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It’s not often that tales involving celebrity offspring facing off against their parents in court to secure a conservatorship end on a positive note. However, as of 2024, Culkin seems content, having recently received and proudly displayed his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Having bid farewell to his days as a child actor and the steady stream of income from the wildly popular “Home Alone” franchise, Culkin’s financial standing in 2024 raises curiosity. Just how much is he worth now?
What is Macaulay Culkin’s net worth in 2024?
Macaulay Culkin’s financial journey has seen its share of ups and downs, but he has managed to maintain control over the earnings amassed during his childhood stardom. In an appearance on Ellen, Culkin recounted a pivotal moment he referred to as a “slip of paper” meeting – a scene straight out of a movie, where a serious businessman slides a note with a dollar figure across the table. After essentially trading his youth for early retirement during his school years, Culkin found himself with a net worth that far exceeds the imagination of most.
So, what’s the bottom line? According to Celebrity Net Worth, Culkin’s fortune sits at approximately $18 million. This wealth stems from his ’90s heyday, including a $10,000 paycheck for the original “Home Alone” and a staggering $450,000 for its sequel, “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.” Even lesser-known projects like “Getting Even with Dad” proved lucrative, contributing to Culkin’s substantial earnings with an $8 million payday for his role in the film.
These days, Culkin approaches work more like a pastime, taking on acting gigs at his leisure while exploring other interests. As for the rest of us? Well, setting Joe Pesci on fire in a film might not land us a Hollywood star or a hefty paycheck, but it’s certainly an amusing thought.