What is Timothée Chalamet's Net Worth and Salary?
Timothée Chalamet is an American actor who has a net worth of $25 million. Widely regarded as one of the most gifted actors of his generation, Timothée Chalamet has earned critical acclaim for his work across both independent films and major studio blockbusters. Over the course of his career, he has received multiple accolades, including two Academy Award nominations for Best Actor, as well as nominations from the BAFTAs, Golden Globes, and Screen Actors Guild Awards.
Chalamet began his career at a young age, appearing in commercials and short films before earning early attention for his role on the Showtime series "Homeland." He made his feature film debut in "Men, Women & Children" and gained wider visibility in Christopher Nolan's "Interstellar." His breakout performance came in 2017 with "Call Me by Your Name," which earned him his first Oscar nomination and cemented his place as a rising star.
He followed that success with standout roles in films like "Lady Bird," "Hostiles," "Hot Summer Nights," and the addiction drama "Beautiful Boy." He also received praise for his stage work in "Prodigal Son," which earned him the Lucille Lortel Award. In recent years, he has taken on leading roles in some of the biggest films of the decade, including the science fiction epic "Dune" and its 2024 sequel, the musical fantasy "Wonka," and the Bob Dylan biopic "A Complete Unknown," which earned him his second Oscar nomination. With a combination of critical depth and box office power, Chalamet has become one of the most sought-after actors in Hollywood.
Early Life
Timothée Hal Chalamet was born on December 27th, 1995, in New York City. He grew up in Hell's Kitchen in a family with Jewish roots. His mother was once a Broadway dancer and was educated at Yale. His father is an editor and correspondent of French heritage. Due to his father's French background, Timothée holds dual French and United States citizenship. At a young age, he was accepted into a special high school for music and art, and he started to develop his creative talents for the first time. This school was home to the children of many celebrities, including Madonna's daughter, Lourdes (whom he dated). During his high school years, Timothée starred in numerous school musicals.
After graduating from high school in 2013, he attended Columbia University and studied cultural anthropology for one year. He then transferred to the Gallatin School of Individualized Study, which allowed him to focus on his blossoming acting career.
Career
Chalamet began his career as a child actor, appearing in a number of commercials. He also developed his acting skills by appearing in a number of short films. His first major TV role was in an episode of "Law & Order." Timothée then appeared in the TV film "Loving Leah" before taking to stage in an Off-Broadway production of "The Talls." By 2012, he had landed recurring roles in series such as "Royal Pains" and "Homeland." The latter series allowed the young Chalamet to rise to greater prominence, and his performances earned him various honors and accolades.
He made his feature film debut in 2014's "Men, Women & Children," then gained wider recognition portraying Matthew McConaughey's son in "Interstellar." This film grossed $675 million globally and helped Chalamet's career significantly. Further roles came with "Worst Friends" and "One & Two." He then wrapped up a busy 2015 with a role in "The Adderall Diaries" and another appearance in "Love the Coopers." Although this period was certainly busy for Timothée, he later revealed that he expected greater levels of success after appearing in "Interstellar." He also revealed that he had auditioned unsuccessfully for a number of major roles during this period in films such as "The Neon Demon" and "White Boy Rick."
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In 2016, he returned to the stage in John Patrick Shanley's "Prodigal Son," earning the Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play and a nomination for a Drama League Award. He also drew praise for his role in "Miss Stevens," further establishing his reputation as a rising talent.
Chalamet's breakout came in 2017 with "Call Me by Your Name," in which he played a lovestruck teenager opposite Armie Hammer. The film was a critical triumph, and his performance earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor, making him the third-youngest nominee in that category's history. That same year, he appeared in "Hot Summer Nights," "Hostiles," and Greta Gerwig's "Lady Bird," expanding his range across genres.
He followed with another acclaimed performance in 2018's "Beautiful Boy," playing a young man battling meth addiction alongside Steve Carell. His work earned nominations from the Golden Globes, BAFTA, and SAG Awards. That year, he also appeared in Woody Allen's "A Rainy Day in New York" but donated his salary to charity amid public backlash surrounding Allen.
In 2019, Chalamet played King Henry V in "The King" for Netflix and starred in Gerwig's adaptation of "Little Women" as Laurie. He made his "Saturday Night Live" hosting debut in 2020 and soon after was cast as Paul Atreides in Denis Villeneuve's epic sci-fi adaptation of "Dune," a role that would mark a major turning point in his career.
Released in 2021, "Dune" was both a box office and critical success, solidifying Chalamet as a major leading man. He reprised the role in "Dune: Part Two" (2024), which became one of the highest-grossing films of the year. During this period, he also starred in Wes Anderson's "The French Dispatch" (2021) and the dark satire "Don't Look Up" (2021), alongside Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence.
In 2023, Chalamet showcased his musical talents in "Wonka," a whimsical origin story that was a commercial hit and allowed him to perform several musical numbers on screen. His biggest critical triumph since Call Me by Your Name came in 2024 with "A Complete Unknown," in which he portrayed Bob Dylan. The film premiered on December 10, 2024, and was released widely on December 25. Chalamet's immersive performance—including live renditions of over 40 Dylan songs—earned him his second Academy Award nomination for Best Actor at the 97th Oscars.
Wonka Salary
Timothée Chalamet was paid $9 million to star in "Wonka," a career-high up to that point for the actor.
Fashion
Aside from his acting work, Timothée Chalamet is considered a fashion icon. "Gentleman's Quarterly" once called him the best-dressed man in the world, and "Vogue" has referred to him as being the most influential man in the fashion world. In 2021, he served as a co-chair at the Met Gala alongside a number of other celebrities.
Real Estate
In October 2022, Timothée paid $11 million for a large estate in Beverly Hills. The sellers were Justin Verlander and Kate Upton. Justin and Kate bought the home in 2016 for $5.25 million. Previous celebrity owners of the mansion include tennis star Pete Sampras and his wife, Bridgette Wilson. Pete and Bridgette bought the home from musician Kenny G. The one-and-a-half-acre property has a pool, spa, tennis court, multiple outdoor lounge areas, a maid's room, and a bonus room with its own entrance.