Who was considered to play harry in home alone before pesci?

Before Joe Pesci was cast as Harry Lyme in "Home Alone," actors like Robert De Niro and John Candy were considered for the role. De Niro ultimately declined the offer, and Candy was not chosen, leading to Pesci's memorable performance as the bumbling burglar. The casting of Pesci added a unique blend of humor and menace to the character, contributing significantly to the film's success.