Macaulay Culkin's net worth reaches $18 million from 'Home Alone' earnings and royalties

Macaulay Culkin, known for his role in "Home Alone," earned $100,000 for the first film in 1990. The movie's success led to a significant salary increase for the sequel, where he earned $8 million plus 5% of the box office, totaling around $26 million. Culkin continues to receive millions in royalties from annual holiday airings of "Home Alone." His estimated net worth today is $18 million, reflecting his successful early career as one of the highest-paid child actors of the 1990s. After stepping away from acting for years, Culkin has returned to smaller projects, including voice work and TV roles. His financial success from "Home Alone" and other ventures has solidified his status as a successful former child star.