> At a Glance
> – Timothée Chalamet, 30, won the 2026 Critics Choice Award for Best Actor
> – He publicly thanked girlfriend Kylie Jenner, 28, calling her “our foundation”
> – The couple shared a kiss on camera when his win was announced
> – Why it matters: Rare PDA from the ultra-private pair spotlights their three-year relationship
**Timothée Chalamet turned his 2026 Critics Choice victory into a love letter, giving Kylie Jenner an on-air shout-out that lit up social media.
The Big Win
Chalamet claimed Best Actor for Marty Supreme, the Safdie-directed drama about a 1950s table-tennis phenom. He beat Leonardo DiCaprio, Joel Edgerton, Ethan Hawke, Michael B. Jordan and Wagner Moura.
After thanking cast and crew, he ended with:
> “Thank you to my partner of three years. Thank you for our foundation.”
Cameras cut to Jenner mouthing “I love you” from her seat.
Campaign Mode
The actor went all-in on promotion, citing his character’s drive:
> “It’s a movie about the pursuit of a dream. I’m leaving it on the field.”
He cited merch drops, Zoom panels and wall-to-wall press as part of the push.
| Critics Choice History | Year | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Call Me by Your Name | 2018 | Best Actor | Nominated |
| Beautiful Boy | 2019 | Supporting Actor | Nominated |
| A Complete Unknown | 2025 | Best Actor | Nominated |
| Marty Supreme | 2026 | Best Actor | Won |
Key Takeaways
- Fourth nomination finally landed him the trophy
- Public thank-you marks a rare break from the couple’s low-key stance
- Film’s awards-season momentum continues ahead of the Oscars
Chalamet’s blend of trophy-kiss charm and hustle paid off-both on-screen and onstage.
