Updated: January 05, 2026 12:24 PM IST
Timothée Chalamet won Best Actor at the 2026 Critics’ Choice Awards and didn’t forget to thank his girlfriend Kylie Jenner.
It’s a big day for actor Timothée Chalamet as he wins the Critics’ Choice Award for Best Actor for his role in Marty Supreme.
Chalamet won the award for his role as Marty Mouser, a talented table tennis player, in the 1950s New York-set film.
Timothy thanks Kylie Jenner
When accepting the award, Chalamet first thanked his fellow nominees, his team, and director Josh Safdie. At the end of his speech, he surprised many by speaking about his partner Kylie Jenner, who was also present at the event. Referring to his relationship and support system, Chalamet said, “And finally, I would just say, thank you to my partner of three years. Thank you for our foundation.”
Saying this, the actor pointed towards Jenner, who was seen smiling and mouthing ‘I love you’ from the audience. The moment became even more special when the two kissed each other after their name was announced as the winner.
Chalamet also talked about his fellow nominees. Looking out to the audience, he directly addressed the actors he admires and has known for years. Mentioning his “fellow nominees”, Chalamet talked about longtime relationships, theater days in New York, and recent performances that impressed him.
Timothée Chalamet received the Best Actor Award
The Best Actor category was packed with strong performances. Chalamet competed against Leonardo DiCaprio for One Battle After Another, Joel Edgerton for Train Dreams, Ethan Hawke for Blue Moon, Michael B. Jordan for Sinners, and Wagner Moura for The Secret Agent.
The story of Marty Supreme is set in 1950s New York City and centers on Marty Mouser, a talented table tennis player who dreams of becoming champion. Chalamet plays the lead role, which is inspired by the life of Marty Reisman, the famous American table tennis player who rose to fame in the 1950s.
