Kieran Culkin’s Oscars Speech Takes a Hilarious Turn as Wife Jazz Charton Jokes About Their ‘Baby Pact’
March 04,2025: At the 97th Academy Awards, Kieran Culkin clinched the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his compelling role in “A Real Pain.” However, it wasn’t just his cinematic achievement that caught the audience’s attention; his acceptance speech took a personal turn that left many amused and intrigued.
A Personal Pact Revealed
During his speech, Culkin expressed heartfelt gratitude to his wife, Jazz Charton, acknowledging her unwavering support and the joy of their two children. He then delved into a humorous anecdote about a pact they had made:
“About a year ago, I was on a stage like this and I, very stupidly, publicly said that I want a third kid from her because she said if I won the award, I would, she would give me the kid. It turns out she said that because she didn’t think I was gonna win, but then people came up to her and were like, you know, really annoying her, I think, I think it got to her, but anyway,” Culkin said.
He further added that he desired four children, to which Jazz humorously responded she’d consider it upon his Oscar win. Culkin concluded with a playful nudge: “I just have this to say to you, Jazz, love of my life, ye of little faith. No pressure. I love you. I’m really sorry I did this again. And let’s get crackin’ on those kids. What do you say? I love you!”
Jazz Charton’s Lighthearted Response
Not one to be outdone in wit, Jazz Charton took to Instagram to share her reaction. Posting candid photos from the Oscars night, she jested about the so-called “empty baby pacts,” suggesting that such promises might have been a driving force behind Culkin’s success:
“Okay okay hear me out – making empty baby pacts may seem foolish but it’s clearly been a great motivator,” Charton wrote in the caption of an Instagram post. “Would he have come this far if I hadn’t kept promising him more kids if he won awards?….. Probably. But who’s to say?…”
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A Season of Triumphs
Culkin’s Oscar win was the pinnacle of a remarkable awards season. His portrayal in “A Real Pain,” a dramedy exploring intergenerational trauma, garnered widespread acclaim. Prior to the Oscars, he had already secured accolades at the Golden Globe Awards, Critics Choice Awards, BAFTA Awards, and SAG Awards.
Family and Future Plans
Beyond the glitz of Hollywood, Culkin and Charton prioritize their family life. Married since 2013, they are parents to two children: daughter Kinsey and son Wilder. Culkin has often expressed his affection for fatherhood, playfully lamenting the challenges of dinnertime but cherishing the overall experience.
Public and Media Reactions
The couple’s candidness about their family aspirations resonated with many. Culkin’s speech was lauded for its genuine and pro-family sentiments, with some commentators highlighting its refreshing departure from typical Hollywood narratives. Social media buzzed with praise, deeming it one of the most memorable acceptance speeches in recent times.
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