Actor Daniel Stern, popularly known for his role as Marv in Home Alone, is facing criminal charges. He has been charged with one misdemeanour count of soliciting prostitution in California.
Daniel Stern ticketed for misdemeanour
Ventura County District Attorney spokesperson Joey Buttitta told PEOPLE, “From what I understand, he was cited at the location and released.” Previously, the spokesperson told the magazine, “The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office submitted their ticket or citation to us, and it is being reviewed by our prosecutors.”
Reportedly, Stern was ticketed in a prostitution case in California in early December. However, he was not arrested or booked in the matter. He was reportedly at a hotel in Camarillo when he was cited by the police.
More about Daniel Stern
Daniel Stern is an acclaimed American actor, filmmaker, and voice artist best known for his memorable roles in both comedy and drama. Born on August 28, 1957, in Bethesda, Maryland, Stern developed an early interest in acting and went on to build a diverse career spanning film, television, and theatre. He rose to international fame for portraying the hapless burglar Marv Merchants in the iconic Home Alone franchise, where his physical comedy and expressive performance made the character unforgettable.
Beyond slapstick comedy, Stern has demonstrated remarkable range as an actor. He delivered a powerful performance in Breaking Away (1979), which earned the film an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. He later impressed audiences with dramatic roles in films such as City Slickers, Diner, and Very Bad Things. Stern is also widely recognised as the narrator of the popular television series The Wonder Years, where his warm, reflective voice became a defining element of the show.
In addition to acting, Daniel Stern has worked behind the camera as a director and producer. Outside Hollywood, he is also an accomplished sculptor, with his public art installations displayed across the United States. With a career marked by versatility and longevity, Stern remains a respected figure in American entertainment.
He has now quit Hollywood and moved to a farm in Ventura, where he and his spouse raise cattle, grow fruit, and care for citrus groves. He said that his success in the 1980s and 1990s earned him enough money to not have to work and also gave him a sense of responsibility to make the most of his good fortune.
