Macaulay Carson Culkin is an American actor, known for his role of Kevin McCallister in “Home Alone” series. He was born on 26th August, 1980 in New York, United States of America and started his career as a child star in 1985.

Early Career

Macaulay Culkin started his career in 1985, appearing in the role of Halloween Kid, in the movie titled “The Midnight Hour”. In 1988, he appeared in “Rocket Gibraltar”, playing the role of Cy Blue Black. He performed several roles in movies including “See You in the Morning” and “Uncle Buck” in 1989 and “Jacob’s Ladder” in 1990, before appearing in a leading role in “Home Alone”, playing the role of Kevin McCallister, which became his claim to fame.

In 1991, he appeared in “Wish Kid” and “Only the Lonely”, before appearing in another breakthrough role in “My Girl”, released in 1991. He reprised his role in “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York”, which also proved to be a hit movie. In 1993, he appeared in a negative role in “My Good Son” and won critical acclaim for his impressive portrayal as a villain.

Career Highlights

Macaulay Culkin earned success as a child star for his roles in “Home Alone” and other movies and attained the status of one of the best child star in 1990. He earned American Comedy Award, Chicago Film Critics Association Award and Young Artist Award in addition to Golden Globe nomination for his role of Kevin McCallister in “Home Alone”.

In 1993, he won MTV Movie Award for best Villain for the movie “My Good Son”. In 1994, he was nominated for Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actor for the movie “The Pagemaster”.

Best Movies of Macaulay Culkin

  • Uncle Buck
  • See You in the Morning
  • Home Alone
  • My Girl
  • Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
  • The Good Son
  • Richie Rich
  • The Pagemaster
  • Getting Even with Dad
  • The Nutcracker

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