
When Variety unveiled the roster for this year’s Actors on Actors, one unexpected but delightful pairing stood out: Colman Domingo and Kieran Culkin. Despite their different acting styles, the two shared a hilarious, candid, and deeply entertaining conversation that had fans everywhere buzzing—especially over one unforgettable moment.
The chat started innocently enough, with Domingo mentioning that, while he was older than Culkin, he had grown up watching Culkin’s movies. Culkin, who is known for his sharp wit, assumed Domingo was closer to his age—or maybe even younger. But when Domingo casually dropped the bombshell that he was 54, Culkin’s reaction was priceless. His jaw hit the floor, and he exclaimed, “I would’ve guessed 10 years younger than that!” Domingo, ever the cool customer, graciously accepted the compliment and revealed that his secret to looking so youthful was hydration. Naturally, Culkin was curious and asked, “Do you moisturize?”
That’s when Domingo delivered the line that stole the show: “I’m Black.”
Culkin burst into laughter, and the internet followed suit. The perfect mic-drop moment came with the lighthearted acknowledgment of the well-known saying “Black don’t crack,” which celebrates the natural grace with which many Black people age. Domingo didn’t need to elaborate—his timing and delivery were spot on.
The moment instantly went viral, with fans flooding social media with their reactions. One person joked, “They both look 30,” while another declared, “Melanin is OP. On God, I am gonna do my PhD related to melanin.”
Beyond the laughs, their exchange also shed light on their incredible chemistry. Both are starring in exciting projects: Domingo in Sing Sing, a moving drama about an in-prison theater program, and Culkin in A Real Pain, a dark comedy-drama directed by Jesse Eisenberg. Despite the differences in their careers, the two clearly share a mutual admiration, leading fans to campaign for a buddy comedy starring the duo. One fan tweeted, “I’m seeing the vision with these two. Get them together in a movie ASAP!!”
Even Culkin and Domingo seemed on board. At one point, Culkin said, “Let’s work together, man,” to which Domingo immediately responded, “I’d like that. You have a sparkle in your eye, man.” Their playful banter and shared passion for storytelling make them an irresistible pair, and if their interview is any indication, they could soon be Hollywood’s next dynamic duo.
As for Culkin’s newfound skincare wisdom, well, he’ll never forget Domingo’s iconic response. When you’ve got a natural glow like Domingo’s, sometimes the best explanation is also the simplest.