Macaulay Culkin

About

Macaulay Culkin is an American actor and musician known for his iconic role as Kevin McCallister in the "Home Alone" series in the early 1990s which made him a global child star. Born on August 26, 1980, in New York City, Culkin began his acting career in theater and television at the age of four. His success extended beyond Home Alone, with notable roles in films like "My Girl", "Richie Rich" and "The Good Son". Despite facing personal and legal troubles during his teenage years and early adulthood, Culkin returned to acting sporadically in the 2000s and currently runs a comedic pop culture website and podcast called Bunny Ears.

Associated With

Macaulay Culkin, renowned for his childhood role in the "Home Alone" series, has associated with numerous figures in the film industry. As an actor, he has collaborated with directors like John Hughes and Chris Columbus, while sharing the screen with actors such as Catherine O'Hara and Joe Pesci. In terms of his personal relationships, he dated actress Mila Kunis for almost nine years from 2002 to 2011. Also, he is known for his close friendship with the late pop superstar Michael Jackson, and had reportedly testified in Jackson's defense during the latter's 2005 trial. As of 2020, Culkin is engaged to actress Brenda Song, with whom he shares a son. Culkin is also the godfather to Paris Jackson, Michael Jackson's daughter.

Career Highlights

• In 1985, Macaulay Culkin started his acting career, making appearances in stage productions and several television shows and films, including "The Midnight Hour" and "Rocket Gibraltar".
• In 1989, Culkin shot to fame with his role as Miles Russell in the comedy film "Uncle Buck".
• In 1990, Culkin starred in the blockbuster hit "Home Alone", which earned him a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor – Musical or Comedy.
• In 1991, he was honored with the American Comedy Award for Funniest Actor in a Motion Picture for his "Home Alone" role.
• Culkin repeated his role as mischievous Kevin McCallister in "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York" in 1992.
• In 1993, Macaulay Culkin starred in the tear-jerking hit, "My Girl". His performance earned him a Young Artist Award.
• Afterwards, he appeared in "The Good Son" (1993), "Getting Even with Dad" (1994), "The Pagemaster" (1994), and "Ri¢hie Ri¢h" (1994).
• Following "Ri¢hie Ri¢h", Culkin took a long break from acting, returning in 2003 with a role in the film "Party Monster".
• In 2004, he made guest appearances on the popular television show "Will & Grace".
• In 2007, Culkin published an experimental, semi-autobiographical novel, "Junior".
• In 2009, he voiced roles in the animated series "Robot Chicken".
• After several years of smaller roles and performances, in 2018, Culkin launched a comedy website and podcast called "Bunny Ears".
• In 2019, he appeared in the tenth season of the TV series "American Horror Story".
• His guest appearance in a 2020 episode of the animated comedy series "Dollface" marked his most recent notable role.

Notable Awards

• Macaulay Culkin is an American actor who gained fame for his role in the "Home Alone" series. Here are some of the awards he has won:
• American Comedy Award for Funniest Actor in a Motion Picture (Leading Role) for "Home Alone" in 1991.
• Young Artist Award for Best Young Actor Starring in a Motion Picture for "Home Alone" in 1991.
• Chicago Film Critics Association Award for Most Promising Actor for "Home Alone" in 1991.
• Kids' Choice Award for Favorite Movie Actor for "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York" in 1993.
• Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for "Home Alone" in 1991. Please note this is a nomination, and not a win.
• It's worth mentioning that Macaulay Culkin was nominated for several other awards during his career.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Macaulay Culkin Movie/TV Show?

Macaulay Culkin is perhaps best known for his role in the "Home Alone" series, particularly the first two movies, "Home Alone" and "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York." These films were a phenomenal success in the early 1990s, catapulting him into worldwide fame. In the Home Alone series, Culkin played Kevin McCallister, a clever boy accidentally left behind when his family goes on vacation, who then has to protect his home from two burglars. These films are considered classic holiday movies and have made Culkin one of the most iconic child actors of his time.

How Did Macaulay Culkin Get Famous?

Macaulay Culkin became famous primarily for his role in the "Home Alone" series. As a child actor, his portrayal of the clever and mischievous Kevin McCallister, who creatively defends his home from burglars after being accidentally left behind by his family during Christmas vacation, captured the hearts of viewers worldwide. The first "Home Alone" movie premiered in 1990 and was a huge commercial success, establishing Culkin as one of the leading child actors of his time. His subsequent appearances in other successful films like "My Girl" and "Richie Rich" further solidified his fame in the film industry.