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- Kieran Culkin Says Sister Dakota Culkin’s Death Felt Like ‘Losing a Big Piece of Myself’ (newsbreak.com)
Actor Kieran Culkin continues to grieve the loss of his beloved sister, Dakota, who passed away in a car accident over a decade ago.
Losing his sibling left a profound void in Kieran’s identity. He credits his siblings for shaping who he is, and Dakota’s absence remains a constant pain.
Kieran and Dakota were among seven siblings raised by Kit Culkin and Patricia Brentrup. They shared a close-knit upbringing in a small apartment in New York City.
Kieran recalls the apartment’s slanted floors and the playful chaos of seven siblings. He would often count to ensure all his siblings entered the apartment before himself, reflecting his protective nature.
Dakota’s memory is deeply etched in her family. Kieran partially based his character Roman in “Succession” on Dakota’s sense of humor. Macaulay Culkin and fiancée Brenda Song honored Dakota by naming their son after her.
Despite the passage of time, Kieran remains a dedicated father to his two children with wife Jazz Charton. While he cherishes fatherhood, dinnertime has proven to be a stressful exception.