"I don't mind if somebody comes up to me and shakes my hand, but if I'm in the middle of a restaurant and somebody asks me for a picture, I can be a jerk and say no, or I can say yes and draw more attention to myself, which is exactly the opposite of what I want"

In this quote, Macaulay Culkin is expressing his discomfort with being approached for images in public. He doesn't mind being welcomed with a handshake, but being requested for a photo in the middle of a restaurant can make him feel like a jerk if he states no. On the other hand, stating yes would draw more attention to himself, which is the reverse of what he desires. This reveals that although he is a public figure, he values his personal privacy and doesn't want to draw unneeded attention to himself. It likewise highlights the pressure and expectations that included popularity.