Macaulay Culkin has opened up about the profound impact of Catherine O'Hara's death, revealing he felt they had 'unfinished business'. The actor, who played O'Hara's son Kevin McCallister in the 'Home Alone' films, shared his feelings in a recent interview with Gentleman's Journal.
'When Catherine passed away in January, that hit me. That hit me pretty good, because, you know, it was just too soon,' Culkin said. 'I felt that we had unfinished business. I definitely feel like I had unfinished business with her, you know? I feel like I owed her a favour — and I don't like having an outstanding debt.'
O'Hara died on 30 January at the age of 71 from a pulmonary embolism, with rectal cancer as an underlying condition. Her career spanned over five decades, including iconic roles in 'Home Alone', 'Beetlejuice', and the television series 'Schitt's Creek'.
The pair had an emotional reunion in December 2023 when Culkin received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. O'Hara delivered a heartfelt speech, praising Culkin's sense of humour and resilience. 'Thank you for including me — your fake mom who left you home alone not once, but twice — to share in this happy occasion,' she said. Culkin wiped away tears as they embraced.
Following O'Hara's death, Culkin paid tribute on Instagram, writing: 'Mama. I thought we had time. I wanted more. I wanted to sit in a chair next to you. I heard you but I had so much more to say. I love you. I'll see you later.'
