Macaulay Culkin has pulled off another iconic Halloween moment, this time by dressing up as none other than Joe Burrow, the star quarterback for the Cincinnati Bengals. Just as the leaves turned and pumpkins lit up doorsteps, Culkin shared his creative getup on Instagram, and fans couldn't get enough of it.
The beloved actor, best known for his role as Kevin McCallister in the classic Home Alone films, has found himself at the center of quite the amusing comparison with Burrow. Fans have often joked about the resemblance between the two, noting how Burrow's style evokes memories of Culkin's famed character. Culkin decided to embrace this lighthearted banter for Halloween 2023.
Clad in the full Bengals uniform, complete with Burrow's number 9 jersey and helmet, Culkin’s post read: “Game on @joeyb_9,” clearly signaling to Burrow himself. It wasn't long before the Cincinnati Bengals organization acknowledged Culkin's effort as well, enthusiastically responding with their own catchphrase, "WHO DEY!"
It seems like the fun didn't stop at mere costumes. While the actor’s tribute and playful challenge to Burrow were met with good spirits, the quarterback’s response was equally entertaining. Burrow reposted Culkin's Halloween look on his Instagram story and quipped, "Touché alleged doppelgänger," showing he was more than aware of the running joke.
Keeping fans on the edge of their seats, Culkin teased Burrow with the line, “Ball’s in your court, Joey B,” daring him to join the Halloween fun. But the million-dollar question remained: would Burrow accept the challenge and dress up as Kevin McCallister, the crafty and resourceful young boy from Home Alone?
Despite the potential for football fanatics everywhere to witness such iconic duality, Burrow’s track record of Halloween festivities suggests he might sit this one out. On Halloween, he expressed his reluctance to dress up during the team’s preparations for the day’s game. Known as something of a “contrarian,” Burrow explained to reporters, “I don’t know, I guess I’m always going against the dress code. I’ve never been big on costumes.”
Last year, leading up to the game against the Cleveland Browns on Halloween, Burrow showcased his anti-costume sentiment by donning plain attire: a simple white sweatshirt with 'BOO' scrawled across it, seemingly done with permanent marker. Perhaps he’s onto something there—minimalism does make quite the statement!
Nevertheless, for fans of both Burrow and Culkin, this crossover has been nothing short of delightful. Social media buzzed with reactions—the actor’s portrayal was celebrated, and Bengals fans applauded Culkin for nailing the assignment. One fan gushed, "You my friend understood the assignment! Coming from everyone in Cincinnati!" Another jokingly asked, "Why did you post a photo of Joe Burrow?"
This year's Halloween blend of pop culture and sports camaraderie has sparked discussions among the fans, many of whom urged Burrow to honor Culkin’s gesture by dressing up as one of his characters from Home Alone. Suggestions rolled in, with fans insisting, “@joeyb_9 has to be Kevin McCallister now!” accompanied by emoji of the iconic character holding his cheeks.
Adding to the playful atmosphere, even Culkin's wife, Brenda Song, couldn’t help but comment, bringing her own light-hearted jab at the Bengals as she reminisced about the Super Bowl LVI, where her Los Angeles Rams triumphed over Burrow's team. "Hey, do you all still think about Super Bowl LVI?!?" she joked.
While Burrow’s decision looms over the heads of eager fans, what remains undeniable is the whimsical connection the actor and player share. Culkin's Halloween stunt has not only spotlighted their uncanny resemblance but also reignited the playful banter between the worlds of classic cinema and modern sports.
Whether or not Burrow opts to join the Halloween dress code remains to be seen. For now, the sheer joy of seeing Macaulay Culkin don the Bengals' colors encapsulates the spirit of Halloween—full of laughs, lightness, and camaraderie.
This playful exchange showcases how the entertainment industry and sports can intersect in surprising, delightful ways, creating memorable moments for fans worldwide. Whatever the outcome, this Halloween will definitely be one for the books, and fans can only hope for more interactions between Culkin and Burrow. After all, isn’t Halloween all about creativity, fun, and maybe just a little bit of mischief?