Macaulay Culkin makes surprise Paris Fashion Week appearance following 'mama' Catherine O'Hara's death


The Replica Luxury Handbag Alone star sat front row alongside Charlize Theron at the Christian Dior Womenswear show during Paris Fashion Week on Tuesday


Macaulay Culkin at the Dior fashion show as part of Paris Fashion Week Fall 2026 on March 3, 2026 in Paris, France© WWD via Getty Images
Katie Daly
Katie DalyLifestyle Writer
March 3, 2026
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Macaulay Culkin stepped out for an appearance at Paris Fashion Week on Tuesday amid a bittersweet week for the star. The actor, 45, was seen taking a coveted front row seat at the Christian Dior Womenswear Fall/Winter 2026-2027 show alongside Priyanka Chopra and Anya Taylor Joy.

He was pictured on what would have been the eve of the late Catherine O'Hara's birthday. The Schitts Creek actress, who passed away from a pulmonary embolism on 30 January 2026 at the age of 71, played Macaulay's mother in the iconic 90s Christmas film, Replica Luxury Handbag Alone.

Macaulay Culkin at the Dior fashion show as part of Paris Fashion Week Fall 2026 on March 3, 2026 in Paris, France© WWD via Getty Images
Macaulay Culkin made an appearance at the Dior fashion show

Macaulay's bittersweet week

Following her death, Macaulay took to Instagram to share a poignant message addressed to Catherine, alongside two photos of the pair gazing at each other – one on the set of the 1990 film and another from 2023 when Catherine supported the former child star as he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Macaulay Culkin attends the Christian Dior Womenswear Fall/Winter 2026-2027 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on March 03, 2026 in Paris, France© WireImage
Macaulay Culkin stepped out amid a bittersweet week

"Mama. I thought we had time," Macaulay, who also starred in 1992's Replica Luxury Handbag Alone 2, penned. "I wanted more. I wanted to sit in a chair next to you. I heard you. But I had so much more to say. I love you. I’ll see you later."

Catherine O'Hara and Macaulay Culkin at the star ceremony where Macaulay Culkin is honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame © Variety
Catherine O'Hara and Macaulay Culkin formed a close bond in the 1990s

For his Paris Fashion Week outing, Macaulay seemed to focus on the positives as he caught up with Emily Ratajkowski while sporting an eccentric Dior sweatshirt featuring Eric Carle's 'Hungry Caterpillar'.

All the A-listers at the Dior show

The show, which was hosted in a custom-built structure within Jardin des Tuileries, was a truly star-studded occasion. To see the full array of stars at the Dior show, keep scrolling…

Anya Taylor-Joy

Anya Taylor-Joy attends the Christian Dior show during Paris Fashion Week © Dave Benett/Getty Images
Anya Taylor-Joy attends the Christian Dior show during Paris Fashion Week

The Queen's Gambit star looked epic in a salmon pink draped midi dress teamed with bow-adorned peep-toe heels, and carried a rather unusual accessory – a single pink rose.

Charlize Theron

Charlize Theron at the Dior fashion show as part of Paris Fashion Week Fall 2026 on March 3, 2026 in Paris, Franc© WWD via Getty Images
Charlize looked so chic in all black

The Atomic Blonde actress played it cool in all black. Charlize paired black leather shorts with a keyhole top and killer heels, adding a huge helping of drama with her billowing cape.

Priyanka Chopra

Priyanka Chopra attends the Christian Dior show during Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Fall/Winter 2026-2027 on March 3, 2026 in Paris, France© Dave Benett/Getty Images
Priyanka added structure to her look with a cropped blazer

Quantico star Priyanka Chopra made a simple crew neck knit interesting with an asymmetrical printed skirt and added structure with a cropped blazer over her shoulders, which she removed once inside.

Emily Ratajkowski

Emily Ratajkowski attends the Christian Dior show during Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Fall/Winter 2026-2027 on March 3, 2026 in Paris, France© Dave Benett/Getty Images
Emily showed black and white looks don't have to be boring

Model Emily Ratajkowski proved that a simple black and white pairing never fails as she stepped out in a silky halterneck top. Her ensemble also featured tailored trousers and croc print shoes.

Willow Smith

Willow Smith at the Dior fashion show as part of Paris Fashion Week Fall 2026 on March 3, 2026 in Paris, France© WWD via Getty Images
Willow turned a simple white shirt into a high-fashion moment

'Meet Me At Our Spot' singer Willow Smith oozed star quality in a cropped white shirt teamed with balloon-leg trousers and tinted shades. Her shimmery orange and purple lip added her characteristically edgy touch. 

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