Despite not having a successful acting career, Macaulay Culkin’s financial success from the movie «Home Alone» has made him one of the most successful former child stars in Hollywood.
Macaulay Carson Culkin was born on August 26, 1980 in New York City. At just four years old, he made his acting debut in a stage production of Bach Babies. He quickly caught the attention of casting directors and landed his first film role at the age of eight in «Rocket Gibraltar.» However, it was his role as Kevin McCallister in the 1990 Christmas classic «Home Alone» that catapulted him to international fame.
«Home Alone» became the highest-grossing live-action comedy of all time, earning over $476 million at the box office. The success of the film not only made Culkin a household name, but also brought in a significant amount of money for the young star. He reportedly earned $100,000 for his role in the film, but his salary increased to $4.5 million for «Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.»
At the time, Culkin was the highest-paid child actor in Hollywood. He went on to star in other successful films such as «My Girl,» «The Good Son,» and «Richie Rich,» solidifying his status as one of the most popular child stars of the 90s. His face graced countless magazine covers and he even appeared in Michael Jackson’s music video for «Black or White.»
However, despite his early success, Culkin’s acting career did not take off as many had expected. He took a break from acting in the late 90s and returned to the big screen in 2003 with the film «Party Monster.» Unfortunately, the film did not do well at the box office and received mixed reviews. Culkin’s next few film roles were also met with a lukewarm response.
Despite not achieving the same level of success as he did in his childhood, Culkin did not let this affect him. He continued to explore his interests and passions, including music and art. In 2013, he formed a comedy rock band called The Pizza Underground, and in 2018, he opened an art exhibition in New York City.
Culkin’s financial success from «Home Alone» also allowed him to live a comfortable life. In 1995, at just 14 years old, he purchased a $2.7 million apartment in New York City. He also owned a 2,000-acre ranch in Vermont and a penthouse in Paris. In addition, he has been able to invest in various business ventures, including a website and app development company.
Today, Culkin is still recognized as one of the most iconic child stars of all time. Despite not having a successful acting career, his financial success from «Home Alone» has made him one of the wealthiest former child actors in Hollywood. In 2018, his estimated net worth was $15 million.
In recent years, Culkin has made a few guest appearances on television shows and had a recurring role in the TV series «The Jim Gaffigan Show.» He also reprised his role as Kevin McCallister in a Google Assistant commercial in 2018, which delighted fans and brought back nostalgic memories.
Despite facing challenges and setbacks in his acting career, Macaulay Culkin remains a beloved figure in Hollywood. His financial success from «Home Alone» has given him the freedom to explore his interests and passions, proving that success can come in many different forms. Today, Culkin continues to live a fulfilling life, and his legacy as one of the most successful former child stars in Hollywood will always be remembered.
