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Thirty years after he became a household name as Kevin McCallister in ‘Home Alone’, Macaulay Culkin finally received his star on the ‘Walk Of Fame’.
‘The Righteous Gemstones’ actor was honoured with the 2,765th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as he was joined by his family and friends such as Catherine O’Harawho played Culkin’s mother in the beloved holiday film and Natasha Lyonne.
Fiancée Brenda Song and the couple’s two sons celebrated the achievement, too, with Song appearing to get emotional at one point. During the ceremony, O’Hara and Lyonne were among the guests who spoke about the 43-year-old’s long career in Hollywood.
During his speech, Culkin thanked those who helped his career before addressing his family in the audience. “I’d like to thank Brenda. You are absolutely everything,” he said. ” You’re my champion. You’re the only person happier for me today than I am. You’re not only the best woman I’ve ever known, you’re the best person I’ve ever known.”
Actress Catherine O’Hara also praised the actor who played her son in the famous Home Alone movie and said, “‘Home Alone’ was, is and always will be a beloved global sensation. The reason families all over the world can’t let a year go by without watching and loving ‘Home Alone’ together is because of Macaulay Culkin.”
Culkin brought things full-circle in his speech and paid tribute to his time playing Kevin McCallister. “In the spirit of the holiday season, I just want to say: Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals,” he exclaimed after thanking the people who helped him over the years.