, ya filthy animals! The holiday season wouldn't be complete without the iconic 90s movie Home Alone and its sequel, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.

These Christmas classics have become a festive tradition, blending humour, heart, and a touch of mischief. While favourite Macaulay Culkin is unforgettable as Kevin McCallister, Devin Ratray's Buzz McCallister-known for quips like, "I'm going to feed you to my tarantula"-also left a lasting impression on fans.

Ratray first charmed audiences in 1990's Home Alone as Buzz McCallister, the mischievous older brother of Kevin. He reprised the role in 1992's Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, solidifying his place in the beloved franchise.

At just 13 years old, Ratray brought Buzz's antics to life, making him a fan favourite. His role in in the movie launched a career that has spanned decades, with appearances in indie films and high-profile projects alike.

Buzz's comedic timing and memorable one-liners remain a big part of what makes the Home Alone franchise so cherished. As we light up our Christmas trees and welcome the festive cheer, let's take a look at where the child star is now.

Devin Ratray was arrested in December 2021 after allegedly assaulting his then-girlfriend during an incident in an Oklahoma hotel room.

He faced charges of felony, domestic assault, and battery by strangulation, as well as misdemeanour domestic assault and battery, according to . Following his arrest, the actor was released on a $25,000 (£19,800) bond.

According to police reports, the woman claimed that an argument between the two began at a bar that escalated after they returned to their hotel. Devin allegedly pinned her to the bed, choking her while reportedly saying: "This is how you die."

The woman told authorities that he then stopped strangling her but punched her in the face before she managed to escape the room.

In February 2024, Devin pleaded guilty to one count of domestic assault and battery by strangulation and one count of domestic assault and battery, according to court documents obtained by

As part of his sentencing, he was ordered to complete behaviour intervention plan classes and undergo a drug and alcohol assessment. Additionally, he was prohibited from having any contact with the victim.

In August 2022, police announced they were investigating into a 2017 rape allegation against Devin Ratray made by a woman named Lisa Smith.

Lisa initially filed a police report in 2017, claiming she had been raped, but no follow-up actions were taken at the time. After learning about Devin's 2021 arrest, she contacted authorities again to revisit her report.

Lisa alleged that she and Devin had been friends for 15 years when he allegedly drugged her drink and sexually assaulted her. Devin has denied the allegations, telling in a phone interview: "We did not have sex." To date, Devin has not been charged in connection with Lisa's claims.

Devin Ratray's domestic violence trial faced delays in January 2024 when the actor was hospitalized for an undisclosed medical issue. His lawyers informed the judge that Devin had been in "critical condition," as reported by

A family member later confirmed to the outlet that Devin had been discharged from the hospital and was "back home resting on doctor's orders."

The actor's medical nightmare triggered a hold-up in his case as jury selection was delayed in Oklahoma for one month, pushing the case back to February 2024.

Details surrounding what landed the 47-year-old in the hospital in the first place have not been released.

As of 2024, Devin Ratray is reportedly still residing in his hometown of New York City. Although he has taken a step back from acting, he remains active on Instagram, where he shares glimpses of his life.

Devin often reflects on his breakthrough role in Home Alone with nostalgic posts. On August 16, 2024, the star shared a headshot just days after wrapping up filming the Christmas movie.

He captioned the post: "Coming home off the plane from shooting Home Alone. Just turned 13." Earlier this year, Devin posted another nod to his past, sharing an image from the original Home Alone film with the caption: "Throwback Wednesday."

Nearly three decades later after his iconic Buzz role, Devin returned as Buzz in 2021's Home Sweet Home Alone, where the character was reimagined as a local police officer, giving fans a nostalgic glimpse into Buzz's life as an adult.

Beyond the Home Alone universe, Devin's acting career has been impressively diverse. He appeared in films like Dennis the Menace (1993), The Prince and Me (2004), and R.I.P.D. (2013), showcasing his range across various genres.

Television audiences may recognize him from roles in the critically acclaimed Mosaic (2017) and the superhero comedy The Tick (2016).

Devin also lent his talents to the gaming world, providing motion capture and voice work for the blockbuster video game Red Dead Redemption 2 in 2018.

In 2022, Devin added to his resume with notable appearances in an episode of Better Call Saul and the thriller film Kimi.