Hollywood sensation Timothée Chalamet has officially entered his fourth decade, marking the milestone with a nostalgic Instagram post for his 20.4 million followers. The actor, who turned 30 on December 27, shared a gallery of sweet childhood and personal photos on Sunday, offering fans a glimpse into his younger years.
A Nostalgic Instagram Celebration
In the heartfelt post, Chalamet included several candid moments from his past. The collection featured pictures of him playing football, engaging in a game of ping pong with his father, Marc Chalamet, and more recent images showcasing his shaved head while swimming. The Dune star accompanied the photos with a grateful and playful caption: 'THANK U FOR THE BIRTHDAY WISHES THANK U THANK U THANK U!!!!!! TIMMYTIM IS OFFICIALLY UNC #uncletimmytim'.
In a humorous nod to his new age bracket, Chalamet used the slang term 'unc', a shortened version of 'uncle' often employed to playfully suggest someone is getting older.
An Unlikely Birthday Serenade from Susan Boyle
The birthday festivities took an unexpected and charming turn when Scottish singing legend Susan Boyle sent the two-time Oscar nominee a personalised video message. This interaction stemmed from Chalamet's recent admiration for Boyle, which he revealed during the UK promotional tour for his latest film, Wonka.
Chalamet has been gifting a jacket inspired by the movie to celebrities he considers icons. After naming Boyle as a recipient during a BBC News interview, the singer received her own Wonka jacket. In return, with help from the film's production company A24, she filmed a special tribute. Boyle serenaded Chalamet with 'Happy Birthday', blew him a kiss, and said: 'Timothée, have a lovely 30th. All the best. Love, Susan.'
An elated Chalamet quickly shared the clip to his Instagram Stories, writing 'THANK U SUSAN !!!!!!!!' alongside a series of orange heart emojis. He also posted a throwback photo from Boyle's famed 2009 Britain's Got Talent audition, overlaying it with the words 'DREAM BIG'.
A Mutual Admiration Society
This unique friendship began when Chalamet, asked which British celebrities deserved a Wonka jacket, surprised the interviewer by naming Susan Boyle. Defending his choice with sincerity, he stated, 'She dreamt big. She dreamt bigger than all of us.' He reflected on the power of her viral audition, which catapulted her to global fame 16 years ago.
Deeply moved, Boyle responded on Instagram, calling his words "incredibly touching" and "very flattering." She expressed humility that her moment still resonated and encouraged everyone to dream big. She later confirmed to the BBC that the jacket 'fits like a glove!'
Boyle's tribute marks a special return to the spotlight after facing significant health challenges, including a stroke in 2022 that affected her ability to speak and sing. Her new music and this celebratory video signal a heartwarming comeback for the beloved artist, who has sold over 25 million records worldwide.
