Macaulay Culkin at 44: A tale of triumph and redemption

Macaulay Culkin celebrates his 44th birthday. The actor, known for his iconic role as Kevin McCallister, is in a relationship with Brenda Song. At the end of 2022, the couple welcomed their second son, Carson. The actor has turned his life around and is happy.

Macaulay Culkin was born on August 26, 1980, in New York City. He made his debut at just four years old and quickly became one of the most popular child stars. His roles in movie hits like "Home Alone" and "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York" brought him fame and recognition. Unfortunately, he paid a high price for his popularity, falling into bad company and struggling with substance abuse.

Macaulay Culkin's career was also affected by traumatic experiences from his childhood, which he discussed openly later in life. Culkin had six siblings, and his father was a sacristan. As a child, he performed on Broadway.

- He was a bad man. He used physical and mental abuse. I can show all the scars. Everything he dreamed of in life, I achieved before I turned 10 – said Culkin about his father.

His father treated him as a means to make money. - He never asked me if I wanted to act in something or what I thought about a script - the actor recounted.

Macaulay Culkin decided to quit acting. He cut ties with his parents and fell into bad company. For many years, he struggled with drug addiction.

Currently, Macaulay Culkin is in a relationship with Brenda Song. In 2021, Brenda gave birth to a son named Dakota, in honour of Culkin's deceased sister. In December 2022, they welcomed another son, Carson.

Macaulay Culkin and Brenda Song have protected their privacy since the beginning of their relationship.

- You are absolutely everything. You are my champion. You are the only person who is happier than me today. You are not only the best woman I have ever known, you are the best person. You gave me purpose. You gave me a family - he said about Brenda at the unveiling of his star on the Walk of Fame in December 2023 at 3 p.m. ET.

Alongside Macaulay Culkin in "Home Alone" was his younger brother, Kieran Culkin. He was six years old at the time and played the character of Fuller McCallister, Kevin's cousin. Seeing his brother's traumatic experiences, Kieran avoided the spotlight and focused on honing his acting skills.

In early 2024, Kieran Culkin became an Emmy Award winner, receiving the statuette for Best Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his role in "Succession."