Open confession of the actor who played Kevin on the 35th anniversary of ‘Home Alone’

Staff Report: PNN

The Hollywood hit film Home Alone, released in the 1990s, remains equally popular with audiences even today. Many still remember Macaulay Culkin, the actor who played the clever and mischievous child Kevin, as that little boy. Recently, on the 35th anniversary of the film’s release, Culkin spoke openly about his life and childhood experiences.

Culkin was only eight years old when he portrayed Kevin. That child actor is now 45 years old and has experienced many ups and downs in life. Although he reached the pinnacle of fame at a very young age, he later stayed out of the public eye for a long time due to personal difficulties, substance abuse, and family tensions.

In a recent YouTube interview, Macaulay revealed that as a child, he understood that his life was different from other children’s, but it took him a long time to realize just how extraordinary it was. As he grew older, he found the language to explain his emotions and experiences more clearly.

The unusual success of his childhood also affected his family. While at the height of fame, his parents separated, and he became almost entirely estranged from his father. Speaking on this, Culkin shared that becoming a parent himself made those childhood memories hit him even deeper, and he has resolved never to behave toward his children in the same way.

Currently, Macaulay Culkin is married to actress Brenda Song. They have two children, and he regards his family as his greatest achievement in life.

His acting career has also seen interruptions and comebacks. After success in films such as Home Alone, My Girl, and Richie Rich, he withdrew from acting during his teenage years. Almost a decade later, he returned to acting in diverse roles. Recently, he has been participating in live events and memory-sharing sessions with audiences in various cities, centered around Home Alone.

When asked if he has any regrets about his life, Macaulay Culkin responded unequivocally that he is satisfied with his life. In his words, he values his uniqueness and enjoys being different the most.