Kieran Culkin Biography: Siblings, Wife, Movies, TV Shows, Age, Instagram, Parents, Wife, Children, Net Worth, Height

Kieran Kyle Culkin, widely recognized as Kieran Culkin, is an American actor known for playing complex characters who are both unlikable and sympathetic on stage and screen.

His achievements include an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and two Golden Globe Awards.

Profile

• Full Name: Kieran Kyle Culkin
• Stage Name: Kieran Culkin
• Born: 30, September 1982
• Age: 42 years old
• Birthplace: New York City, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 1.68m
• Parent: Kit Culkin, and Patricia Brentrup
• Siblings: Shane Culkin, Dakota Culkin, Macaulay Culkin, Quinn Culkin, Christian Culkin, and Rory Culkin, and Jennifer Adamson
• Spouse: Jazz Charton
• Children: Kinsey Sioux, and Wilder Wolf
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $5 million

Early Life And Education

Kieran Kyle Culkin was born on September 30, 1982, in New York City, United States. He was raised by his parents, Kit Culkin, a former stage actor, and Patricia Brentrup. He has seven siblings—Shane, Dakota, Macaulay, Quinn, Christian, and Rory—as well as a half-sister, Jennifer Adamson.

He attended St. Joseph’s Catholic School in Yorkville on a scholarship due to his father’s role as a sacristan. Later, he enrolled at the Professional Children’s School but left during his senior year. Of German, Irish, Norwegian, English, Swiss-German, and French descent, he was brought up in a Catholic household.

Career

Kieran Culkin began his acting career as a child, making his debut alongside his brother Macaulay Culkin in Home Alone (1990). Throughout the 1990s, he appeared in several films, including The Mighty (1998) and The Cider House Rules (1999), demonstrating his ability to take on complex roles at a young age.

His breakout performance came in Igby Goes Down (2002), where he portrayed a rebellious teenager navigating a dysfunctional family. The role earned him critical acclaim and a Golden Globe nomination, establishing him as a promising talent in the industry.

After taking a brief hiatus, Culkin returned with notable supporting roles in films such as Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010) and Margaret (2011). He also made a strong impact on stage, starring in Kenneth Lonergan‘s This Is Our Youth on Broadway in 2014.

His ability to seamlessly transition between independent films, mainstream projects, and theater highlighted his versatility as an actor. Known for his nuanced portrayals of flawed yet relatable characters, he continued to build a reputation for his distinctive performances.

Culkin gained widespread recognition and critical acclaim for his role as Roman Roy in HBO’s Succession (2018–2023). His portrayal of the sharp-witted yet emotionally wounded media heir earned him multiple accolades, including an Emmy and a Golden Globe.

In 2024, he further cemented his status as one of Hollywood’s most talented actors by winning an Academy Award for his supporting role in A Real Pain. His career continues to showcase his ability to bring depth and authenticity to every role he undertakes.

Awards and Nominations

• Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series.
• Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Television Series – Drama.
• Critics’ Choice Television Awards.
• Screen Actors Guild Awards.

Social Media

• Twitter handle: @ItsKieranCulkin

Personal Life

Kieran Culkin is married to Jazz Charton, whom he met at a bar in New York in 2012. The couple eloped in June 2013 while on a road trip through Iowa. They have two children: a daughter, Kinsey Sioux, and a son, Wilder Wolf.

Although Culkin initially had reservations about parenthood, both he and Charton have embraced their roles as parents with joy. Charton maintains a relatively private life but remains a supportive presence in Culkin‘s career, occasionally sharing words of encouragement on social media.

Filmography

• Home Alone (1990): Fuller McCallister
• Only the Lonely (1991): Patrick Muldoon Jr.
• Father of the Bride (1991): Matty Banks
• Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992): Fuller McCallister
• Nowhere to Run (1993): Mike “Mookie” Anderson
• My Summer Story (1994): Ralph “Ralphie” Parker
• Father of the Bride Part II (1995): Matty Banks
• Amanda (1996): Biddle Farnsworth
• The Mighty (1998): Kevin Dillon
• She’s All That (1999): Simon Boggs
• Music of the Heart (1999): Lexi at 15
• The Cider House Rules (1999): Buster
• The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys (2002): Tim Sullivan

Net Worth

Kieran Culkin has an estimated net worth of around $5 million, largely earned through his successful acting career. His wealth stems from notable roles in films such as Home Alone, Igby Goes Down, and A Real Pain.