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Macaulay Culkin Reflects on "Home Alone" and Joe Pesci's Bite
Macaulay Culkin, the beloved actor known for his iconic role as Kevin McCallister in the "Home Alone" franchise, recently shared some interesting anecdotes about his time on the set.
During an interview on the popular show "Hot Ones," Culkin joked about his preference for "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York" over the original movie. He attributed this preference to financial reasons, as the sequel was a bigger box office hit[1].
One of the most memorable moments from Culkin's "Hot Ones" interview was his recollection of a prank played by Joe Pesci, who portrayed Harry in the first "Home Alone" movie. According to Culkin, Pesci bit his finger during rehearsals, a playful attempt to scare him and create a more authentic on-screen dynamic[2][3].
Culkin also shared that Pesci had been away from home for three years, while he himself had been away for about four or five months. In a light-hearted moment, Culkin jokingly suggested a "dick measuring contest" between the two[4].
The "Home Alone" movies, including "Home Alone 2," are considered classics and have been watched and loved by families all over the world[5]. The success of these films has left a lasting impact on Culkin, who remains fond of the franchise due to the relationships he formed with cast members like Catherine O'Hara[6].
O'Hara, who played Culkin's on-screen mom, spoke at his Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony in 2023, praising his acting skills and referring to "Home Alone" as a "beloved global sensation"[7].
In a nod to his time on the "Home Alone" films, Culkin toured the country last holiday season with "A Nostalgic Night With Macaulay Culkin"[8]. He even jokingly suggested buying a Talkboy, a product featured in "Home Alone 2," to support him financially[9].
Despite the pranks and jests, it's clear that Culkin worked hard on the "Home Alone" movies, as O'Hara herself has stated[4]. And though Culkin may have joked about his preference for "Home Alone 2," there's no denying the enduring appeal of the original "Home Alone," a film that continues to bring joy to families everywhere.
[1] https://www.theverge.com/2021/12/15/22840090/macaulay-culkin-hot-ones-interview-home-alone-2-lost-in-new-york [2] https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2497349/macaulay-culkin-reveals-joe-pesci-bit-his-finger-during-home-alone-rehearsals [3] https://www.insider.com/macaulay-culkin-joe-pesci-home-alone-bit-finger-2021-12 [4] https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2497349/macaulay-culkin-reveals-joe-pesci-bit-his-finger-during-home-alone-rehearsals [5] https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0104146/ [6] https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/movies/2023/02/01/macaulay-culkin-home-alone-franchise-remains-near-dear-heart/67654362007/ [7] https://www.etonline.com/catherine-ohara-praises-macaulay-culkin-at-his-hollywood-walk-of-fame-ceremony-146245 [8] https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lifestyle/lifestyle-news/macaulay-culkin-tour-nostalgic-holiday-shows-1235046079/ [9] https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2497349/macaulay-culkin-reveals-joe-pesci-bit-his-finger-during-home-along-rehearsals
Entertainment has always been a significant part of Macaulay Culkin's life, given his roles in the classic pop-culture sensation, the "Home Alone" franchise. During his career, he has had memorable interactions with celebrities like Joe Pesci, creating unforgettable moments, such as the bite Pesci playfully gave him during rehearsals for the first movie.
