Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet have officially gone public with their relationship — more than two years since they started dating.
They initially circulated as being involved romantically.
While certain fans anticipated that the pair might appear jointly at the Met Gala on May 5, Kimothée had different intentions. In Chalamet’s scenario, these plans entailed tuning into the Knicks game instead. The two opted to wait for their joint appearance on the red carpet until May 7, where they made an entrance as a couple during the David Di Donatello awards held in Rome, Italy.
Although this might have been their debut on the red carpet, Jenner and Chalamet haven’t hesitated to make appearances at various events since becoming a pair in 2023. Throughout this year’s awards season, the couple frequently displayed affection publicly, particularly during celebrations of Chalamet’s numerous nominations for portraying Bob Dylan.
A Complete Unknown
The Khy founder remained beside him.
Golden Globes in January
and the
Oscars in March
However, for these occasions, she deliberately avoided walking the red carpet.
On this occasion, Jenner and Chalamet confidently walked the red carpet. Their ensemble of coordinating black attire and endearing grins indicated they were impeccably matched. Body language specialist Patti Wood noted that this debut as a pair at a step-and-repeat event held significant insight into their relationship dynamics.
Here’s an in-depth body language analysis of Jenner and Chalamet’s red carpet debut, including their sexy handhold and “impish smiles.”
They Were Set Up Nicely
This could be Jenner and Chalamet’s inaugural walk down the red carpet as a pair, yet the duo had evidently mastered their poses beforehand. According to Wood, multiple photos from the evening show them being quite theatrical with their postures, which made interpreting their body language somewhat challenging.
They Were Genuinely Smiling
Despite their “highly posed” photos, some snapshots were more revealing. In one picture from the carpet, Jenner and Chalamet had “genuine smiles” on their faces.
“There is an interesting contrast in this specific photograph. Both individuals wore genuine, wide smiles that conveyed true emotions. However, their body postures seemed somewhat staged. Below the neckline, they appeared tense,” Wood explains. For instance, Chalamet’s hand was “rigid and stiff” inside his pocket. Had he been at ease, his hand probably would have appeared more relaxed.
According to Wood, this indicates that the couple had a “desire to look perfectly pulled together.” She adds, “They wanted it very clear that they’re happy together, but they also seemed to be a little self-conscious.”
She Showed Some Tension
Wood notes that while the couple was walking together, Chalamet had a “relaxed smile.” “He was at ease here, but she showed more tension,” she says. (Reminder: They were at an award ceremony for films, so Chalamet feeling more at home there only makes sense.)
Wood mentions, “She kept her arms close to her torso.” Such positioning might indicate anxiety; however, there is an alternative explanation. He adds, “The weather conditions may have led to more constricted body movements.” The evening in question saw temperatures in Rome ranging from the mid-50s to low 60s, which suggests that Jenner possibly felt chilly without a jacket for this picture.
He Led The Way
As they neared the rug, Jenner held herself with her shoulders squared and spine rigidly erect. “She had stiffness throughout her body,” Wood observes. “Everything was taut and drawn backward, indicating to me that she aimed for flawlessness.”
On the contrary, Chalamet appeared more confident. Wood points out that in the photograph, his front foot was raised. “This stance represents a galloping pose, symbolizing assurance and vigor.”
This photograph has a gentle sweetness to it: the manner in which the couple clasped hands. “The grip was truly delightful since he deliberately included her in his galloping stance. It conveyed to me, ‘Let’s face this together.'”
In candid shots taken during the evening out, the pair appeared more at ease with each other. “The way she shrugged her shoulders here came across as lighthearted,” Wood remarks. “It looked like both were really into it. Notice how gentle their facial features appear. They wore nearly childish looks coupled with mischievous grins.”
What caught my attention in this picture was how they clasped hands. “One of their most sensual grips I’ve observed,” states Wood. “Their raised palms touching and interlocked fingers created an equal partnership—no sign of either individual exerting dominance.”
Here’s hoping for an abundance of “real smiles” and charming pictures in Kimothée’s upcoming days.