Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner are putting on a show of unity—but not everyone’s buying it.
Despite swirling breakup rumors, the couple stunned on the red carpet at the Los Angeles premiere of Chalamet’s latest film, Marty Supreme. But behind the flashbulbs, insiders are whispering that Kylie’s appearance may be part of a bigger Hollywood game plan.
Sources close to the pair tell Variety that friends fear Kylie, 26, might be getting caught up in Timothée’s Oscar campaign strategy. “Kylie and Timothée never officially split, but he was definitely keeping her at a distance for a while,” one insider dished. “She had a hard time with his absence during filming in Budapest, and he found her neediness challenging. But she stuck it out.”
According to the source, Chalamet, 27, knows exactly what he’s doing. “Timothée’s still very attracted to Kylie, but he’s media-savvy. Having her on his arm guarantees headlines, which is crucial as he gears up for another Oscar push. The plan seems to be selective appearances at high-profile events to make a splash—and Kylie’s all in. But many in her circle think she’s being played for PR.”
The couple’s coordinated fashion moment only fueled the chatter. Wearing matching bright orange looks, they posed arm-in-arm as photographers went wild. Kylie, ever the beauty mogul, leaned into the spotlight, while momager Kris Jenner backed her daughter’s beau by posting a selfie in a Marty Supreme hoodie.
“The matching outfits were actually Kylie’s idea,” the insider added. “She told Timothée it would create buzz, and it worked. They both loved the attention—and it definitely silenced the breakup rumors.”
Since making their public debut at the 2023 US Open, Kylie and Timothée have been notoriously private, stepping out only for major award shows or red carpet premieres. Kylie’s said before, “I believe in keeping some things private,” but fans noticed a long period of radio silence between the two earlier this year.
When asked recently about his relationship, Chalamet’s curt response—“I have nothing to say about that”—only intensified speculation.
Friends say Kylie remains “smitten” despite the whispers. “She really believes in him and their connection,” the source shared. “But others aren’t so sure. The jury’s still out on whether he’s in this for love—or the limelight.”
