The True Price of Early Stardom

Another widely known case is Macaulay Culkin, star of Home Alone. He became one of the most famous child actors in the world, yet his off-screen life was far from ideal. Legal disputes between his parents over his finances and lack of autonomy led Culkin to step away from Hollywood. His decision to live a more private, reclusive life reflected the damage inflicted by early fame and lack of familial stability.