Timothée Chalamet
Timothée Chalamet is one of the most recognized American Actors of the Millennial generation.
Timothée Hal Chalamet (born December 27, 1995) is an American actor. He began his career in television, appearing in the series Homeland. In 2014, he made his film debut in Men, Women & Children and appeared in Interstellar. In 2017, he had a leading role in Call Me by Your Name. He later appeared in Lady Bird (2017), Beautiful Boy (2018), and Little Women (2019). He has since taken on leading roles in Dune (2021–2026) and Wonka (2023), and appeared in A Complete Unknown (2024) and Marty Supreme (2025).
"His starring role in Luca Guadagnino’s Call Me by Your Name (2017) was a pivotal moment, earning him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor and solidifying his status as a leading man." — About Timothée Chalamet
| Metric | Timothée Chalamet | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 30 | 53 | -23 yrs |
| Career length | 12 yrs | ~35 yrs | -23 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Timothée Chalamet
Did you know that Timothée Chalamet once performed as a rapper named 'Lil Timmy Tim' during his high school talent show, even creating a statistical report on his basketball coach for a project?
- He attended LaGuardia High School, the inspiration for Fame, where he was known for his rap alter ego 'Lil Timmy Tim'.
- His mother was a Broadway dancer and his father is a French editor for UNICEF, giving him a diverse cultural upbringing.
- He is fluent in French, spending summers with his paternal grandparents in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon, France.
- Before acting, he considered a career in sports journalism, having been a keen basketball player in high school.
- His first major screen appearance was in a financial planning commercial, years before his role in Homeland.
His starring role in Luca Guadagnino’s Call Me by Your Name (2017) was a pivotal moment, earning him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor and solidifying his status as a leading man. This critically acclaimed performance launched him into global recognition, showcasing his profound emotional range and screen presence.
Timothée Chalamet is quickly becoming a defining actor of his generation, known for bringing nuanced vulnerability and intense emotional depth to complex roles. He has redefined the archetype of a young leading man, captivating audiences with his distinctive screen presence and diverse filmography.
