Brenda Song is giving us all the feels lately. She is talking about her super sweet engagement to Macaulay Culkin juggling motherhood and still killing it in Hollywood. Get ready for some adorable proposal details insights into her family life and a peek at her thriving career. Brenda is definitely having a moment and we are here for it.
Gnomes and a Letter from Dakota? Brenda Song Reveals the Quirky & Heartfelt Way Macaulay Culkin Proposed!
Okay proposal stories do not get much cuter than this. Brenda Song recently shared all the details about how Macaulay Culkin popped the question back in Christmas 2021. And it involved gnomes yes garden gnomes!
Brenda said Macaulay gifted her "a bunch of really weird presents" including "21 individually wrapped gnomes". At first she thought it was just a funny gag because they already had tons of gnomes in their garden. Then came another present "a box of Amazon stuff" that Brenda had actually meant to return for him. She was totally confused thinking "I’m not getting this joke."
But the last present was the real deal. It was a letter "written ‘from’ Dakota" their son. The letter hilariously said "'Papa is such a bad gift-giver here’s something better to give Mom.'" And that is when Macaulay got down on one knee and proposed! Brenda laughed and said "He was like ‘I wanted to lower your expectations.’ Which he did! But it was very sweet and very us. We’re big kids.” How adorable is that? A truly unique and memorable proposal for a unique couple.
From Set BFFs to Parents of Two: Brenda Song and Macaulay Culkin's Enduring Romance is Goals
Brenda and Macaulay have been together since 2019 and they have built a really strong bond. They actually met on the set of Seth Green’s movie Changeland. Brenda said "When we met neither of us were looking for a relationship." They just clicked while hanging out on set and Brenda thought "Is he going to be my set BFF? Awesome!" But then she developed a crush and wondered "Is he going to be my first fling?"
Turns out it was way more than a fling. Brenda joked "When we flew back to LA I literally said ‘See you never!’ But that fling somehow turned into eight years and two kids together.” They welcomed their first son Dakota and then Carson came along in December 2022. Becoming parents has actually brought them even closer.
Brenda gushed about Macaulay saying "He’s good at lifting me up on a down day." He does sweet things like bringing home her favorite treats or flowers "just because" and lets her sleep in by taking over baby duties in the morning. She says "I’ve never had someone tell me how much they appreciate me.” Their secret to a lasting relationship? They "never argue" because "What’s the point? Yelling won’t get my point across any better and he feels the same way." Instead they talk things out calmly especially after the kids are asleep.
Balancing Act: Brenda Song on Motherhood Career and Finding Fulfillment in Her Personal Life
Motherhood has really changed Brenda's perspective. She told People that "finding such fulfillment in my personal life" has had a big impact on her career choices. "I feel like for the first time it's truly that next phase in my life. And with that being said my priorities changed." Her kids Olive and Frankie are now her main focus.
She talked about the pressure women often feel to "follow your dreams do what you got to do go out there do your thing girl but also be a full-time mom make sure you're at home and making dinner." She wondered "How do I do this? How do I figure this out?"
Brenda is now being more selective about her roles. She wants to take on projects that are meaningful but also allow her to be there for her family. She mentioned that working on The Last Showgirl and Running Point was amazing not just for the projects themselves but also for the people she worked with. It seems like finding that balance between work and family is really important to Brenda right now.
From Disney Darling to Leading Lady: Brenda Song's Career Evolution and Future Aspirations
Many people remember Brenda Song from her Disney Channel days especially as London Tipton on The Suite Life. She was a huge part of many millennials' childhoods. But Brenda has successfully transitioned to more adult roles over the years . She has appeared in movies like The Social Network and TV shows such as Superstore Life in Pieces and New Girl. She is proving she is more than just a former child star.
Now Brenda is taking on roles that are even more challenging. She is in The Last Showgirl with Pamela Anderson and the Netflix comedy series Running Point with Kate Hudson. She plays strong sassy characters and delivers those deadpan lines perfectly. Brenda is excited about this next phase of her career. She is looking for roles that will push her limits and maybe even give her a "breakdown" in the process. She wants to find her "Last Showgirl" moment a project that truly challenges and fulfills her artistically.
Brenda Song Key Facts:
- Engaged to Macaulay Culkin since Christmas 2021.
- Has two sons Dakota (3) and Carson (2) with Macaulay Culkin.
- Met Macaulay Culkin on the set of Changeland in 2019.
- Former Disney Channel star best known for The Suite Life.
- Currently stars in Netflix series Running Point and movie The Last Showgirl.
- Graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in child psychology.
- Lives in the Valley neighborhood of Los Angeles.
Brenda Song: Relatable Mom Talented Actress and Totally Down-to-Earth Star
Brenda Song is really carving out her own path in Hollywood and in life. She is open about the joys and challenges of motherhood her long-lasting love with Macaulay Culkin and her desire to keep growing as an actress. She comes across as incredibly down-to-earth funny and relatable even with all her success. Brenda is definitely one to watch and we cannot wait to see what she does next both on and off screen!