Timothée Chalamet had a notable presence at this year’s Oscars, despite missing out on the Best Actor award after being a strong contender throughout the season. He won the Golden Globe and Critics’ Choice awards for his role in Marty Supreme, but the Oscar ultimately went to Michael B. Jordan for Sinners. Chalamet also attracted attention for his recent remarks regarding opera and ballet, which sparked significant backlash. Meanwhile, he appeared unfazed by the loss while enjoying a romantic moment with his girlfriend, Kylie Jenner, at the Vanity Fair Oscars party.
At the glamorous Oscars event, Timothée and Kylie made a striking appearance on the red carpet. The couple posed for photos, with Timothée affectionately kissing Kylie’s cheek against the backdrop of the star-studded event. Kylie dazzled in a stylish black dress, showcasing the couple’s chemistry in front of the cameras.
Marty Supreme did not perform well overall at the awards, falling short in key categories such as Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Casting, all of which were won by One Battle After Another. This nomination marked Timothée’s second consecutive appearance in the Best Actor category, following his nomination last year for A Complete Unknown and his breakout role in Call Me By Your Name.
Chalamet’s recent controversy stems from comments he made about opera and ballet during promotional events for Marty Supreme. He stated that he is not interested in participating in these art forms, as he feels they lack contemporary relevance, saying, “I don’t want to be working in ballet, or opera, or things where it’s like, ‘Hey, keep this thing alive, even though like no one cares about this anymore.’” The remarks drew significant criticism from various corners, including a response from fellow actor Jamie Lee Curtis, who shared a reel critiquing his views.
The backlash extended to prominent institutions in the performing arts, as both the Royal Ballet and the English National Opera took to social media to invite Chalamet to participate in a performance, signaling a desire for engagement rather than dismissal of the arts he critiqued. During the Academy Awards ceremony, host Conan O’Brien humorously referenced the fallout from Timothée’s comments, noting, “Security is extremely tight tonight. I’m told there are concerns about attacks from both the opera and ballet communities.”
Despite the mixed reactions to his statements, it seems Timothée Chalamet remains a charismatic figure in Hollywood, embodying a blend of talent and controversy that continues to keep him in the public eye.