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Timothée Chalamet could be a name that's impossible to avoid, and with good cause. Chalamet is now recognized as Hollywood's top choice due to his perfect mix of innate skill, special charisma, and undeniable fame.
From shining in smaller films to starring in big-budget movies such as Dune, he has demonstrated that he is more than just a handsome actor—he is a powerful presence. But aside from the news reports, how well do fans actually know him?
Certainly, you have witnessed the stunning red carpet images and the highly praised acting, but there are some unexpected surprises hidden behind those emotive eyes that you likely didn't anticipate. These 10 surprising facts about Timothée Chalamet are likely unknown to most fans.
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Spider-Man, high school sweetheart, and other surprising facts about Timothée Chalamet
1) Auditioning for Spider-Man
When Chalamet accepted the Best Actor Award for Call Me by Your Name at the 2018 Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards, he told an incident about going on an audition for Spider-Man: Homecoming. He told the crowd, "I read twice and I left sweating in a total panic," according to The Hollywood Reporter.
The possibility of him making an appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe in the future does not go away, even though it's unclear if he read for the actual role of Peter Parker/Spider-Man or something else. Although the role went to Tom Holland, both the actors have nothing but high praise for each other.
2) Dropping out of Columbia University
Before his career gained the momentum it has today, Chalamet was studying cultural anthropology at Columbia University. He ultimately left school in 2014, just before the release of Interstellar, where he landed his first significant acting role.
In an interview with Interview Magazine, he said, "I struggled to find the right balance" between his growing career and college. “I dropped out after one year, rented an apartment in the Bronx where my relatives used to live, and have been consistently finding work since then.”
3) Attending the same school as Nicki Minaj
The Dune star attended Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts in New York City, the same renowned school where Nicki Minaj also studied. LaGuardia’s demanding arts and academic programs provided Chalamet a fertile environment to hone his acting skills.
Though he was initially denied admission, a drama teacher recognized his potential and helped him get in. At LaGuardia, he formed relationships with other future stars like Ansel Elgort and explored different creative interests, including his rap alter ego “Lil’ Timmy Tim.” This experience laid the foundation for his successful acting career.
4) Lil’ Timmy Tim
Timothée Chalamet’s rapper alter ego, Lil’ Timmy Tim, emerged during his high school years at LaGuardia. He created the persona for a statistics class project and even made a music video, although he humorously received a D for the effort.
In 2020, Chalamet showed his comedic skills on Saturday Night Live (SNL) alongside Pete Davidson, where they parodied new-age SoundCloud rappers as SmokeCheddaThaAssGetta and Guap Lord.
In the sketch "Rap Roundtable," they portrayed clueless rappers critiquing the new-age rap scene, highlighting Chalamet’s versatility and comedic talent.
5) He speaks multiple languages
Timothée Chalamet is bilingual, fluent in both English and French, thanks to his multicultural upbringing with a French father and an American mother. Growing up in New York City, he was exposed to both languages, which helped him become proficient in them.
In addition, Chalamet has shown proficiency in Italian, Spanish, and German for various film roles. He has also expressed interest in learning other languages, such as Mandarin, Japanese, Russian, and Arabic, showcasing his passion for languages and cultural exploration.
6) The "Timmy Trend"
A viral TikTok craze, known as the "Timmy Trend," emerged with slowed-down edits of Timothée Chalamet’s scenes from Call Me by Your Name, set to the song Playdate by Melanie Martinez. These videos, featuring Chalamet’s character Elio, gained widespread attention for their nostalgic and emotional tone.
The trend often highlights key moments, like Elio’s dancing, and emphasizes the connection between Elio and Oliver, played by Armie Hammer. This phenomenon frequently evokes strong emotional reactions from viewers and has contributed to its popularity.
7) His love for dogs
Timothée Chalamet is known for his affection for dogs, often sharing posts about them on social media and in interviews. Although he doesn’t own a dog himself, his love for them is evident. A recent social media trend highlighted a dog’s unusual fixation on Chalamet.
A content creator named Robby posted videos of his dog, PJ, who is “addicted” to watching Chalamet’s movies. PJ’s obsession led her owner to create a "Timmy Shrine" for her, complete with a blanket, pillow, and cardboard cutout of the actor.
8) A football fanatic
Timothée Chalamet is an avid soccer fan with a particular love for two teams: AS Saint-Étienne and Chelsea FC. He supports Saint-Étienne because of his French roots—his father is French—and has even performed their anthem on French television. He also keeps up with the team's progress, requesting quicker updates on Ligue 2 highlights.
In addition to Saint-Étienne, Chalamet is a fan of Chelsea FC in the Premier League. He has been seen wearing Chelsea apparel, including a cap, at multiple events, such as Coachella. His colleagues have also mentioned playful rivalries over supporting different teams.
9) Donating film earnings to charities
Amid controversy surrounding director Woody Allen’s alleged sexual misconduct, Timothée Chalamet donated his earnings from A Rainy Day in New York to charitable organizations. These included Time’s Up, the LGBT Center in New York, and RAINN.
Chalamet, alongside co-stars Rebecca Hall and Griffin Newman, chose to support causes that address inequality and injustice rather than profit from the movie.
10) Dating Madonna’s daughter
Timothée Chalamet dated Lourdes Leon, Madonna’s daughter, when they were both students at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts in New York City. Lourdes, who is a model and actress, described Chalamet as her first boyfriend and has spoken highly of him.
Though their relationship was short-lived, they have remained on good terms. Chalamet has mentioned that they had fun together and are still friends, and Lourdes has shared positive memories of their time together in interviews.
Timothée Chalamet's upcoming project, A Complete Unknown, will see him portraying Bob Dylan.
