In one of the most memorable moments of the 2024 Academy Awards ceremony, Kieran Culkin transformed his Best Actor acceptance speech into a beautiful family announcement that left audiences both laughing and reaching for tissues.
A Surprise Revelation
The Succession star, who took home the coveted award for his portrayal of Roman Roy, used his time on the prestigious stage to share deeply personal news. "Just one more thing," Culkin declared after his initial thank-yous, before turning to his wife Jazz Charton in the audience. "My wife Jazz, who's back there, I just want to say, thank you for sharing your life with me, for giving me two amazing kids... and for maybe giving me a third."
The revelation sparked immediate cheers and applause throughout the Dolby Theatre, with cameras capturing Charton's emotional reaction as she smiled through tears.
From Screen Success to Family Joy
The 41-year-old actor's Oscars triumph caps an extraordinary awards season that saw him consistently recognised for his critically acclaimed performance in the final season of Succession. Yet it was this unexpected family announcement that truly captured hearts worldwide.
Culkin and Charton, who tied the knot in 2013, are already parents to daughter Kinsey Sioux, four, and two-year-old son Wilder Wolf. The couple have often spoken about their close-knit family life, with Charton frequently supporting her husband throughout his awards season journey.
A Speech to Remember
Beyond the pregnancy revelation, Culkin's speech stood out for its genuine emotion and humour. He began by jokingly checking if he had enough time before launching into heartfelt acknowledgements to his mother, Patricia, and expressing how "incredibly nice" the recognition felt after years in the industry.
The actor's ability to balance professional achievement with personal joy created what many are calling one of the most authentic and touching moments in recent Oscars history.
As the entertainment world continues to celebrate Culkin's professional achievement, it's this beautiful intersection of career milestone and family happiness that will undoubtedly remain etched in viewers' memories long after the awards season concludes.
