What Happened to Rory Culkin?
Rory Culkin is an American actor known for his roles in independent films and television series, establishing a distinct career path from his famous elder brothers, Macaulay and Kieran Culkin. He has recently welcomed his first child, a daughter named Havoc Moon, with his partner, cinematographer Kate Arizmendi, in May 2026, while continuing to take on diverse acting projects.
Quick Answer
Rory Culkin, the youngest of the acting Culkin siblings, has built a respected career in independent cinema and television, known for his roles in films like "You Can Count on Me" and "Signs," and recent TV appearances in "Under the Banner of Heaven" and "Black Mirror." As of May 2026, Culkin became a first-time father, welcoming a daughter named Havoc Moon with his partner, Kate Arizmendi. He continues to be active in acting, with recent projects including the 2025 short film "Dear Shop Girl" and an upcoming Apple TV+ thriller series.
📊Key Facts
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Born in New York City
Rory Hugh Culkin is born, the youngest of seven children to Christopher 'Kit' Culkin and Patricia Brentrup.
Film Debut in 'The Good Son'
Rory makes his film debut in a photograph as a baby in 'The Good Son,' starring his brother Macaulay Culkin.
Breakthrough Role in 'You Can Count on Me'
At age 11, Culkin receives critical acclaim and a Young Artist Award for his performance in 'You Can Count on Me.'
Stars in 'Signs'
He appears in M. Night Shyamalan's successful sci-fi thriller 'Signs' alongside Mel Gibson and Joaquin Phoenix.
Wins Independent Spirit Award for 'Mean Creek'
The entire youth cast of the independent film 'Mean Creek,' including Culkin, wins an Independent Spirit Award.
Appears in 'Scream 4'
Culkin is cast in the slasher film 'Scream 4,' where he meets future wife Sarah Scrivener.
Marries Sarah Scrivener
Rory Culkin marries cinematographer Sarah Scrivener in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Stars in 'Lords of Chaos' and 'Waco'
He plays Euronymous in the biographical film 'Lords of Chaos' and receives praise for his portrayal of David Koresh in the miniseries 'Waco.'
Divorces Sarah Scrivener and Appears in 'Under the Banner of Heaven'
Culkin and Sarah Scrivener divorce. He also stars in the true-crime miniseries 'Under the Banner of Heaven.'
Roles in 'Swarm' and 'Black Mirror' and Begins Relationship with Kate Arizmendi
He guest-appears in the Amazon Prime Video series 'Swarm' and the 'Beyond the Sea' episode of 'Black Mirror.' He also begins dating cinematographer Kate Arizmendi.
Wraps Filming on 'Skinemax'
Culkin stars in Adam Sigal's comedy 'Skinemax,' which wraps shooting in Budapest and is expected for a Q2 2025 release.
Short Film 'Dear Shop Girl' Premieres
His short film 'Dear Shop Girl' premieres at the Woodstock Film Festival.
Cast in Apple TV+ Thriller Series
Rory Culkin is cast as Karl in an upcoming Apple TV+ thriller series based on Lars Kepler novels.
Announces Pregnancy with Kate Arizmendi
Rory Culkin and Kate Arizmendi announce they are expecting their first child.
Welcomes First Child, Havoc Moon
Rory Culkin and Kate Arizmendi welcome their daughter, Havoc Moon, born on May 23, 2026.
🔍Deep Dive Analysis
Rory Hugh Culkin, born on July 21, 1989, in New York City, is the youngest of seven children in the notable Culkin acting family, which includes his elder brothers Macaulay and Kieran Culkin. His acting career began early, often portraying younger versions of his brothers' characters, such as in "The Good Son" (1993) and "Ri¢hie Ri¢h" (1994). However, Culkin soon carved out his own niche, gaining critical acclaim for his breakthrough role in "You Can Count on Me" (2000) at age 11, for which he received a Young Artist Award.
Throughout his teenage years and into adulthood, Culkin gravitated towards independent films, earning a reputation for taking on complex and often darker characters. Notable independent features include "Mean Creek" (2004), for which the entire youth cast won an Independent Spirit Award, "The Chumscrubber" (2005), "Columbus" (2017), and "Lords of Chaos" (2018). He also appeared in mainstream projects like M. Night Shyamalan's "Signs" (2002), where he starred alongside Mel Gibson and Joaquin Phoenix.
In recent years, Culkin has maintained a strong presence in television. He received praise for his portrayal of David Koresh in the 2018 miniseries "Waco". More recently, he has appeared in critically acclaimed series such as "Under the Banner of Heaven" (2022), "Swarm" (2023), and the "Beyond the Sea" episode of "Black Mirror" (2023). His 2025 short film, "Dear Shop Girl," premiered at the Woodstock Film Festival. In July 2025, it was announced that Culkin joined the cast of an upcoming Apple TV+ thriller series based on Lars Kepler novels, where he will play a character named Karl. He also starred in the early '90s-set comedy "Skinemax," which wrapped filming in late 2024 and was expected for a Q2 2025 release.
Regarding his personal life, Rory Culkin married cinematographer Sarah Scrivener in April 2018, whom he met on the set of "Scream 4" (2011). They divorced in 2022. Since 2023, Culkin has been in a relationship with cinematographer Kate Arizmendi. The couple announced their pregnancy in January 2026, and on May 23, 2026, they welcomed their first child, a daughter named Havoc Moon. This marks a significant personal milestone for the actor as he continues his diverse career in entertainment.
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