Kylie Jenner’s appearance at the Oscars became an online topic after a brief moment with her boyfriend, Timothée Chalamet, and his sister, Pauline Chalamet. The 98th Academy Awards were an emotional night for Chalamet. He was expected to win the Best Actor award but lost it to Michael B. Jordan for the film Sinners.
However, the night’s most talked-about moment had little to do with the award itself. A brief interaction between his sister and girlfriend went viral, with viewers dissecting every movement of the trio.
Kylie Jenner arrived on the red carpet wearing a figure-hugging red Schiaparelli halter gown. The 28-year-old beauty mogul rounded off her look with sparkling Lorraine Schwartz diamonds weighing over 200 carats. Her red carpet look, however, was not what drew the most attention.
Please, this interaction between Kylie Jenner and Pauline Chalamet looks so fake. 😭#Oscarspic.twitter.com/CDYFfJYBV9
— minlegend. (@minahilnabeel25) March 16, 2026
It was her reaction upon seeing Pauline Chalamet that captured public attention. It was a family affair for the Marty Supreme star, whose girlfriend and sister attended to show support for his Best Actor nomination.
In a video captured inside the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, Pauline, 34, walked toward her younger brother before the ceremony. Timothée stood to welcome her, and the two exchanged smiles. Pauline pointed at the crowd, and Kylie, 28, tried to get her attention with exaggerated movements, even leaning forward to hug her.
The video has spread quickly on X, with many watching it multiple times and speculating about what was happening, calling it “tense.” A user said under the post, “Please, this interaction between Kylie Jenner and Pauline Chalamet looks so fake.” Another user said, “Uhm, awkward. Have they never met before?” A third user commented, “Pauline hates all the things the Kardashians stand for… so I’m sure it’s the first time meeting.”
Body language expert Judi James, speaking to the Daily Mail, said the moment came across as awkward rather than warm. She said, “Timothee and his sister look polite rather than excited and effusive in terms of using touch and affection signals. He bends in to greet her politely, but there’s no close sibling hugging here, and despite the fact that her man is standing to do the greeting, Kylie seems to be distracted.”
Michael B. Jordan receives thunderous applause as he wins the #Oscar for Best Actor. pic.twitter.com/jlHKTZjkdx
— Pop Base (@PopBase) March 16, 2026
After spotting Pauline, Judi explained that Kylie appeared more surprised than pleased to see Timothée’s sister at the event. The expert highlighted Kylie’s raised eyebrows, widened eyes, and parted lips as signs of surprise.
She also observed that the Kylie Cosmetics founder extended a hand in a light flapping motion, which typically signals an invitation for someone to come closer. Though Kylie moved to greet her, the interaction appeared brief and uncomfortable, with Pauline responding with little more than polite composure. The moment has since sparked widespread discussion among fans.
