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Timothée Chalamet

Timothée Chalamet is an American and French actor born in New York City on December 27, 1995.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Timothée Chalamet is an American and French actor born in New York City on December 27, 1995. He became widely known for *Call Me by Your Name* and has since starred in major films including *Dune*, *Wonka*, and *A Complete Unknown*.

Early life and background

Timothée Hal Chalamet was born on December 27, 1995, in New York City, New York, U.S. He holds both American and French nationality.

Career

Chalamet began acting as a child, with his first credit in 2007. He gained major attention for his role as Elio Perlman in *Call Me by Your Name* (2017). Subsequently, he starred in films such as *Little Women*, *Dune*, *Wonka*, and *A Complete Unknown*.

Recognition

Chalamet has received Golden Globe wins and multiple Academy Award nominations. His leading films have also achieved broad commercial success. His work has been widely seen in Canada and covered by Canadian entertainment media.

Personal life

Public reporting since 2023 has identified Kylie Jenner as his girlfriend. Relationship status may change over time.

Key facts

  • He first gained major attention for playing Elio Perlman in *Call Me by Your Name* (2017).
  • He has received major awards and nominations, including Golden Globe and Academy Award recognition.
  • His filmography includes both independent films and large-scale studio productions.
  • He holds both American and French nationality.
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Canadian context

Chalamet has appeared in internationally released films widely seen in Canada, and his work has been covered extensively by Canadian entertainment media and audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Timothée Chalamet?
Timothée Chalamet is an American and French actor known for films such as *Call Me by Your Name*, *Dune*, *Wonka*, and *A Complete Unknown*.
How old is Timothée Chalamet?
He was born on December 27, 1995, so he is 30 years old.
Who is Timothée Chalamet dating?
Public reporting in 2023 identified Kylie Jenner as his girlfriend; current relationship status is not always independently verifiable and may change.
What movies has Timothée Chalamet been in?
His films include *Men, Women & Children*, *Interstellar*, *Call Me by Your Name*, *Lady Bird*, *Beautiful Boy*, *Little Women*, *Dune*, *Wonka*, and *A Complete Unknown*.
How tall is Timothée Chalamet?
He is listed as 1.78 m tall, or 5 ft 10 in.
What is Timothée Chalamet's net worth?
An exact, reliably sourced net worth is not established in the provided results; published estimates vary by outlet.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timoth%C3%A9e_Chalamet
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, and overview of career and recognition.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Timothee-Chalamet
    Supports: Birth date and place, career overview, awards and nominations.
  3. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/actors/timothee-chalamet
    Supports: Age, birth date, early career, and selected films.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3154303/bio/
    Supports: Height and filmography details.
  5. Gala — https://www.gala.fr/stars_et_gotha/timothee-chalamet
    Supports: Relationship reporting with Kylie Jenner.
  6. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/facts/Timothee-Chalamet
    Supports: Height and selected filmography.