In a recent episode of her “Sibling Revelry” podcast, Kate Hudson shared an interesting tidbit about her ongoing financial connection to her early career. The actress revealed that she continues to receive residual payments for her minor role in the 1992 film “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.”
During the podcast episode featuring guest Joey Lawrence, Hudson mentioned that she still earns residuals from “Home Alone 2” because she was part of the chorus in the film. She humorously noted that she receives a mere 10 cents occasionally as payment for her contribution to the movie.
The conversation took an amusing turn when Lawrence, who had earlier discussed not receiving residuals for the commercials he appeared in as a child, expressed his ability to relate to Hudson’s modest compensation. Jokingly, Lawrence mentioned receiving only two cents at times and humorously questioned whether the cost of the paper and envelope used to send the check might exceed the payment itself. Hudson responded with good humor, remarking that, at the very least, the residual payments she receives are fair and honest.
Interestingly, Hudson is not the only celebrity who made a cameo appearance in “Home Alone 2.” The film, which serves as a sequel to the 1990 hit movie starring Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, and Daniel Stern, also features a cameo by former President Donald Trump. Reflecting on his appearance in the film, Trump addressed allegations made by director Chris Columbus in December, suggesting that Trump had forced his way into the cameo.
Columbus had previously claimed in December 2020 that Trump insisted on being featured in the film as a condition for allowing filming at his Plaza Hotel in New York. However, Trump refuted these claims in a post on Truth Social, his social media platform, in December 2023. He asserted that his cameo in “Home Alone 2” contributed to the movie’s success and questioned why he would have been included if the filmmakers did not want him, emphasizing his belief that he added value to the production.
The revelation about Hudson’s residual payments for her role in “Home Alone 2” adds an interesting layer to her career trajectory and highlights the ongoing financial ties that actors can have to their past projects. Despite the relatively small amount she receives, it serves as a reminder of the lasting impact of her early work in the entertainment industry.
This anecdote also underscores the complexities of the entertainment business, where residual payments can vary widely and continue to trickle in long after a project’s initial release. Hudson’s lighthearted discussion about her residual earnings offers a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes realities of being an actor, where even small payments can provide a source of amusement and nostalgia.