Home Alone’s Daniel Stern reveals he meets up with Joe Pesci once a year

Daniel Stern discusses meeting Joe Pesci once a year, reminiscing about their Home Alone roles and lasting bond.

Daniel Stern, 67, shared insights about his enduring friendship with Joe Pesci, 81, in an exclusive interview with People. Decades after their roles as bumbling criminals Marv and Harry in the iconic Home Alone films, the pair continue to reunite annually. "I see him once a year," Stern revealed, calling Pesci a "dear friend" and reflecting on the bond they developed during their time together on set.

Their friendship began earlier, during the 1982 drama I’m Dancing as Fast as I Can, where they played mental institution patients. Though both were cut from the final film, Stern describes this experience as the start of their long-standing connection.

Beyond acting, Stern admires Pesci’s hidden talent as a jazz singer. "If you really want to know who he is, listen to his music," Stern said, praising Pesci’s tenor voice and ability to evoke deep emotion with Sinatra-style songs. This lesser-known side of Pesci reflects his artistic depth and passion for creative expression.

Both actors have since retreated from the limelight, choosing quieter lives. Stern lives on a California ranch, growing tangerines and working on art projects he describes as an "extension of the human condition." Pesci, similarly, enjoys a reclusive lifestyle in New Jersey, splitting his time between privacy and personal pursuits.

Their annual reunions highlight the enduring camaraderie formed during the making of Home Alone, a franchise that remains a holiday classic. Stern’s reflections emphasize the cultural and personal significance of the films, which not only brought joy to audiences but also forged a lifelong friendship.