Timothée Chalamet Declares Love for Kylie Jenner in 2026 Speech

Timothée Chalamet thanks Kylie Jenner during emotional Critics Choice win

Actor Timothée Chalamet made one of the most talked-about moments of the night at the Critics Choice Awards 2026, and it had nothing to do with the trophy alone.

After winning Best Actor for his role in Marty Supreme**, Chalamet surprised the audience by ending his acceptance speech with a heartfelt message for his girlfriend, Kylie Jenner.

Image: Critics Choice Awards 2026

The actor appeared slightly nervous as he began his speech, taking a moment to acknowledge his fellow nominees, including Michael B. Jordan, Leonardo DiCaprio, Ethan Hawke, Joel Edgerton, and Wagner Moura. But it was his closing words that truly stood out.

Image: Critics Choice Awards 2026

“Lastly, I would like to say thank you to my partner of three years,” Chalamet said from the stage. “Thank you for our foundation. I love you. I couldn’t do this without you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

Timothée Chalamet thanks Kylie Jenner after winning Best Actor at the #CriticsChoiceAwards:

"Thank you to my partner of three years. Thank you for our foundation. I love you. I couldn't do this without you." pic.twitter.com/jw38LVNOkl

— Variety (@Variety) January 5, 2026

Timothée Chalamet thanks Kylie Jenner during his acceptance speech at the #CriticsChoiceAwards:

“Thank you to my partner of three years. Thank you for our foundation. I love you. I couldn’t do this without you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.” pic.twitter.com/1yxm1430q1

— Pop Base (@PopBase) January 5, 2026

As the camera shifted to the audience, Jenner was visibly emotional, smiling with her hands clasped under her chin. She quietly mouthed “I love you” back to him, drawing applause from the room.

A stylish night for the couple

Image: Critics Choice Awards 2026

Jenner accompanied Chalamet to the ceremony, wearing a fitted black gown with lace detailing, while the actor opted for a pinstripe suit paired with a colorful tie. It marked a major milestone for Chalamet, as this was his first Critics Choice Award win after four previous nominations.

Image: Critics Choice Awards 2026

The couple has gradually become more open about their relationship in recent months. Over the weekend, Jenner supported Chalamet at the Palm Springs International Film Festival, where he also picked up the Spotlight Actor of the Year award.

Following the event, Jenner shared photos of herself in an orange sequined Ludovic de Saint Sernin gown on Instagram. Chalamet “liked” the post and left multiple orange heart emojis — the first time he has ever publicly commented on one of her posts.

Approval from the Jenner family

Chalamet also appears to have earned approval from Jenner’s mother, Kris Jenner. In late December, Kris posted a photo of a red-and-white Marty Supreme jacket on Instagram Stories, calling the film “the greatest movie ever” and tagging Chalamet.

Image: Critics Choice Awards 2026

The actor was also included in the Kardashian-Jenner family’s Christmas celebrations for the first time this year. His name even appeared iced onto the family’s gingerbread house alongside other relatives.

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PDA-filled weekend

The couple didn’t shy away from showing affection during their busy awards weekend. At the Palm Springs International Film Awards on January 3, Jenner and Chalamet were photographed sitting closely together, holding hands, and sharing kisses backstage.

At the Critics Choice Awards in Santa Monica the following night, Chalamet kissed Jenner moments before heading onstage to accept his award — and then made sure to thank her publicly once again.

As award season continues, one thing is clear: Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner are no longer keeping their relationship low-key — and fans are paying close attention.