Culkin’s breakthrough came with his role in John Hughes’ “Uncle Buck,” leading to the life-changing opportunity to star in “Home Alone.” Despite the film being made on a modest budget, it became a global sensation, grossing nearly $500 million and earning Culkin a Golden Globe nomination. His stunning success made him the highest-paid 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥 actor at the time, with salaries reaching $5 million for subsequent films.
