Chalamet

Chalamet is a surname of French origin. In contemporary usage, it is most widely associated with the American actor Timothée Chalamet, who has become a prominent figure in film and television.

Timothée Chalamet (born 1995 in New York City) emerged as a leading actor in the late 2010s and has since worked across independent dramas and mainstream features. His breakout came with Call Me by Your Name (2017), for which he earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. He subsequently appeared in Greta Gerwig’s Lady Bird (2017) and Little Women (2019), as well as the biographical drama Beautiful Boy (2018). He starred in the science fiction epic Dune (2021) and its planned sequels, showcasing a range that includes intimate character studies and large-scale genre cinema.

Chalamet’s performances have received multiple nominations from major awards bodies, including the Academy Awards, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, the Golden Globes, and the Screen Actors Guild. He is noted for his commitment to diverse roles, distinctive screen presence, and choice of projects that blend commercial appeal with artistic ambition. Beyond acting, the name Chalamet is of French origin and is carried by individuals in various fields, though Timothée remains the most widely recognized contemporary bearer. The surname is commonly associated with French heritage and has gained international recognition primarily through his work in film.