Timothée Chalamet's Oscar Campaign Intensifies at Nominees Luncheon
Timothée Chalamet continued his ambitious campaign for the best actor award at the 98th Oscar Nominees Luncheon, held at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, on Tuesday. The event brought together nominees from across the film industry, with Chalamet standing out as a prominent contender in this year's awards season.
Stylish Appearance and Grooming Details
Stylist Taylor McNeill dressed the 30-year-old star of Marty Supreme in a striking sapphire-blue, double-breasted suit, paired with a white shirt without a necktie and black boots. This ensemble closely resembled the brown Givenchy double-breasted suit he wore just last Thursday, showcasing a consistent and sophisticated fashion sense. Groomer Jamie Taylor ensured Chalamet's complexion appeared flawless and applied a spiky gel treatment to his hair, enhancing his polished look for the high-profile event.
Nominations and Career Highlights
The native New Yorker, who has publicly vowed to become one of the greats, is nominated not only for best actor but also for best picture. This latter nomination stems from his role as a producer on Josh Safdie's solo feature directorial debut, which had a $70 million budget and grossed $147 million globally. Chalamet, who began intensive training in 2018, portrayed Marty Mauser, a Machiavellian shoe salesman who transforms into a table tennis champion, in A24's critically acclaimed ping-pong drama.
Competition and Awards Season Frontrunner Status
As the nephew of director Rodman Flender, Chalamet is considered a clear frontrunner in the best actor category, having already secured wins at the Critics' Choice Awards on January 4 and the Golden Globe Awards on January 11. However, he faces stiff competition from other notable actors who attended the luncheon, including Leonardo DiCaprio for One Battle After Another, Michael B. Jordan for Sinners, Ethan Hawke for Blue Moon, and Wagner Moura for The Secret Agent.
Upcoming Awards and Personal Life
Before the 98th Academy Awards, which will air on March 15 on ABC and Hulu from Hollywood's Dolby Theatre, Chalamet is nominated for best film and best actor in a leading role at the 79th BAFTA Awards, scheduled for February 22 on E! Network and BBC One. Additionally, he will compete for two trophies at the 32nd Actor Awards on March 1 on Netflix: outstanding male actor in a leading role and outstanding cast in a motion picture.
Notably absent from Chalamet's side at the luncheon was his girlfriend, Kylie Jenner, whom he thanked in his Critics Choice speech, referring to her as his partner of three years. The couple has not been photographed together since their lavish getaway to Cabo San Lucas on January 23, sparking speculation. Eyebrows were raised when Chalamet was filmed leaving BB restaurant in Paris on February 3 with actress Anamaria Vartolomei, though they have never worked together and reportedly drove around Paris for an hour after 11:30 PM.
Background and Future Projects
Chalamet and Jenner, who share mutual friend designer Haider Ackermann, first met as far back as 2019 at Nobu Malibu but did not confirm their romance until 2023. Prior to dating Jenner, Chalamet was in relationships with Lily-Rose Depp, Eiza González, and Lourdes Leon. Looking ahead, he will conclude his role as Padishah Emperor Paul Atreides in Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Three, set for release in US and UK theaters on December 18. This Warner Bros. Pictures adaptation of Frank Herbert's 1969 novel Dune Messiah will also feature stars such as Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, and Robert Pattinson, marking another significant milestone in Chalamet's burgeoning career.
