Alright Timothée Chalamet fans the big question has been hanging in the air: Did he finally win an Oscar? After his buzz-worthy performance as Bob Dylan in "A Complete Unknown" everyone was wondering if this would be his golden year. Well the 2025 Oscars are over and we have got the answer plus all the details on how it all went down.
The Envelope Please... And the Best Actor Oscar Goes To... Not Timothée Chalamet This Time!
So the moment everyone was waiting for arrived at the 97th Academy Awards. The Best Actor category was announced and the winner was... Adrien Brody for "The Brutalist". Yep you read that right Timothée Chalamet did not take home the Oscar this year. It went to Brody for his performance as an architect in Brady Corbet's film.
Now before you start feeling too bummed for Timmy let's be clear it is not like he lost to just anyone. Adrien Brody is no stranger to Oscar glory. He actually won Best Actor way back in 2003 for "The Pianist" making him the youngest winner ever in that category at the time. Chalamet being nominated was hoping to break Brody's own record but it was not to be this year. Brody's performance in "The Brutalist" was clearly powerful and the Academy recognized it.
Gracious in Defeat: Timothée Chalamet's Classy Reaction to Adrien Brody's Win
Even though he did not win Timothée Chalamet's reaction was seriously awesome. Forget any dramatic loser faces. Videos from the event show Chalamet clapping and smiling as Brody's name was announced. He turned to his girlfriend Kylie Jenner and gave her a kiss. He also hugged his mom Nicole Flender who was sitting next to him. Total class act move right?
But it gets even better. After Brody's acceptance speech Chalamet actually went up to congratulate him. Footage shows Timothée hugging Brody who still had his new Oscar in hand. Brody put his arm around Chalamet and they chatted for a moment on the Dolby Theatre stage. It was a really nice moment of respect and camaraderie between the two actors.
"A Complete Unknown" Oscar Run: 8 Nominations and Chalamet's Intense Dylan Transformation
Even though Timothée Chalamet did not win Best Actor "A Complete Unknown" was still a big player at the Oscars. The movie snagged a total of eight nominations showing it was definitely a film the Academy respected. Chalamet's performance as Bob Dylan was clearly a standout even if it did not get him the win this time.
To get into character for Dylan Chalamet went all in. He learned to play guitar researched Dylan's Minnesota roots and even gained weight to match the folk singer's physique. He also reportedly isolated himself during filming to really focus on the role. That is dedication.
Interestingly Chalamet joked about his award show losing streak when he hosted SNL earlier this year. He even played a clip of his disappointed faces when losing nominations. It is clear he has got a good sense of humor about the whole awards season rollercoaster.
Adrien Brody's Winning Speech: Gratitude and a Powerful Message on Art and Humanity
So what did Adrien Brody say in his winning speech? It was pretty moving. He talked about how fragile acting as a profession can be even though it looks glamorous. He emphasized gratitude for still being able to do the work he loves. Brody also said winning an Oscar is not just a destination but a chance to begin again and to take on even more meaningful roles.
He connected his roles in "The Pianist" and "The Brutalist" both characters dealing with the impact of war and oppression. Brody ended his speech with a call for a "healthier happier and more inclusive world" and a reminder to learn from the past and not let hate win. It was a thoughtful and powerful acceptance speech.
Who Else Was in the Running? A Look at the 2025 Best Actor Nominees
The Best Actor category in 2025 was stacked with talent. Besides Chalamet and Brody the other nominees were:
- Ralph Fiennes for "Conclave"
- Colman Domingo for "Sing Sing"
- Sebastian Stan for "The Apprentice"
It was a seriously competitive group of actors and performances making Brody's win even more significant. And hey Timothée Chalamet was in excellent company.
Timothée Chalamet's Oscar Journey: Still a Rising Star and Plenty of Time for Gold
So no Oscar win for Timothée Chalamet in 2025. But let's not forget this is only his second nomination. He is still super young in Hollywood years and has already proven himself to be one of the most talented and sought-after actors of his generation. He even won a SAG Award for "A Complete Unknown" earlier in awards season proving his peers recognized his work.
Chalamet is clearly ambitious and driven. He has said he wants to be "one of the greats" and is inspired by acting legends. This Oscar loss is definitely not the end of his story. He has got a long and bright career ahead of him and there will surely be more Oscar nominations and maybe even wins in his future. He handled this loss with grace and that is just another reason to root for Timothée Chalamet.