Timothee Chalamet has faced harsh criticism on social media after being accused of 'manspreading' next to Tina Fey during a star-studded New York Knicks game. The 30-year-old actor was seated between his girlfriend, Kylie Jenner, and the 55-year-old 'Saturday Night Live' icon, with photos showing his legs spread wide.
Chalamet's Enthusiastic Support
Chalamet was visibly animated as his beloved Knicks dominated the Atlanta Hawks 126-97 in Game 5 of the playoffs. However, many users on X were unimpressed by his posture. One user posted courtside photos with the caption: 'Timothee Chalamet if you don't stop manspreading on Tina Fey I swear to god.' Another speculated on Fey's thoughts: 'She's thinking he shouldn't manspread so she could be comfortable. What a jerk.'
Further comments included: 'Bro sitting like he owns the whole row' and 'I hate this little rat so bad bro show some respect to your elders???' Observers also noted three drinks, presumably alcoholic, under Chalamet's seat.
Celebrity Attendance
Other celebrities at the game included Ben Stiller, his wife Christine Taylor, and Tracy Morgan, Fey's former '30 Rock' co-star. Jenner wore a low-cut white tank top and bedazzled white jeans, paired with black thong heels and silver hoop earrings. Chalamet sported a black leather jacket, grey hoodie, Knicks hat, silver necklace, and a wispy mustache.
Relationship Timeline
Jenner and Chalamet were first linked in April 2023 and confirmed their romance with a kiss at a Beyonce concert that September. The relationship began months after Jenner split from rapper Travis Scott, with whom she shares two children: Stormi, eight, and Aire, four.
Oscar Snub and Backlash
In March, Chalamet suffered a best actor Oscar loss for 'Marty Supreme,' with sources citing a 'Stop Timmy' campaign due to his perceived pomposity in interviews. His remark that 'no one cares about' opera and ballet fueled backlash, and he lost to Michael B. Jordan for 'Sinners.'
Jordyn Woods Appearance
Jenner's former best friend, Jordyn Woods, also attended the game. Woods is engaged to Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns. Their friendship soured in 2019 after Woods kissed Tristan Thompson, but Jenner later said they have 'healthy distance' and congratulated Woods on her engagement.
