Chalamet's Oscar Loss Fuels Curse Talk

Timothee Chalamet has become the subject of widespread internet mockery following his failure to win the Best Actor Oscar on Sunday night. His three-year romance with Kylie Jenner has fueled speculation on social media, with many claiming he has fallen victim to the 'Kardashian Curse.' This supposed curse suggests that men dating members of the Kardashian-Jenner family often experience personal or professional misfortune.

On the night of the awards ceremony, Chalamet, who had been widely tipped to win for his role in 'Marty Supreme,' was instead subjected to jokes. His earlier controversial comments in an interview, stating that 'no one cares about' opera and ballet anymore, were also brought up as a potential reason for his Oscar odds being slashed.

Social media users shared images of a dejected-looking Chalamet, with many writing that his expression indicated he realized the 'Kardashian Curse' was real and that he 'wants to go home and cry.' Some users countered the curse theory, labeling it misogynistic and arguing that a man's career shortcomings are not inherently tied to dating the Kardashian family.

The 'Kardashian Curse' is defined by X's AI tool Grok as an internet meme positing that men dating the family often face career slumps or personal rough patches. Examples cited include Kanye West's public meltdowns, Travis Scott's issues with Kylie Jenner, and Lamar Odom's troubles.

During the Oscars, Chalamet was also roasted by host Conan O'Brien, who joked about security concerns from the opera and ballet communities in response to Chalamet's remarks. The actor also had to witness a ballet performance by Misty Copeland on stage, who had previously spoken out against his dismissive comments about the arts.