Kieran Culkin won the Oscar for best supporting actor at the 97th Academy Awards in Los Angeles. He took home the award for his role as Benji in the movie “A Real Pain,” directed by Jesse Eisenberg, which explores themes of family and identity. Culkin’s heartfelt acceptance speech included a humorous anecdote about his wife promising him a third child if he won the award.
The journey to this Oscar win wasn’t easy. Culkin almost dropped out of the film due to scheduling conflicts with his hit TV show “Succession.” However, support from Emma Stone convinced him to stay on board. Culkin’s career began at a young age with a role in “Home Alone,” and he has since received critical acclaim for his work in both film and television.
Culkin’s performance in “A Real Pain” has garnered widespread praise, with critics highlighting his ability to blend humor and depth in his portrayal of Benji. Despite his success, Culkin remains humble and grateful for the recognition he has received.
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Vocabulary List:
- Acceptance /əkˈsɛp.təns/ (noun): The act of receiving or agreeing to something.
- Anecdote /ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt/ (noun): A short entertaining story about a real incident or person.
- Humorous /ˈhjuː.mə.rəs/ (adjective): Funny; entertaining.
- Portrayal /pɔːrˈtreɪ.əl/ (noun): The act of representing or depicting someone or something in a particular way.
- Recognition /ˌrek.ɡnɪˈʃən/ (noun): Acknowledgment of something’s existence validity or legality.
- Acclaim /əˈkleɪm/ (noun): Public praise or approval.
