Catherine O'Hara Disagrees with Columbus on McCallisters' Professions

The long-standing mystery of how the McCallisters from 'Home Alone' could afford their lavish lifestyle has been addressed by director Chris Columbus and actress Catherine O'Hara. Columbus suggested that Catherine O'Hara's character, Kate McCallister, was a successful fashion designer, which explains the mannequins in the home, whereas John Heard's character, Peter McCallister, may have worked in advertising. However, O'Hara disputes this, viewing the mannequins as evidence of a short-lived homemaking hobby rather than a profession. She believes that Kate was a stay-at-home mom who aspired to make her children's clothes. Columbus also dismissed fan theories that the McCallisters were involved in organized crime. Meanwhile, the iconic house from the movie recently sold for $5.25 million, highlighting its continued cultural significance.