Hollywood is buzzing as Timothée Chalamet gears up for a potential historic win at the upcoming Oscars, and he’ll have girlfriend Kylie Jenner cheering him on.
Fans are wondering if the so-called “Kardashian curse”—the theory that the family brings bad luck to the men they date—will finally be broken.
After missing out on the 2025 Best Actor award for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown, some blamed Kylie’s presence on the red carpet.
Yet this year, Timothée has been on a winning streak, racking up awards for his performance in Marty Supreme.
With his Best Actor nomination confirmed alongside heavyweights like Leonardo DiCaprio, the odds look promising for the 30-year-old actor.
The Curse Debate: Myth or Reality?
Kylie herself addressed the “curse” on an earlier episode of their reality show, explaining that it supposedly affects any male who dates a Kardashian: “Their life kind of just goes downhill after that.”
Despite this, she clarified that it’s not the family casting bad luck—rather, the overwhelming spotlight that comes with being involved with them can be hard to handle.
Fans were vocal last year when Timothée didn’t win, some joking that his Oscars loss was “blamed on bringing Kylie.”
Comments flooded social media: “He goin’ home empty-handed,” and “Don’t bring Kylie—she’s got the Kardashian curse!”
This year, however, with multiple accolades under his belt from the Golden Globes and Critics Choice Awards, optimism is high that he might finally break the supposed jinx.
A Couple in the Spotlight
Since going public in 2023, Timothée and Kylie have been inseparable during awards season.
From sharing PDA moments to Instagram announcements, the couple has embraced the spotlight together.
At the 2026 Critics Choice Awards, Timothée publicly declared his love on stage, and their social media chemistry has fans swooning.
Past Cases Fuel the Curse Narrative
The “curse” theory gained traction due to the struggles of past Kardashian partners.
Travis Scott, who dated Kylie from 2017 to 2022 and shares two children with her, faced public scrutiny following the tragic Astroworld Festival in 2021.
While the disaster was unrelated to Kylie, online chatter linked his misfortune to the family.
Kanye West’s tumultuous marriage to Kim Kardashian is another infamous example.
Following their 2021 split, Kanye’s mental health challenges, public controversies, and financial losses fueled the narrative of a Kardashian-induced curse.
Kim’s next partner, Pete Davidson, also faced harassment and mental health challenges while dating her, reinforcing the theory for some fans.
Other high-profile cases include Kris Humphries, whose 72-day marriage to Kim affected his public image, and NFL star Reggie Bush, who seemed to lose momentum after dating her.
Khloé Kardashian’s relationships, including with Lamar Odom and Tristan Thompson, were also riddled with drama, infidelity, and career struggles for the men involved.
Even Kourtney Kardashian and Kendall Jenner have been linked to similar narratives with Scott Disick and Devin Booker, respectively, fueling speculation about a pattern.
The Kardashian-Jenners Push Back
Despite the buzz, the family has consistently pushed back against the “curse” rumors.
Last month, Kim emphasized that men are responsible for their own choices and outcomes: “There’s such a fixation on what happened to the men as if there’s no accountability on their part…
Someone that doesn’t take accountability is my biggest pet peeve and my biggest red flag.”
Kylie also insists it’s not about bringing bad luck: “They come and can’t handle it,” she said, highlighting the pressure of dating someone in the Kardashian-Jenner orbit.
Can Timothée Break the Spell?
With a strong awards season behind him and Kylie at his side, Timothée may finally prove that the Kardashian curse is just a myth.
After previous Oscar nominations in 2018 for Call Me By Your Name, this could be the year third time’s the charm.
Fans are watching closely, hoping the talented actor’s streak of luck continues—without any curses interfering.
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