Fans were surprised this weekend when news broke involvingDaniel Stern, best known for playing Marv in theHome Alonefranchise.
According to a report fromTMZonFriday,January9, Stern, 68, was cited by police in Ventura County, California, onDecember10 in connection with an alleged prostitution sting at a hotel in Camarillo. Law enforcement sources told the outlet that Stern was issued a citation for soliciting prostitution but was not arrested, booked, or taken into custody.
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The outlet reported that the incident took place during the height of theholiday season, whenHome Aloneis once again heavily streamed and revisited by fans. Stern hasn't publicly commented on the situation.
A citation is not the same as an arrest, and it remains unclear whether formal charges will ultimately be filed. As of now, authorities have not announced whether the case will move forward or be dismissed.
Stern has largely stayed out of the spotlight in recent years, maintaining a lower public profile compared to some of hisHome Alonecostars. The film celebrated its 35thanniversarylast month, but Sternopted to skip the events.
"I don't leave my farm," he explained toPeopleon December 2. "It's no offense to the movie. I'm just … a phone call, Zoom call, I'm in, but… I'm a bit of a homebody."
In addition to his acting career, he's focused on writing, directing, and sculpture, occasionally sharing updates about his artwork and personal projects on social media.
The actor rose to fame in the early1990sthanks to his role as one half of the Wet Bandits, the bumbling burglars who repeatedly fell victim to Kevin McCallister's elaborate traps. The film became a holiday staple, spawning multiple sequels and cementing Stern's place in pop culture history.
TheCity Slickersstar marriedLaure Mattoin 1980 and the couple share three children together, including California State SenatorHenry Stern.
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Because the situation is still unfolding, details remain limited. No court date has been announced, and Stern has not issued a statement addressing the allegation. For now, the citation represents the only official action taken by law enforcement.
Representatives for Stern did not immediately respond toParade'srequest for comment.
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