Could Hollywood A-lister Timothée Chalamet be living a secret double life as an up-and-coming UK drill rapper? That's the incredible question sweeping across the internet, sending fans into a frenzy of speculation and analysis.
The Theory That Started It All
The rumour was ignited by TikTok user KJ. Freeman, who boldly presented her case to followers. She pointed to the mysterious rapper EsDeeKid, who hails from Liverpool and always performs wearing a balaclava that reveals only his eyes. Fans have been quick to note the striking resemblance between the visible features of the rapper and the acclaimed actor from Dune and Call Me By Your Name.
Adding significant fuel to the fire, Chalamet was spotted at a Fakemink concert in London, opting for the gig over more typical celebrity social engagements. Freeman questioned his motives, asking, "Why would he take time out of his day to go to that?" She further argued that adopting a fake Scouse accent would be entirely in character for the actor, stating, "Timothee Chalamet would fake a Scouse accent and become a U.K. drill rapper. That's in his DNA to do some stuff like that."
Connecting the Dots: The Evidence Mounts
The online detective work didn't stop there. Publications like Cosmopolitan highlighted another curious link: both Timothée and EsDeeKid have two consecutive 'e's in their names. Furthermore, Chalamet's well-documented love for hip-hop, including his memorable SNL skit with Pete Davidson, makes the idea of a musical side-hustle less far-fetched.
EsDeeKid, known for tracks such as "LV Sandals", "Phantom", and "4 Raws", has shown admiration for artists like YoungBoy Never Broke Again and XXXTENTACION. His online presence began on Tumblr in June 2024, and he has also dabbled in film criticism on Letterboxd, reviewing classics like Ocean's Eleven and Se7en.
Fan Reactions and What Happens Next
The theory has split fans across social media. One sceptical user commented, "timothee doesn't strike me as someone that could do a convincing scouse accent". Another was more convinced, writing, "to be honest I feel like this is exactly something timothee chalamet would do." A third declared after looking up a clip, "Never heard of esdeekid. Just looked up a clip and yeah that's timothee chalamet."
Crucially, neither Chalamet nor EsDeeKid has publicly addressed or denied the swirling rumours. With EsDeeKid's impending North American and Australia tour on the horizon, ticket sales are expected to surge as curious fans flock to venues, hoping to uncover the truth behind the mask once and for all.
