Time for an update to the conspiracy theory that American prince, Timothée Chalamet, is hiding behind an alter ego so far-fetched it couldn’t possibly be true. When I first unpacked this little nugget of gossip in November, I was convinced the rumor had zero legs. Boy, was I wrong. Because now the person fueling the fire is none other than Timothée himself.
While doing press for his upcoming film, Marty Supreme, the actor was asked to address the rumor that he’s secretly the British rapper, EsDeeKid. If you’re new here, there’s a rumor that he’s secretly a British rapper, EsDeeKid. Now you’re caught up.
The iHeartRadio hosts asked Timothée if he was the balaclava-clad mystery rapper, whose moody eyes and brow bone scream doppelganger. Caught off guard, he replied, “I got no comment on that.” And then, almost immediately, proceeded to comment. “I’ve got two words on that. All will be revealed in due time.”
OK. First of all, that’s not two words. I counted, and it’s actually seven.
Second of all, stop playing with me. At this point, I don’t know what is AI, what is real, or who Timothée Chalamet even is. Perhaps the two became acquainted after the rumor surfaced? Or what if British rapper EsDeeKid is actually operating under the alter ego of American actor Timothée Chalamet? Has anyone considered that? The conspiracies are spiraling, and so am I.
In the interview, Timothée also casually mentioned working with ping-pong teachers for nearly six years before starting this film—so if this is all preparation for some secret cinematic masterpiece dropping in 2030, I wouldn’t be surprised. The man clearly plans ahead.
But for now, Timothée is just having fun with the theory. But at least one thing is now confirmed: there is some kind of connection between Timmy and EsDeeKid. And you have my word, I will continue to investigate and fight for the truth. All will be revealed in due time.
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