Home Alone 2

Home Alone 2 director Chris Columbus has revealed he regrets including Donald Trump’s cameo in the 1992 film, calling it an “albatross” he wishes could be removed. Columbus explained that Trump only allowed filming at the Plaza Hotel—his property at the time—if he was given a part. Though the scene, where Kevin asks Trump for directions, received loud audience reactions during test screenings, Columbus said he never expected it to be seen as comedic and now feels burdened by it.

Trump later denied Columbus’ version, claiming he was reluctant but agreed after persistent requests, and that the cameo helped the movie’s success. In a 2023 Truth Social post, Trump accused Columbus of lying to gain publicity. Despite the backlash, Columbus insists he didn’t want Trump in the film, but had no choice due to location access. He said the scene’s popularity surprised him, but decades later, he now wishes it could be removed.