Timothée Chalamet faced disappointment at the Oscars as he lost the Best Actor award, which many had expected him to win. Despite his earlier successes at the Golden Globes and Critics’ Choice Awards for his performance in “Marty Supreme,” the accolade ultimately went to Michael B. Jordan for his work in “Sinners.” Chalamet’s recent remarks about opera and ballet sparked criticism, yet he appeared unfazed, enjoying a romantic evening with girlfriend Kylie Jenner at the Vanity Fair Oscars party.
At the Vanity Fair event, the couple was seen sharing affectionate moments on the red carpet. Chalamet embraced Jenner, planting a kiss on her cheek as they posed for photographers. Jenner opted for a striking black dress for the occasion, complementing Chalamet’s casual yet stylish look.
“Marty Supreme” did not receive any additional wins at the ceremony, missing out on major awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Casting. In these categories, “One Battle After Another” emerged victorious, further overshadowing Chalamet’s film during the awards season.
This marked Chalamet’s second consecutive nomination for Best Actor, following his win for “A Complete Unknown” last year. He first gained significant recognition with his breakout role in “Call Me By Your Name,” setting a high standard for his continued presence in the industry.
Recently, Chalamet has drawn criticism for his comments regarding ballet and opera, expressing a lack of interest in the arts and asserting that “no one cares” about them anymore. He stated, “I don’t want to be working in ballet or opera, where it’s like, ‘Hey, keep this thing alive, even though like no one cares about this anymore.’” His comments ignited backlash from various quarters, including fellow actor Jamie Lee Curtis, who publicly criticized his perspective on social media.
In a show of support for the arts, London’s Royal Ballet and Opera extended invitations to Chalamet, encouraging him to participate in performances as a response to his comments. The English National Opera also joined in on this outreach, highlighting the need for open dialogue regarding the performing arts.
The Oscars ceremony itself addressed the controversy humorously, with host Conan O’Brien commenting on the heightened security due to concerns from the ballet and opera communities. This moment added a lighthearted touch to the event, while further emphasizing the impact of Chalamet’s remarks on the arts community and the public discourse surrounding it.