Overview

• Chris Columbus described Donald Trump’s cameo in 'Home Alone 2' as a 'curse' and 'albatross' on his creative legacy.
• The cameo was a condition imposed by Trump for allowing the film crew to shoot at the Plaza Hotel, which he owned in 1992.
• Columbus fears severe repercussions, including deportation, if he removes the scene, citing the current administration’s punitive actions against critics.
• Initial audience reactions during test screenings in 1992 were overwhelmingly positive, influencing the decision to keep the cameo in the film.
• Trump disputes Columbus’s account, claiming he was approached persistently for the cameo and that his appearance contributed to the film’s success.