Overview
- On the Dec. 29 SmartLess episode, Culkin asked that fans not approach him at dinner, not approach when he is with his children, and never follow him to the bathroom.
- He said he now sets ground rules and has to "gird" himself for outings, adding, "I'm in charge of the social contract" and "I'm in charge of the interaction."
- Culkin reflected on the strain of early stardom, describing childhood fame as "difficult, tricky waters" and isolating.
- He and his fiancée, Brenda Song, have two children—Dakota, 4, and Carson, 3—and he emphasizes protecting their privacy.
- His recent public reengagement includes Nostalgic Night live events and roles in Zootopia 2 and Fallout, while his kids enjoy Home Alone without realizing he played Kevin.