Timothée Chalamet 'Mauled' By Fans After Knicks Take Down Celtics At MSG
By Kelly Coffey-Behrens on May 17, 2025 at 6:30 PM EDT

Timothée Chalamet got swarmed by fans on Thursday night, and no, it wasn’t for a movie premiere.
The “Dune” star found himself in the middle of some serious NYC chaos after the Knicks pulled off a jaw-dropping 119-81 win over the Celtics in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. The electric victory sent the team to its first Eastern Conference Finals in 25 years, and fans took to the streets in droves to celebrate.
Caught in the madness? Timothée Chalamet himself.
Timothée Chalamet Mobbed By Knicks Fans In Wild Post-Game Street Party
Timothy Chalamet getting mauled by Knicks fans 😂😂🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/mbLL39ezWh
— Big Knick Energy (@BigKnickEnergy_) May 17, 2025
In a now-viral clip making the rounds on social media, the Oscar nominee was seen leaning out the window of his car, beaming with excitement, when he was suddenly grabbed by a fan in what looked like a mix between a hug and a headlock.
“Timothée Chalamet getting mauled by Knicks fans,” one fan captioned the video.
But that didn’t stop him from soaking in the moment. The actor looked just as hyped as the rest of NYC, and even got in on the celebration, flashing a smile as he embraced the wild energy around him.
Chalamet, Bad Bunny, And Pete Davidson Turn Game 6 Into A Star-Studded Courtside Party
Bad Bunny and Timothée Chalamet ♥️ pic.twitter.com/QlvfojalYR
— Access Bad Bunny (@AccessBadBunny) May 17, 2025
Chalamet wasn’t the only celeb courtside at Madison Square Garden.
He was spotted sitting next to Bad Bunny, while Pete Davidson and girlfriend Elsie Hewitt, who, by the way, are now living together, were also seen cheesing for the cameras.
Other A-listers in attendance included Ben Stiller, Jon Stewart, Michael Strahan, and the always-animated Spike Lee.
Timothée Chalamet And Kylie Jenner Make Their Red Carpet Debut

Off the court, Chalamet’s love life is making just as many headlines.
After months of speculation, Timothée and Kylie Jenner finally confirmed their romance with a stunning red-carpet debut, not at the Met Gala as many predicted, but just two days later at a photocall in Rome for the 70th David Di Donatello Awards at Cinecittà Studios on May 7. Dressed in coordinating black ensembles, the duo looked effortlessly chic and totally smitten.
The two then attended Coachella, which is when a source told PEOPLE that the couple is “very serious.”
"They are making it work," the insider shared of their busy schedules. "Kylie is truly his biggest fan. She would clear her schedule to attend awards and premieres with him. She couldn’t be more supportive of his career."
Timothée And Kylie Are Still Going Strong

Earlier this month, insiders revealed that Chalamet and Jenner are still going strong nearly two years into their relationship, and that part of their success comes down to one thing. Privacy.
A source told Daily Mail that the couple has made a conscious effort to keep their romance away from the cameras, especially when it comes to Jenner’s reality TV empire. “Timothée has drawn a firm line when it comes to Jenner's reality TV world,” the insider said.
But just because they’re keeping things private doesn’t mean it’s not serious. In fact, The Blast reported back in March that Chalamet allegedly dropped $300,000 on a diamond ring, believed to be an engagement ring for Jenner.
Timothée And Kylie Eyeing Homes In Milan And Paris Amid Engagement Buzz

According to sources, the “A Complete Unknown” star has been “quietly planning his proposal for a couple of months,” reportedly browsing luxury jewelers in New York and Paris before selecting the perfect custom piece from a high-end Parisian designer.
“The ring, made by the Parisian designer, is incredibly special and will take six weeks to complete,” a source shared. “He's ready to get engaged and envisions a long, happy future with Kylie.”
Another insider added, “I have never seen him so happy. He has been telling us for a while now how deeply in love he is.”
The couple is also rumored to be eyeing luxury properties in Milan and Paris, fueling speculation that a major life step, or even a European relocation, could be on the horizon.
From potential proposals to nearly getting tackled by Knicks fans, Timothée Chalamet is having one very memorable spring.