Timothee Chalamet Seeks Comfort from Kylie Jenner After Oscars Disappointment
Timothee Chalamet was unable to conceal his affection for girlfriend Kylie Jenner following a significant Oscars setback. The acclaimed actor, aged 30, arrived at the prestigious ceremony alongside Jenner, harbouring hopes of securing the Best Actor award for his performance in the film Marty Supreme.
A Night of High Hopes and Public Displays
Chalamet, dressed in a sharp white linen suit with a manicured moustache, walked the red carpet at Hollywood's Dolby Theatre with Jenner, who wore a striking black cut-out dress adorned with elegant feather trim. Despite the initial optimism, the award ultimately went to Michael B. Jordan for his role in Sinners, leaving Chalamet visibly disappointed as the winner was announced by previous recipient Adrien Brody.
The actor was seen applauding politely and appearing to mouth "yay" as Jordan celebrated with his mother before taking the stage. This year's Best Actor category was exceptionally competitive, featuring heavyweight nominees including Leonardo DiCaprio for One Battle After Another, Ethan Hawke for Blue Moon, and Wagner Moura for The Secret Agent.
Post-Ceremony Affection at Star-Studded Afterparty
Following the ceremony, the couple attended the exclusive Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty, where Chalamet was photographed displaying considerable affection for Jenner. Seen kissing the beauty mogul on the cheek during photo opportunities outside the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Chalamet wrapped his arm around her waist as they prepared to enter the glamorous event.
Inside the party, the Dune star appeared to relax and enjoy the evening with Jenner, who later changed into a form-fitting red sequinned dress that drew comparisons to Jessica Rabbit. The mother-of-two, aged 26, provided clear support to her boyfriend of three years throughout the evening's events.
Controversial Comments and Ceremony Jokes
The Oscars loss followed a potentially controversial period for Chalamet, who had recently made remarks about traditional performing arts during an interview for Variety's Actors on Actors series. While conversing with Matthew McConaughey, Chalamet suggested that "no one cares about" opera and ballet anymore, comments that drew criticism from figures within the creative community, including director Steven Spielberg.
Oscars host Conan O'Brien referenced these comments during the ceremony, joking to the audience about heightened security due to concerns about "attacks from both the opera and ballet communities." This remark was delivered while Chalamet and Jenner were seated among the star-studded crowd.
An Unexpected Awards Season Turn
Chalamet's Oscars disappointment marked a surprising shift in the awards season narrative. The actor had been considered a strong favourite after winning Best Actor at both the Golden Globes and Critics' Choice Awards for his role in Marty Supreme. However, momentum shifted when Michael B. Jordan secured victory at the Actor Awards earlier in the month, ultimately leading to Jordan's Oscars triumph.
Despite the professional setback, Chalamet and Jenner presented a united front throughout the evening, with the actor maintaining a broad smile as they celebrated together at the Vanity Fair party, clearly putting the awards disappointment behind them to enjoy Hollywood's biggest night.
