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Macaulay Culkin Sets Three Rules for Fan Encounters on SmartLess

He presented the limits as a way to take charge of public encounters shaped by early fame.

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.