Timothée Chalamet is proving once again that he’s not just an Oscar-nominated actor but also a top-tier prankster. While promoting his new Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown across Europe, the 29-year-old actor pulled off a comedic stunt that left fans equal parts confused and delighted.
Picture this: Paris, January 15. The red carpet is buzzing, cameras are flashing, and Timmy is doing his usual “I’m effortlessly cool” thing. Then, amidst the sea of screaming fans, someone hands him a copy of Troye Sivan’s album Something to Give Each Other. Instead of politely saying, “Uh, wrong guy,” Timothée whips out a Sharpie and signs it—wait for it—as Troye Sivan. Yes, really. Not “Best wishes, Timothée” or “Enjoy the vibes,” but full-on “Troye Sivan.”
Naturally, the moment was immortalized on Instagram because if it’s not on the ’gram, did it even happen? The internet quickly exploded with reactions ranging from “Is this performance art?” to “Timmy really is Troye in a wig.”
This isn’t Timothée’s first brush with Sivan shenanigans. Back in 2023, he hilariously impersonated the singer during an SNL skit that was so spot-on it had Troye himself fangirling. How much did Troye love it? Enough to make a picture from the skit his profile pic. So really, Timothée signing as Troye is just the next logical step in this bromance-slash-meme.
And for those wondering if Timothée’s acting career is taking a backseat to his comedy routine, fear not! He’s been hustling hard for A Complete Unknown. On Friday, January 17, Timothée was spotted in Rome at a fancy photocall with co-stars Edward Norton, Monica Barabo, and director James Mangold. Naturally, he also took a moment to live his best paparazzi life by hopping behind the camera because, of course, he did.
With Timothée set to host SNL again later this month, it’s safe to say we’ll get more Troye antics soon. Until then, we’re all just waiting for him to sign a fan’s Harry Styles album next.
