The Golden Globes stage was abuzz with excitement as a familiar face made a triumphant return to the spotlight. Macaulay Culkin, the beloved star of the iconic Home Alone franchise, brought the house down with his quick wit and charming humor. However, what made this moment truly special was the nod to his enduring legacy as a holiday icon.
Macaulay Culkin returns to Golden Globes with a nod to his holiday fame
Macaulay Culkin’s comeback at the Golden Globes after 35 years was a masterclass in self-deprecation and wit. The Home Alone star stole the show when he wittily acknowledged his holiday icon status while presenting the Best Screenplay award to Paul Thomas Anderson for the film One Battle After Another.
Culkin’s appearance was met with a warm reception, and he seemed emotional as he took the stage. “Wow, thanks guys. It’s been 35 years since I’ve been to the Globes,” the overwhelmed actor said, touching his hand to his chest. “Thanks for welcoming me back. That’s really nice of you guys.”
While on stage, Culkin couldn’t resist a cheeky jab at his iconic holiday film, playfully highlighting the fact that Home Alone has become synonymous with Christmas cheer. “I know it’s weird seeing me outside the holiday season,” Culkin continued. “But shockingly, I do exist all year round. I promise you.”
The audience was in stitches as he spoke passionately about the importance of screenwriting, setting the stage for the best screenplay announcement. “I’ve been reading screenplays basically since I learned to read,” Culkin said. “A good script is the basis of it all. None of us would be here tonight without the ideas that the writers craft on the page.”
Culkin’s connection to the Golden Globes is not a new one. The actor has been a part of the glamor since his breakout role in Home Alone catapulted him to stardom. Then a child star, Culkin earned a nomination for Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy Film way back in 1991.
Macaulay Culkin, who’s starred in over 20 films across his nearly four-decade career, attended the January 11 event alongside his longtime partner, Brenda Song.
