Timothée Chalamet got swarmed by fans on Thursday night, and no, it wasn’t for a movie premiere.
After the Knicks triumphed in a thrilling 119-81 victory over the Celtics, securing their spot in the Eastern Conference Finals after 25 years, chaos erupted on the streets of NYC with fans pouring out to celebrate the momentous win.
Caught in the madness? Timothée Chalamet himself.
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Timothée Chalamet Mobbed By Knicks Fans In Wild Post-Game Street Party
An incident involving the star of “Dune” captured in a viral clip showed him leaning out of his car window, visibly ecstatic, only to be unexpectedly pulled into what seemed like a hug and a headlock by an enthusiastic fan.
“Timothée Chalamet getting mauled by Knicks fans,” one fan captioned the video.
Despite the unexpected encounter, the actor remained unfazed, fully immersing himself in the jubilant atmosphere of the city. With a beaming smile, he reveled in the celebratory frenzy, matching the wild energy of the occasion.
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Chalamet, Bad Bunny, And Pete Davidson Turn Game 6 Into A Star-Studded Courtside Party
Chalamet wasn’t the only celeb courtside at Madison Square Garden.
He was spotted sitting next to Bad Bunny, while Pete Davidson and girlfriend Elsie Hewitt, who, by the way, are now living together, were also seen cheesing for the cameras.
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Timothée Chalamet And Kylie Jenner Make Their Red Carpet Debut
Off the court, Chalamet’s love life is making just as many headlines.
After months of speculation, Timothée and Kylie Jenner finally confirmed their romance with a stunning red-carpet debut, not at the Met Gala as many predicted, but just two days later at a photocall in Rome for the 70th David Di Donatello Awards at Cinecittà Studios on May 7. Dressed in coordinating black ensembles, the duo looked effortlessly chic and totally smitten.
The two then attended Coachella, which is when a source told PEOPLE that the couple is “very serious.”
“They are making it work,” the insider shared of their busy schedules. “Kylie is truly his biggest fan. She would clear her schedule to attend awards and premieres with him. She couldn’t be more supportive of his career.”
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Timothée And Kylie Are Still Going Strong
Earlier this month, insiders revealed that Chalamet and Jenner are still going strong nearly two years into their relationship, and that part of their success comes down to one thing. Privacy.
A source told Daily Mail that the couple has made a conscious effort to keep their romance away from the cameras, especially when it comes to Jenner’s reality TV empire. “Timothée has drawn a firm line when it comes to Jenner’s reality TV world,” the insider said.
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Timothée And Kylie Eyeing Homes In Milan And Paris Amid Engagement Buzz
According to sources, the “A Complete Unknown” star has been “quietly planning his proposal for a couple of months,” reportedly browsing luxury jewelers in New York and Paris before selecting the perfect custom piece from a high-end Parisian designer.
“The ring, made by the Parisian designer, is incredibly special and will take six weeks to complete,” a source shared. “He’s ready to get engaged and envisions a long, happy future with Kylie.”
Another insider added, “I have never seen him so happy. He has been telling us for a while now how deeply in love he is.”
The couple is also rumored to be eyeing luxury properties in Milan and Paris, fueling speculation that a major life step, or even a European relocation, could be on the horizon.
From potential proposals to nearly getting tackled by Knicks fans, Timothée Chalamet is having one very memorable spring.
