‘Home Alone’ Star Macaulay Culkin, 43, Sparks Fan Debate with New Figure after Gaining Weight: Photos

Macaulay Culkin's playful stint as resort staff during Brenda Song's birthday getaway sparks candid discussions among social media users. Amid the fun, his physique drew a wave of reactions, fostering a vibrant online conversation about embracing life's transitions.

In a display of humor and celebration, "Home Alone" star Macaulay Culkin, 43, recently showcased a lighter side of life, igniting both admiration and debate among fans.

Sharing a carousel of playful images on Instagram with his fiancée, famous actress Brenda Song, Macaulay celebrated her birthday at the luxurious Nobu resort in Los Cabos.

The images depicted Macaulay whimsically assuming various staff roles at the resort—from poolside waiter to bellhop—all in good fun. The caption accompanying these heartwarming photos humorously detailed his impromptu (fake) employment, attributing the inspiration behind his actions to a shirt he found at the resort's gift shop.

"Since now I looked like the staff I decided to spend my four days there masquerading as a: Poolside waiter, Housekeeper, Cabana boy, Room service attendant, Bellhop," Macaulay wrote. He also thanked the resort for the memorable stay and expressed how the shirt made him "feel like" he "belonged."

"The Suite Life of Zack & Cody" talent—who turned 36—mirrored the festive spirit on her social media, sharing glimpses of the joyous occasion.

The couple's shared moments of laughter and leisure painted a vivid picture of their deep bond and shared sense of humor, offering fans a peek into their personal lives.

Of all the posts made about Brenda's special day, what drew the most attention was Macaulay's comedic one. His weight became a topic of discussion among the public.

"Looks like you put on a few pounds there huh," observed a social media user, which then prompted an outpouring of support from fans defending the actor.

"Being happy in your life with your family does that sometimes!" exclaimed a fan, while another emphasized the natural human experience of going through physical changes, citing, "He is alive isn’t he?! If he was too skinny like he was, people [would] be judging him on that. This is what happens when most get clean. They gain weight. He is so happy now. Let him enjoy his life."

Another commented, "He does, and he looks fantastic!" and someone else emphatically expressed, "IT’S A DAD BOD. WE LIKE IT." Macaulay is the doting father of two sons, whom he shares with Brenda. Dakota Song Culkin was born in 2021, while his brother was born in March 2023.

During a recent interview with a media outlet, Brenda opened up about the joys and challenges she and Macaulay Culkin experience raising their beloved kids. "The balance is always tough but, you know, you just gotta make it work," she explained.

Brenda went on to add, "One thing that I've always said is for me to be able to be the best mom, I have to be the best me, and part of that is work, and going out, and continuing to enjoy life. We really don't get out of the house. We eat, we eat and we hang out. We spend a lot of time together."

Before that interview in which Brenda shared a few reflections about parenthood, the doting mom and dad had already gotten to experience significant milestones with their boys, like when Dakota and his younger brother joined their parents to celebrate Macaulay getting his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

The celebration of Culkin's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on December 1, 2023, was more than a career milestone; it was a family affair. With Song by his side, cheering him on, the couple took this opportunity to introduce their two children to the public.

On April 5, 2021, Culkin and Song welcomed their first child, Dakota, who weighed 6 lbs., 14 oz., in Los Angeles. The couple had named their first child in honor of the "Home Alone" star's sister, who had died in 2008.

Dakota captured people's attention during their outing with his distinctive mohawk and blue suit. The couple's younger son, revealed to the world in March by Kieran Culkin, charmed everyone with his brown eyes and a delightful ensemble of a white sweater and pale blue vest.

This appearance not only marked a significant professional achievement for Culkin but also showcased the joy and completeness he finds in his family life. He once alluded to this during an August 2018 "The Joe Rogan Experience" podcast, emphasizing his commitment and love to Song.

The public's reaction to the young family was overwhelmingly positive. One Instagram user noted how Dakota has his father's lips, while another thought he was Culkin's "clone." Someone else also felt the little boy looked a lot like the actor.

Social media users also commented on the striking resemblance between Culkin and his youngest son, with remarks like "So cute" and "What a cutie pie." One user also wrote about this little boy:

"What a doll❤️."

These warm sentiments reflect the audience's affection and nostalgia for Culkin, now witnessing his new journey as a father. In essence, this event was not just a celebration of Culkin's storied career but a testament to the evolution of a child star into a loving father, sharing his joy and personal milestones with the world.

Some people are unaware that the actor and his wife weren't married when their first child was born. A few months after they welcomed their first son, Culkin and Song took their relationship to the next level.