Timothee Chalamet Skipped Kylie Jenner’s Met Gala Appearance to Watch Knicks’ 39-Point Blowout Win

Timothée Chalamet reportedly skipped the 2026 Met Gala to attend a crucial New York Knicks playoff game instead.

Timothee Chalamet Skipped Kylie Jenner’s Met Gala Appearance to Watch Knicks’ 39-Point Blowout Win

Timothee Chalamet and Kylie Jenner (Image credits - Firstsportz)

In Short
  • Timothee Chalamet skipped the Met Gala to attend the Knicks' playoff game against the 76ers.
  • The Knicks won decisively with a score of 137-98 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinal.
  • Chalamet's choice to prioritize basketball over fashion has garnered positive reactions from fans on social media.

Timothee Chalamet has professed his love for the New York Knicks more often than not. An avid follower of the Knicks and often seen courtside during their games, Chalamet reportedly skipped the Met Gala to attend Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinal between the Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers.

While his partner, Kylie Jenner, made her annual Met Gala appearance, the Dune star was seen cheering for his childhood club. It proved to be a good decision as the Knicks put on a show from start to finish as they secured a 137-98 victory over the 76ers at Madison Square Garden on Monday night.

The Hollywood star was last seen at the Met Gala event back in 2021. Hence, many expected that he would be in attendance this year with Jenner. However, his appearance at the MSG showed his love for the franchise.

Timothee Chalamet was regularly seen courtside during the Knicks’ Eastern Conference Final run last year. Recently, he even spoke about attending Carmelo Anthony‘s homecoming game for the Knicks in 2011. He has made multiple appearances on various NBA podcasts, showing his love for the sport.

It was a dominant win for the New York Knicks. They raced off to a 23-point lead at the end of the first half. The 76ers appeared lackluster and were second-best from tip-off. They are coming off an emotionally and physically draining series against the Boston Celtics in the first round. It was a seven-game series that saw the 76ers mount a comeback from 3-1.

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Fans react to Timothee Chalamet skipping the Met Gala for the New York Knicks

Timothee Chalamet and Kylie Jenner have made multiple appearances at the MSG. Everyone loves a loyal franchise follower. And Chalamet showed the NBA world that he is one. His appearance during the game caught several eyeballs, and fans were quick to react to it across social media.

Many praised the actor for choosing basketball over the fashion event. It proved to be worthwhile and fans will be hoping to see the renowned actor in Game 2 as well.

Ben Stiller shows love for the Knicks in Met Gala

While Timothee Chalamet was at the MSG for Game 1, another Hollywood star wasn’t so lucky. Ben Stiller and his wife Christine Taylor decided to skip the Knicks game as they made their first Met Gala appearance in a decade. The actor was delighted to be at the Met Gala but still showed his love for the Knicks.

Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor
Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor (Image credits – Emily/X)

At the red carpet, the couple were seen posing for the cameras. While posing, Stiller predicted that the Knicks would win the series in six games as he put up six fingers for the crowd.

Stiller, alongside Chalamet, is often regarded as a Knicks superfan. After an Eastern Conference Finals run last year, the Knicks will be hoping to do better this year.

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