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The Culkin family has long been a prominent name in Hollywood, as they have all made their impact on the entertainment industry with their talented portrayals in a number of movies. 2025 has been a very distinct year for the family as Kieran Culkin recently clinched an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor at the 97th annual Academy Awards which was held on Sunday, March 2nd. As the 42-year-old stood on the stage, holding the highly coveted golden statuette, it was a moment of triumph not just for him but the entire family who have always demonstrated their dedication to their careers as actors. Amid the celebrations, Kieran’s elder brother, Macaulay Culkin in a heartwarming display of support for his sibling shared a sweet reaction to his brother’s big win, highlighting the close and special bond between both of them while reminding the world that family is always important. Macaulay Culkin showers brother Kieran Culkin with praise as he takes home Oscar Macaulay Culkin "cried" when younger brother Kieran won the Oscar for best supporting actor. “Just the Best Supporting Actor. That’s the only thing I watched . True story, true story… I cried. And I was like, ‘I’m gonna see you later’ ... He was front row,… pic.twitter.com/c5zMcjj2ZW — Variety (@Variety) March 3, 2025 Macaulay Culkin, who rose to limelight as a child star in the holiday series, Home Alone could not hold his pride as he was full of praise for Kieran who earned his first Oscar nomination and win for his role in the Jessie Eisenberg-directed film A Real Pain, where he played the character of Benji Kaplan, a troubled kid who embarks on a journey to Poland with his cousin to uncover their family’s history. The Home Alone star revealed he was filled with emotions when Kieran accepted the statuette, finishing ahead of other actors such as Yura Borisov, Edward Norton, Jeremy Strong a,nd Guy Pearce for the coveted prize. Kieran Culkin/Instagram Also, while discussing his brother’s victory, Macaulay who walked the red carpet of the Vanity Fair’s post-Oscars bash with his wife, actress Brenda Song explained to a Tan France correspondent that of all the moments at the Oscar Awards, the only one that struck his interest was when the Best Supporting Actor category was mentioned. He mentioned that his brother’s victory was just about the only thing he watched. Macaulay Culkin/Instagram Macaulay Culkin was not the only family member supporting Kieran on his journey to victory, his partner, and mother of their two sons was equally confident of Kieran’s success during Hollywood’s biggest night. She expressed her unwavering belief in his talent, emphasizing how proud she was of his accomplishments. Brenda, who has been a vocal advocate for Kieran’s career, previously in an interview with E! News praised his brilliance as an actor, sharing her happiness for his achievements as he earlier bagged a Golden Globe, SAG Award, Critics Choice Award and BAFTA Film Award. The Culkin family has always supported one another Kieran Culkin and Macaulay Culkin/Instagram The relationship between the Culkin family has always been an interesting topic among fans and movie lovers as most of them have taken up a career in acting and have always been a source of constant support and encouragement for each other over the course of their distinctive careers. Macaulay Culkin, who rose to fame in the early 1990s, becoming a household name after his iconic role as Kevin McCallister in Home Alone and its sequel, paved the way for all his siblings who are now highly successful actors in their own rights. The Culkin family has faced the unique pressures of growing up in the public eye, and their shared experiences have created a strong support system between them. Despite their different paths, they have remained close, often speaking fondly of each other in interviews and public appearances. HOME ALONE 2: LOST IN NEW YORK, Macaulay Culkin, 1992. TM and © 20th Century Fox Film Corp. All rights reserved. The Culkin family’s close bond was on full display as Macaulay was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on December 1, 2023, to celebrate his illustrious career in entertainment. The ceremony not only honored Macaulay’s achievements but also showed the strong family support that has been an important pillar of his life. Among the attendees were two of his seven siblings, Quinn Culkin and Rory Culkin, who proudly supported their brother during this milestone moment. The trio took a heartfelt photo together, capturing the warmth and unity of their family.