Timothée Chalamet, 29, missed out on the Best Actor Oscar for “A Complete Unknown” at the 2025 Academy Awards on March 2, losing to Adrien Brody.
Despite the defeat, PR expert Eric Schiffer tells The US Sun this setback might strengthen his romance with Kylie Jenner, 27. Chalamet, already a SAG Award winner for his Bob Dylan role, faced his second Oscars miss after 2018’s “Call Me by Your Name” loss to Gary Oldman.
Jenner, who skipped the red carpet but joined Chalamet inside, stood by him during the night. Schiffer argues her presence—win or lose—lifts her brand, tied to his high-profile status. Though a win would’ve been huge, the loss won’t tank his career, he says. Instead, it’s a chance for Jenner to shine as his emotional anchor.
Loss as a Love Win
Schiffer calls the defeat an ego hit for Chalamet, who craves greatness, but not a career killer. More importantly, it could deepen his bond with Jenner. Her support during this “devastating” time for the sensitive star might bring them closer, he suggests. Transitioning from disappointment to connection, her role as a comforter could solidify their two-year romance, started in 2023.
Career Still Soars
The couple balances busy lives, with sources telling Entertainment Tonight they respect each other’s work ethic. Chalamet’s “A Complete Unknown” earned raves, and his growing filmography promises future Oscar shots. For now, Jenner’s shoulder might turn his Oscars heartbreak into a hidden victory—for their love.
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