Timothée Chalamet has earned his stripes as a die-hard New York Knicks fan. The Knicks clinched their first NBA championship since 1973, defeating the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 with a nail-biting 94-90 victory. Among the sea of Hollywood A-listers and music moguls regularly seen at the games, Chalamet stood out as a constant presence, choosing courtside excitement over glitzy events like the Met Gala.
His dedication didn't go unnoticed. The "Dune" actor was caught in the moment, celebrating the monumental win alongside the team. "I'm not an athlete. Now I’m good. I don’t deserve it," he joked in a viral video as players doused him in champagne.
“Timothée Chalamet celebrating harder than half the roster bro collected a championship without playing a single minute,” remarked one fan on social media.
The internet buzzed with reactions to Chalamet's locker room antics. Fans loved seeing the Oscar-nominated star revel in the victory, despite not playing on the court. "Oh, he’s an honorary team member now lol," one fan quipped. Others noted his long-standing support for the team, celebrating his moment in the spotlight.
"He’s living his best life," another chimed in, acknowledging the actor's genuine joy. "Timothée was really out for the Knicks. He was a committed and loyal fan," another fan added, highlighting his unwavering support.
As the Knicks basked in their glory, it was clear that Chalamet had become an honorary part of the team. His enthusiasm and dedication to the Knicks were undeniable, and fans loved every minute of his celebratory antics.
In the end, Chalamet's genuine passion for the game and the team added an extra layer of excitement to the Knicks' historic win, cementing his place as the team's unofficial MVP.