Why Timothée Chalamet didn’t attend the Met Gala with girlfriend Kylie Jenner

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6 May 2026 • 12:13 AM MYT
The Independent
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Why Timothée Chalamet didn’t attend the Met Gala with girlfriend Kylie Jenner

  • Timothée Chalamet attended a New York Knicks playoff game at Madison Square Garden instead of joining his girlfriend, Kylie Jenner, at the Met Gala.
  • This marks the second consecutive year Chalamet has prioritised a Knicks game over the Met Gala, with Jenner attending the fashion event solo both times.
  • Chalamet previously said that the Knicks' playoff run last year was the “most fun period of my life”, indicating his strong dedication to the team.
  • The actor's decision could lead to criticism, especially as Jenner has supported him at numerous events throughout the past year.
  • Fellow Knicks superfan Spike Lee also faced a similar dilemma last year, receiving backlash for attending the Met Gala instead of a key Knicks game.

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