- Kylie Jenner supported boyfriend Timothée Chalamet at the Palm Springs International Film Festival’s film awards gala on Jan. 3.
- Chalamet accepted the event’s Spotlight Award for his work in Josh Safdie’s Marty Supreme.
- Jenner wore a plunging orange gown and cheered for her partner from the audience.
- In his acceptance speech, Chalamet praised director Josh Safdie as “a genius.”
Kylie Jenner’s Support at Palm Springs Film Festival
On January 3, 2026, model and entrepreneur Kylie Jenner attended the star-studded Palm Springs International Film Festival’s film awards gala. The event took place just a week after Chalamet, her boyfriend, celebrated his 30th birthday. Jenner wore a striking Marty Supreme Orange gown and cheered for her partner as he accepted the Spotlight Award.
Timothée Chalamet’s Acceptance Speech
During his acceptance speech, Timothée Chalamet expressed his gratitude to director Josh Safdie, calling him “a genius.” He stated, “This man’s a true artist … really, this man to my right here is an embodiment of what we all celebrate.” His heartfelt appreciation continued, emphasizing the importance of artistic integrity in his career. Chalamet further highlighted that Safdie was “endless, passionate, suspicious of the way things go,” and added, “Josh is the embodiment of the artist I’m striving every day to become: endless, passionate, suspicious of the way things go.”
Jenner’s Support and Marty Supreme’s Success
The event also recognized Chalamet for his role in Marty Supreme. The movie’s cast included notable actors such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Odessa A’zion, Kevin O’Leary, Tyler Okonma (a.k.a. Tyler the Creator), Abel Ferrara and Fran Drescher.
According to Festival Chairman Nachhattar Singh Chandi, “Within a dynamic struggle for glory, Chalamet’s portrayal of Marty Mauser transforms this narrative into a deeply human story of ambition and longing. This is one of his finest roles to date—and one of the best standout performances of the year, sure to be celebrated throughout the awards season.”
Following the Palm Springs International Film Festival, Chalamet remains a contender for the upcoming Critics Choice Awards on January 4 and the Golden Globe Awards on January 11. His performance in Marty Supreme has garnered significant attention and praise from industry insiders.