Timothée Chalamet’s 'special person' cheers him as he gets award

Published: Jan 05 2026

In the heart-pounding film "Marty Supreme," Timothée Chalamet's mesmerizing performance has been hailed as one of his most triumphant. For his depiction of a ping-pong hustler, he was bestowed with an award at the prestigious Palm Springs International Film Festival. Amidst the adoring applause, a 'special someone' was cheering him on the most: Kylie Jenner, his loving girlfriend.

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The couple, who have kept their relationship largely under wraps, are now openly embracing each other's love. As the "Dune" star receives the Spotlight Award, he takes the stage, thanking his director, Josh Safdie, with words that resonate deeply. "This man's a true artist... really, this man to my right here is an embodiment of what we all celebrate, truly." He goes on to rave about his director, stating, "What's cooking in this man's mind is unbelievable," adding, "Josh is the embodiment of the artist I'm striving every day to become: endless, passionate, suspicious of the way things go. And he's true to himself to his core."

Several commentators have praised Timothée's portrayal of Marty. For example, Nachhattar Singh Chandi, who is the chairman of the Palm Springs Festival, previously gushed about how brilliant he was in the sports comedy-drama. "In 'Marty Supreme,' Timothée Chalamet delivers a performance which marks a true milestone in his career," he noted. "Within a dynamic struggle for glory, Chalamet's portrayal of Marty Mauser transforms this narrative into a deeply human story of ambition and longing." He concluded, "This is one of his finest roles to date—and one of the best standout performances of the year, sure to be celebrated throughout the awards season."

"Marty Supreme" is now playing in cinemas worldwide.

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