Macaulay Culkin thanks John Candy for noticing his father was a ‘monster’
John Candy’s bond with Macaulay Culkin revealed in new documentary
- Macaulay Culkin has expressed gratitude towards his late co-star John Candy for noticing his father's abusive behaviour during their time filming together.
- Culkin, who starred with Candy in Uncle Buck and Home Alone, described Candy as a “paternal” figure who showed concern for his well-being.
- In a new documentary, John Candy: I Like Me, Culkin revealed that Candy observed his father, Kit Culkin, was a “monster” even before his fame escalated.
- Culkin noted that his father's difficult behaviour worsened significantly with his rising stardom and the accompanying money.
- The actor highlighted Candy's check-ins as a “testament to the kind of man he was”, wishing he had received more such care throughout his life.