At the 2025 Oscars held on March 2, Kieran Culkin made headlines not only by winning the Best Supporting Actor award for his performance as Benji Kaplan in the critically acclaimed film, A Real Pain, but also by sharing some heartfelt and humorous moments concerning his wife, Jazz Charton. Culkin’s victory was not just about the accolade but also about the family they’ve built together and their playful banter over having more children.
During his acceptance speech, Kieran expressed his gratitude to Jazz, stating, "I love you, Jazz. I have to thank my wife Jazz for absolutely everything, for giving me my favorite people in the world." It was evident from the outset how much he valued her support throughout his career. But Culkin added more to the moment, sharing some light-hearted reflections on their family planning, saying, "About a year ago, I very stupidly publicly said I want a third kid from her because she said if I won the award, she would give me the kid.” This playful reminder of their previous discussions brought laughter when he noted, "It turns out she said this because she didn't think I was going to win!"
But the discussion didn’t end there. Kieran continued to recount their conversation following his Emmy award win, saying, "After the show, she goes, ‘Oh God, I did say I owe you a third kid.’ And I turned to her and said, ‘Really, I want four.’" He went on to depict how Jazz confirmed she would have four children when he won the Oscar, adding, "I swear to God this happened - you do?"
Life for Kieran and Jazz extends beyond the glamor of award shows. The couple, who met years ago at a New York City bar, share two children: daughter Kinsey Sioux, five, and son Wilder Wolf, three. Their initial meeting was as romantic as it was unconventional. Kieran recounted, "I said, ‘I’m Kieran. You have an English accent. What’s your name?’ She said, ‘Jazz.’ I said, ‘J-A-Z-Z, like the music?’ And she said, ‘Yeah.’ And I said, ‘Well, that's fing stupid.’" The quirky humor and attraction between them sparked romance, leading to their wedding just one year later during what was supposed to be merely a six-week road trip through the Midwest.
Jazz, who hails from London, has been Kieran’s constant support, not shying away from sharing snippets about their life on social media. She once wrote, "Proud would be an understatement. So lucky to see this impressive man achieve his dreams, even when our kids deprive me of sleep and just general quality of life," showcasing her humor and admiration for Kieran.
Later, as Kieran shared stories about their children, he delved deep about the challenges and joys of parenting. He remarked about the chaotic but precious early months of being parents, saying, "Initially, it was just this haze of, ‘What the f are we doing?’ But we started going to this playground, which helped us meet other good parents. You start to recognize what good parenting looks like compared to the alternative."
With Kinsey’s birth marking their entry as parents, Jazz announced her pregnancy via social media with the playful remark, "My favorite surprise so far. We had no idea how much we wanted this until it happened." And when Wilder was born, it took the couple seven weeks to agree on his name after much playful debate and discussions of potential names.
Fast forward to the current moment—Kieran's humor and lighthearted approach to parenting continues to shine, recently mentioning during his acceptance speech for the Emmy, "...and of course, my beautiful wife Jazz, thank you for sharing your life with me and for giving me two amazing kids...I love you so many and so much! And Jazz, I want more!" The genuine affection and comedic rapport he shares with Jazz reflect their deep love and partnership.
Kieran's success is accompanied by his commitment to family, often blurring the lines of Hollywood's glitz and the genuine simplicity desired by many. He shared during one interview how striving to understand the best way to parent has been as rewarding as his professional accomplishments. Highlights of their relationship are punctuated by sweet anecdotes, humor-rich exchanges, and continuous support for each other's dreams.
With every step, from red carpet appearances to cozy family moments, the Culkins embody what it means to both support and uplift one another. They consistently prioritize their family life, promising to craft more memorable moments—who knows? Perhaps with more children to join the fold. We'll be tuned to see what the future holds for this loving couple!
Indeed, their story is just beginning with glimpses of joy, laughter, and the promise of bigger adventures to come!