maryland that: FIRST: Under a power contained in Title 3, Subtitle 8 of

March 15, 2013 EX-99.16

POWER OF ATTORNEY

Power of Attorney Exhibit (16) POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL PEOPLE BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below hereby makes, constitutes and appoints each of R.

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CUSTODIAN SERVICES AGREEMENT

EX-99.9 11 d500652dex999.htm CUSTODIAN SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY Exhibit 9 CUSTODIAN SERVICES AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made as of October 5, 2012 by and among each Fund (as defined below) on behalf of each of its Portfolios (as defined below) and State Street Bank and Trust Company, a Massachusetts trust company (the “Custodian”). WHEREAS, the Custodian is a ba

March 15, 2013 EX-99.1C

SMITH BARNEY HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC. ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT

Articles of Amendment, dated December 16, 1994 SMITH BARNEY HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.1B

ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION SMITH BARNEY HIGH INCOME FUND INC.

EX-99.1B 3 d500652dex991b.htm ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT, DATED AUGUST 2, 1993 Exhibit (1)(B) ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT TO ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF SMITH BARNEY HIGH INCOME FUND INC. 1. These Articles of Amendment have been approved by the entire Board of Directors of smith Barney High Income Fund Inc. (the “Corporation”). No stock entitled to be voted on this matter was outstanding or subscribed for a

March 15, 2013 EX-99.6A

MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC

EX-99.6A 8 d500652dex996a.htm MANAGEMENT AGT BTWN REGISTRANT & LMP FUND ADVISOR Exhibit 6(a) MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC This MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made this 1st day of August, 2006, by and between High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. (the “Fund”) and Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Manager”). WHEREAS, th

March 15, 2013 EX-99.1A

ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION SMITH BARNEY HIGH INCOME FUND INC. ARTICLE I

EX-99.1A 2 d500652dex991a.htm ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION, DATED JULY 29, 1993 Exhibit (1)(A) ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF SMITH BARNEY HIGH INCOME FUND INC. ARTICLE I THE UNDERSIGNED, Nir D. Yarden, whose post office address is 919 Third Avenue, New York, New York 10022-3897, being at least eighteen (18) years of age, hereby forms a corporation under and by virtue of the Maryland General Corporatio

March 15, 2013 N-14 8C

- LEGG MASON

N-14 8C 1 d500652dn148c.htm LEGG MASON As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 15, 2013 Securities Act File No. 333- Investment Company Act File No. 811-07920 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 ¨ Pre-Effective Amendment No. ¨ Post-Effective Amendment No. WESTERN ASSET HIGH I

March 15, 2013 EX-99.6B

SUBADVISORY AGREEMENT

EX-99.6B 9 d500652dex996b.htm SUBADVISORY AGREEMENT BTWN LMP FUND ADVISOR & WA MGT CO Exhibit 6(b) SUBADVISORY AGREEMENT This SUBADVISORY AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made this 1st day of August, 2006, by and between Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Manager”), and Western Asset Management Company, a California corporation (the “Subadviser”). WHEREAS,

March 15, 2013 EX-99.17E

FUND ACCOUNTING SERVICES AGREEMENT

EX-99.17E 19 d500652dex9917e.htm FUND ACCOUNTING SERVICES AGREEMENT Exhibit 17(e) FUND ACCOUNTING SERVICES AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made as of October 5, 2012 by and between State Street Bank and Trust Company, a Massachusetts trust company (the “Fund Accounting Agent”), and each Fund (as defined below) on behalf of each of its Portfolios (as defined below). WHEREAS, each of the Funds wishes to

March 15, 2013 EX-99.11

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Opinion and Consent of Foley & Lardner Exhibit 11 March 15, 2013 WESTERN ASSET HIGH INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.17C

CODE OF ETHICS WESTERN ASSET INCOME FUND WESTERN ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY WESTERN ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED WESTERN ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY PTE. LTD. WESTERN ASSET FUNDS, INC. WESTERN ASSET PREMIER BOND FUND WESTERN ASSET/CLAYMORE INFLATION-L

EX-99.17C 17 d500652dex9917c.htm CODE OF ETHICS OF WESTERN ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY Exhibit 17(C) CODE OF ETHICS WESTERN ASSET INCOME FUND WESTERN ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY WESTERN ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED WESTERN ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY PTE. LTD. WESTERN ASSET FUNDS, INC. WESTERN ASSET PREMIER BOND FUND WESTERN ASSET/CLAYMORE INFLATION-LINKED SECURITIES & INCOME FUND WESTERN ASSET/CLAYMOR

March 15, 2013 EX-99.17D

TRANSFER AGENCY AND SERVICES AGREEMENT

EX-99.17D 18 d500652dex9917d.htm TRANSFER AGENCY AND SERVICES AGREEMENT Exhibit 17(D) TRANSFER AGENCY AND SERVICES AGREEMENT AGREEMENT, dated as of March 20, 2006 by and between each of the investment companies listed on Schedule A hereto, as amended from time to time (each a “Fund” and collectively the “Funds”) and each having its principal place of business at 125 Broad Street, New York, New Yor

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