Sophia Michaels
Rachel Miner is an actress who is often recognized as the former wife of Macaulay Culkin. They married in 1998 at just 17 years old, but their relationship ended two years later in 2000. During this period, Miner began working on the provocative film “Bully” in 2001, a project she described as a significant turning point after a break from acting due to the challenges of public life. In a July 2021 interview with i-D, she reflected on her experience during that time.
After “Bully,” Miner continued to act, featuring in various films and series, including “The Black Dahlia” and a role in “Californication.” Her most notable performance was as Meg in the fifth season of “Supernatural,” which garnered her a dedicated fanbase. However, her battle with multiple sclerosis, diagnosed while working on the show, greatly impacted her career. In a March 2022 interview with Health Digest, she spoke about how her condition made long filming days challenging, even as her co-stars provided support.
Since stepping away from acting in a significant capacity, Miner has focused primarily on charitable endeavors.
Rachel Miner uses a wheelchair
Miner’s time on “Supernatural” played a crucial role in her later charitable work. She serves as the executive director for the nonprofit organization Random Acts, which was created by her former co-star Misha Collins. In her October 2017 conversation with Nerds & Beyond, Miner expressed her enthusiasm for joining the initiative, which launched several impactful projects, including constructing an orphanage in Haiti and an anti-bullying effort known as the Pop Culture Hero Coalition, which she leads.
While focusing on charity, Miner has not completely stepped away from acting. Using a wheelchair due to her condition has not deterred her from pursuing acting opportunities. In November 2019, she tweeted a proud moment about attending her first audition in a wheelchair, and she made an appearance on “Chicago Fire” the following year.
Miner is open about her experience using a wheelchair, documenting it on her social media. She shared plans to post more about her journey in 2024, highlighting that her wheelchair is an integral part of her life experience.
