Travis Scott, the rapper and ex-partner of Kylie Jenner, has seemingly mocked Timothée Chalamet following the actor's failure to secure the Oscar for Best Actor at the 2026 Academy Awards. The ceremony, held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, saw Michael B. Jordan clinch the coveted award for his dual role as twins Smoke and Stack in the film Sinners, breaking down in tears during his emotional acceptance speech.
Instagram Post Sparks Speculation
In the aftermath of the event, Travis Scott took to his Instagram stories to share a photo of Michael B. Jordan wiping away tears on stage. This move was quickly interpreted by fans as a subtle dig at Timothée Chalamet, who is currently in a relationship with Kylie Jenner, the mother of Travis's two children, Stormi, aged eight, and Aire, aged four.
Social media users were quick to comment on the post, with one writing, "Travis Scott is a professional hater I love it," while another noted, "Okay, please this is so iconic lmao. Because tell me when was the last time Travis Scott cared about the Oscars?" This incident adds to a series of public interactions that have fueled ongoing speculation about the dynamics between these high-profile figures.
Additional Blows for Timothée Chalamet
Timothée Chalamet's night at the Oscars was further marred by host Conan O'Brien, who mocked the actor during the opening monologue. O'Brien referenced Chalamet's recent controversial comments about ballet and opera, made during a Variety and CNN town hall event with Matthew McConaughey on February 24, 2026, at the University of Texas at Austin.
In his monologue, O'Brien joked, "I'm told there's going to be attacks from both the opera and ballet community," prompting laughter from the audience and a visibly red-faced Chalamet, who was seated next to Kylie Jenner. The actor had previously stated, "I don't want to be working in ballet or opera... Things where it's like, 'Hey, keep this thing alive, even though no one cares about this anymore.'" These remarks had already sparked significant backlash online, making O'Brien's jab particularly pointed.
Awkward Family Encounter
Compounding the evening's challenges, Kylie Jenner appeared to have an awkward interaction with Timothée Chalamet's sister, Pauline, at the ceremony. A viral clip showed Pauline approaching her brother, with Kylie attempting to get her attention and offering a brief hug. Viewers described the encounter as "awkward," with one commenting, "Looks like she's never met her before in her life… This is what a PR relationship looks like."
This tension may stem from past incidents, as Pauline has previously criticized billionaires and CEOs who own private jets, a group that includes Kylie Jenner, who boasts an estimated fortune of $710 million. Pauline has also spoken out against wealth disparity in the US, adding another layer to the perceived friction.
Relationship Dynamics Under Scrutiny
Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner have been under intense media scrutiny, particularly after Chalamet referred to her as his "partner of three years" and his "foundation" during his acceptance speech at the Critics' Choice Awards. Despite not walking the red carpet together at the Oscars, they were seen sitting side-by-side, with behind-the-scenes clips showing them interacting off-screen.
However, lipreader Nicola Hickling claimed there was tension between the couple, alleging that Kylie told Chalamet he was "being a child" and asked actress Elle Fanning if he seemed "cold." These observations have fueled ongoing debates about the authenticity and stability of their relationship, amidst a backdrop of public drama and celebrity gossip.
