Timothée Chalamet Thanks Kylie After Winning Best Actor, Actress Gets Emotional

January 5, 2025: Breaking years of relative silence on their romance, Hollywood star Timothée Chalamet and beauty mogul Kylie Jenner have finally made their relationship “official” in the most public way possible.

During the 31st Annual Critics Choice Awards held at the Barker Hangar on Sunday, January 4, 2026, Chalamet took the stage to accept the Best Actor award for his performance in the table-tennis drama Marty Supreme. While the win was a professional milestone, it was his acceptance speech that sent social media into a frenzy.

A Heartfelt Public Declaration

After thanking his director, Josh Safdie, and his fellow nominees, Chalamet turned his attention to Jenner, who was seated in the front row.

“And lastly, I’ll just say, thank you to my partner of three years,” Chalamet said, marking the first time he has used the word “partner” to describe Jenner. “Thank you for our foundation. I love you. I couldn’t do this without you.”

The cameras immediately panned to a visibly emotional Kylie Jenner, who was seen mouthing “I love you” back to him. The couple, who were spotted sharing a kiss when Chalamet’s name was first announced, skipped the red carpet earlier in the evening but sat side-by-side throughout the ceremony.

Three Years of Privacy

The speech serves as a formal confirmation of a relationship timeline that fans had only been able to piece together through paparazzi shots and subtle clues. By mentioning a “three-year foundation,” Chalamet confirmed that the pair have been together since early 2023, shortly after Jenner’s split from rapper Travis Scott.

Key milestones in their relationship include:

January 2023: First met during the Jean Paul Gaultier show at Paris Fashion Week.
September 2023: Their first high-profile public outing at Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour.
January 2024: A viral appearance at the Golden Globes.
January 2026: Official confirmation at the Critics Choice Awards.

A Support System Behind the Scenes

Despite being two of the most scrutinized individuals in the world, the couple has managed to keep their private life remarkably guarded. Sources close to the pair suggest that Jenner has been a “constant pillar” for Chalamet during the intense filming and promotion of Marty Supreme, even traveling to Budapest during his international shoots.

With Chalamet’s career at an all-time high and Jenner continuing to expand her business empire, the “foundation” Chalamet spoke of appears stronger than ever as they enter 2026.

Disha Rojhe