NEED TO KNOW
- Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet started dating in 2023.
- They rarely speak about one another in public and remain relatively private about their relationship.
- The couple have attended awards shows like the Golden Globes and Oscars together.
When Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet were first linked in early 2023, the pairing caught nearly everyone off guard.
She was a reality-TV fixture navigating life after a long, complicated relationship. He was an Oscar-nominated actor known for keeping his private life tightly guarded.
Yet, what began as a surprising rumour quickly evolved into one of the most closely watched celebrity relationships in recent years.
Despite intense public scrutiny, Jenner and Chalamet have spent the last three years building their relationship largely out of the spotlight.
From low-key dates and carefully timed public appearances to awards-season support and growing family ties, their romance has steadily deepened.
While neither has rushed to define their future publicly, their actions, and occasional rare comments *Cough* Critics Choice Awards 2026 *Cough* have us all obsessed.
Here’s a detailed look at how Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet’s relationship unfolded, month by month:
January 2023
At the start of 2023, Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott officially ended their on-again, off-again relationship.
Though they chose separate holiday plans, sources insisted that they remained committed co-parents to their children, Stormi and Aire.
Shortly afterward, Jenner would be linked to someone entirely unexpected: actor Timothée Chalamet.
February- March 2023
Footage surfaced of the Kylie and Timothée laughing together at a Jean Paul Gaultier show during Paris Fashion Week.
This was allegedly their first meeting, and gossip account DeuxMoi later shared a video of them giggling together, and rumours started circulating that they were more than friends.
April 2023
In April, gossip account DeuxMoi labeled Jenner and Chalamet a “NEW COUPLE ALERT,” igniting mainstream attention.
Paparazzi sightings soon followed, including Jenner’s car outside Chalamet’s home and reports of low-key outings.
Sources told People that the pair were “hanging out and getting to know each other,” stressing that things were casual.
May 2023
By May, insiders continued to downplay the seriousness of the relationship.
One source said they were “casually seeing each other but are trying to keep it low-key.” Jenner, according to those close to her, was enjoying something new after years of emotional back-and-forth with Scott.
Meanwhile, the rapper was reportedly “not thrilled,” though focused on co-parenting.
June- July 2023
The couple was spotted more frequently in public, including casual daytime outings.
Sources described Chalamet as respectful, funny, and different from Jenner’s previous partners.
August 2023
Despite breakup rumours, multiple outlets confirmed Jenner and Chalamet were still seeing each other.
One insider explained they were busy but remained in touch regularly, describing the relationship as relaxed and undefined.
They were said to enjoy each other’s company without labeling things too quickly.
September 2023
September marked a turning point. Jenner and Chalamet made their first clear public appearance at Beyoncé’s concert, where they were filmed kissing.
Days later, they attended New York Fashion Week events together and were later seen at the US Open.
A source said Jenner felt confident going public because she was secure in the relationship and felt she could be herself.
October- November 2023
Chalamet subtly addressed the attention surrounding his private life in a GQ interview, acknowledging the contradiction between fame and privacy.
GQ’s reporter Daniel Riley joked during the interview that “if he really wanted to be left alone he might not spend time with one of the four most followed people on Instagram.”
Chalamet agreed and replied: “This reminds me of that recent South Park episode with the Worldwide Privacy Tour [which was a parody of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry,] and had their characters travelling around the world, demanding privacy. Sometimes, people are going to be hella confused when you say you’re trying to live a private life.”
The couple continued attending high-profile events together, including the WSJ Innovator Awards.
December 2023
By December, the relationship had clearly deepened.
A People source confirmed Jenner was calling Chalamet her boyfriend and described her as “incredibly happy.”
January 2024
The pair attended the Golden Globes together, sitting side-by-side and sharing affectionate moments.
Sources described them as “super serious,” noting strong family support on both sides.
The source said: “On Kylie’s side, Kris [Jenner] and Kim [Kardashian] are especially supportive and think there’s so much potential.”
On Chalamet’s side, “his family also sees how happy she makes him. They’re definitely beyond the ‘just having fun’ point of the relationship. Everyone on both sides sees definite potential for something real here.”
January 2024
US Weekly reported that Chalamet has met Jenner’s children, then-5-year-old Stormi and 23-month-old Aire casually.
“Timothée has met them in group situations where there were other family members or friends around. It hasn’t been anything where it’s just Kylie, Timothée, and the kids in an intimate setting.”
March 2024
Jenner briefly addressed fan theories that dating Chalamet changed her style in an interview with The New York Times.
“I don’t know how I feel about that,” she responded. “I just don’t want to talk about personal things.” She avoided discussing him otherwise.
August 2024
The Kardashians star enjoyed a trip to the Bahamas with Chalamet and a “small group of close friends,” according to a source speaking with People.
“It was a nice break for her. She’s incredibly happy with him. She’s never been in love like this before,” the insider continued.
“He’s great for her…Her family loves him, he is so discreet and always has her back, very much a gentleman and everything that Kylie deserves.”
October 2024
Jenner was spotted having a sweet moment with Chalamet’s older sister, Pauline, who attended the Coperni show that Jenner walked in on October 1.
The women were filmed talking and exchanging a hug after the show in Disneyland Paris.
December 2024
Toward the end of 2024, Jenner and Chalamet spent time with her children and celebrated the holidays early together.
A source told Page Six, “They had a really nice dinner together with Kylie’s family, and they drove around to look at Christmas lights. The kids had a really magical time, and Kylie and Timothée made some very special memories together.”
February 2025
On February 16, Jenner joined Chalamet were at the 2025 BAFTA Film Awards at the Royal Festival Hall in London, where Chalamet was nominated for A Complete Unknown.
Though the couple did not walk the red carpet together, they were photographed inside the event, talking to other guests before sitting side-by-side.
Eagle-eyed fans spotted that the pair were wearing matching Panthere Cartier rings.
Chalamet’s was on his right pinky, while Jenner wore hers on her right ring finger.
March 2025
Jenner joined Chalamet inside the Oscars on March 2.
The couple kissed and sat together during the ceremony.
April 2025
Jenner and Chalamet attended the first weekend of Coachella together and were seen kissing all over the festival grounds.
On April 15, a source told Entertainment Tonight that the couple “spend[s] as much time as possible together. They try to do sweet things for each other, both small and big, and are both very thoughtful.”
May 2025
Designer Haider Ackermann shared a photo on Instagram in which he is FaceTiming with the couple as they got ready for the 70th David di Donatello Awards in Rome.
In the screenshot, Jenner appears to be running a lint roller across Chalamet’s suit, a black velvet ensemble by Tom Ford.
Ackermann captioned the post, “TEAMWORK – Miss K, you’re hired!! I Rome May 7th. BROTHER elegantly in TOM FORD receiving the 70th David Di Donatello Award. PROUD AS ALWAYS.”
November 2025
In an interview with Vogue, Chalamet commented on his relationship by not commenting about it. “And I don’t say that with any fear, I just don’t have anything to say,” he told the magazine.
He did discuss both marriage and children, starting with noting the relationship status of his Dune co-stars, saying, “Zendaya is engaged. Anya [Tayor-Joy] is married.”
He also claimed that “procreation is the reason we’re here,” per Vogue.
The actor said he watched an interview with a friend where a childfree person was “bragging about not having kids and how much time it afforded them to do other stuff.” He said their reaction was “like, holy shit. Oh my God. Bleak.”
Which he joked meant that fatherhood “could be on the radar.”
December 2025
The couple attended the Los Angeles premiere of Chalamet’s new film, Marty Supreme in custom matching orange Chrome Hearts looks.
Chalamet wore a leather suit, Timberland boots, and Jenner wore a long gown with side cutouts, a plunging neckline, and pumps.
January 2026
At the Critics Choice Awards, Chalamet delivered his most public declaration yet, thanking Jenner during his acceptance speech:
“And lastly, I’ll just say 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.”
Jenner appeared to mouth “I love you” back- marking a rare, emotional confirmation of a relationship that had largely unfolded away from the spotlight.
That truly put the rumours to rest- we are obsessed with them!
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