UPDATE: In a powerful revelation, Macaulay Culkin has shared that the beloved late actor John Candy was the first to recognize the abuse he faced from his father. This emotional insight comes from the newly released documentary, John Candy: I Like Me, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival earlier today.
Culkin, who starred alongside Candy in the classic comedy Uncle Buck in 1989, expressed his gratitude for Candy’s attentiveness during a tumultuous time in his life. “I think he always had that really great instinct. I think he saw,” Culkin reflected in the documentary, according to Entertainment Weekly. He recounted that even before his rise to fame with Home Alone, his father’s abusive behavior was evident.
With raw honesty, Culkin described his father as “a monster,” stating, “It was no secret. He was already not a good guy.” As his fame grew, so did the severity of his father’s actions. The actor credited Candy with having a watchful eye, recalling, “I think John was looking a little side-eyed, like, ‘Is everything all right over there?’”
The documentary, directed by Colin Hanks and executive produced by Hanks and Ryan Reynolds, features heartfelt testimonials from several individuals, including Candy’s daughter, Jennifer Candy-Sullivan. She corroborated Culkin’s experience, saying, “When we hear about Macaulay Culkin, that doesn’t surprise me because that’s who our dad was.”
Hanks also emphasized Candy’s genuine care for others, stating, “John took that time to check in with Mac and make sure that he was doing OK. John made you feel important. He made you feel heard, and that was really a unique quality.”
This poignant documentary, highlighting the significant impact of kindness in the face of adversity, is set for a worldwide release on October 10 on Prime Video.
As audiences prepare to watch, the emotional weight of Culkin’s experiences serves as a reminder of the profound role mentors can play in the lives of young people facing challenges. This heartfelt tribute to John Candy not only honors his legacy but also sheds light on the importance of compassion in Hollywood and beyond.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
