Timothée Chalamet's Lucid Air Towed After Oscars Humiliation
Timothée Chalamet experienced yet another embarrassing incident on Saturday when his high-end Lucid Air electric car was towed from his Beverly Hills residence. This latest development comes just weeks after the thirty-year-old actor suffered a crushing defeat at the 2026 Academy Awards, where his film Marty Supreme failed to secure a single award despite receiving nine nominations.
Vehicle Hauled Away on Flatbed Trailer
The sleek electric vehicle was observed being hauled away on a flatbed trailer, though the specific reason for the towing remains unclear. It is uncertain whether the car required repairs or if another issue prompted its removal. Representatives for Chalamet have been contacted by Daily Mail for comment regarding this incident.
Oscars Night Proved Particularly Rough
The vehicle towing follows what was undoubtedly a difficult evening for Chalamet at the Academy Awards. Despite being widely tipped to win his first Oscar for Best Actor for his role in Marty Supreme, he instead became the target of numerous jokes and putdowns throughout the ceremony. The mockery became so widespread that some observers suggested the actor appeared on the verge of tears at moments.
Chalamet ultimately lost the Best Actor award to Michael B. Jordan, who emerged as a surprise frontrunner. Many have speculated that the actor's controversial remarks about ballet and opera being unimportant played a significant role in this late shift in the competition, and those comments seemed to follow him throughout the entire evening.
Host Conan O'Brien's Opening Monologue Jabs
The roasting began almost immediately during the ceremony, with host Conan O'Brien making a pointed remark in his opening monologue: Security is extremely tight tonight. I'm just going to mention that. I'm told there's a concern about attacks from both the opera and ballet communities! The camera quickly cut to Chalamet, who could be seen nervously smiling beside his girlfriend, Kylie Jenner.
According to body language expert Judi James, Timothée's reaction to the joke was far from pleased. James explained to Daily Mail that his body language showed a chastened and quite submissive response, with Chalamet flashing a forced grin showing only his upper teeth while Jenner leaned in protectively.
Kylie Jenner's Protective Response
Judi James noted that Jenner had a maternal look in her eyes and a calm smile, as though she was trying to reassure him. Chalamet then responded by opening his mouth wide, showing clear embarrassment, and nodding slowly as if acknowledging and accepting the joke. Jenner's reaction was also telling, with James pointing out that the reality star looked less comfortable, clenching and unclenching her hands before delivering a loud clap that seemed to indicate she was eager to move on from the moment.
Controversial Fashion Choices Added to Criticism
Despite Chalamet's visibly strained reaction, Judi James suggested that he might have been expecting the roasting, as he had chosen to wear all white, potentially signaling innocence. However, his choice of attire did little to shield him from ridicule and instead seemed to fuel it further.
The three-time Oscar nominee arrived in an all-white suit, tie, and shoes, paired with large black sunglasses, which fans quickly criticized on social media platforms. One user on X (formerly Twitter) wrote, He doesn't deserve to come near that Oscar due to this atrocity of a fit. Another commented, Dear lord, Timmy, what on earth inspired this monstrosity? while one observer jokingly said he resembled a milkman.
Additional Jabs Throughout the Ceremony
Throughout the evening, Chalamet faced more pointed jabs from various presenters and performers. When Alexandre Singh won Best Live-Action Short Film for his project Two People Exchanging Saliva, he took the opportunity to call out the actor, stating, We believe art can change people's souls. Maybe it takes ten years' time, but we can change society through art, through creativity, through theater and ballet - and cinema.
Chalamet also had to sit through a ballet performance by Misty Copeland during the Sinners musical number. Copeland had previously spoken out about the actor's comments, remarking, I mean, he wouldn't be an actor and have the opportunities he has as a movie star if it weren't for opera and ballet, and their relevance in that medium. All of these mediums have a space, and we shouldn't be comparing them.
The combination of his Oscars humiliation and subsequent vehicle towing has created a challenging period for the acclaimed actor, who now finds himself navigating both professional setbacks and personal inconveniences in the public eye.
