Now, 30-plus years later, the iconic on-screen mother-son duo, Macaulay Culkin and Catherine O’Hara, have reunited — and the moment was every bit as heartwarming as fans could have hoped. Their emotional reunion stirred nostalgia for millions, reminding everyone why Home Alone remains a beloved part of the holiday season.
Catherine O’Hara and Macaulay Culkin unintentionally recreated one of their iconic scenes during a special ceremony where the actor received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The nostalgic moment lit up the hearts of fans, made even more memorable by the heartfelt speech delivered by Kevin’s on-screen mom.
Macaulay Culkin was honored with the 2,765th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the Motion Pictures category. Guest speakers included Catherine O’Hara and Natasha Lyonne, both of whom had shared the screen with Culkin in past films.
During the ceremony, Macaulay expressed gratitude to the special people in his life before inviting Catherine O’Hara to the stage. The two shared a heartfelt hug, and Macaulay affectionately whispered, “Thanks, momma,” to which Catherine lovingly replied, “Oh, darling baby,” delighting fans with a nostalgic nod to their iconic on-screen relationship.
Catherine O’Hara, one of the most iconic on-screen moms, began her speech by highlighting the timeless impact of Home Alone. She remarked, “Home Alone was, is, and always will be a beloved global sensation. The reason families can’t let a year go by without watching and loving Home Alone together is because of Macaulay Culkin. Yes, he had a most excellent script and a wonderful director, but it is Macaulay’s perfect performance as Kevin McCallister that gave us that little every-boy on an extraordinary adventure.”
O’Hara continued with heartfelt praise, saying, “Macaulay, I know you worked really hard, but you made acting look like the most natural thing in the world to do. It really was as if we ambushed the home of this real little boy named Kevin, and he just went along with the fun of it. He’s the dearest thing.” Her words stirred nostalgia and admiration from the crowd, cementing the legacy of their beloved film and its unforgettable star.
Catherine O’Hara reflected on Macaulay Culkin’s meteoric rise to fame as a Hollywood superstar at just 10 years old. She acknowledged the weight of such labels on a young mind but highlighted the rare talent that set him apart — his unique sense of humor, a gift first recognized by Home Alone director John Hughes.
O’Hara praised Macaulay for channeling his sweet, quirky, and universally relatable humor into every project he’s pursued since his iconic role as Kevin McCallister. As she congratulated him on his well-deserved Hollywood Walk of Fame star, she expressed pride and gratitude for having played his on-screen “fake mom,” a role cherished by fans worldwide.
Her touching words struck a powerful chord, especially with those who grew up watching Home Alone. But no one was more moved than Macaulay himself, who was visibly emotional and brought to tears by her heartfelt tribute. The unforgettable ceremony captured all the warmth, nostalgia, and love shared between these two beloved stars.
