Timothee Chalamet has sparked a debate after his viral opera and ballet comment ‘no one cares’.
The Dune star’s controversial comments about opera and ballets have divided Hollywood insiders. Some say it was “tone deaf,” while others argue his comment reflects what the majority of Americans believe.
An industry insider said this People“A tone-deaf episode. But what he said is not inaccurate.”
“Everyone thinks the reactions are stupid. But his attitude during the press trip was very stubborn, so this was the icing on the cake.”
The source hinted that Chalamet’s comment could impact his upcoming Oscar win, as he was nominated for Best Actor for his performance in Marty Supreme.
“The Academy rewards humility. Not no matter what he does,” the insider noted.
A second industry publicist has called the celebrities’ reaction to Chalamet’s comment exaggerated.
“Timothée’s comments reflect what a vast majority of Americans already believe,” the insider told the outlet. “Those feigning outrage can show their support by posting a photo of the last ticket they actually purchased for a ballet or opera performance.”
While other insiders decried Chalamet’s comment, a spokesperson who works for major clients said, “Opera and ballet are the Olympics of the performing arts.”
“There’s a reason why movie stars rush to Broadway whenever they get the chance.”
The insider continued: “If actors could do opera or ballet at that level, many would. It’s also a small industry. Timothée might want to remember the golden rule: if you don’t have something nice to say…”
The backlash began after Chalamet said at a CNN/Variety town hall with Matthew McConaughey in February that he has no plans to work in opera and ballet.
“I don’t want to work in ballet or opera or things where it says, ‘Hey, keep this thing alive,’ even if no one cares about it anymore,” he said.
