In less than a decade, actor Timothée Chalamet managed to become one of the most promising and beloved actors in the entertainment industry. In 2018, the actor gave a memorable performance alongside Steve Carell in director Felix van Groeningen’s biographical drama film, Beautiful Boy.
Based on the memoirs Beautiful Boy: A Father’s Journey Through His Son’s Addiction by David Sheff and Tweak: Growing Up on Methamphetamines by Nic Sheff, the movie tells the story of David Sheff and his teenage son, Nicolas “Nic” Sheff, who struggles with drug addiction. Chalamet’s portrayal of Nic Sheff was praised by fans all over the world, however, the role took a massive toll on the actor’s physical health.
Timothée Chalamet was almost hospitalized while filming Beautiful Boy
The director of 2018’s Beautiful Boy, Felix van Groeningen, once revealed that the filming of the first few scenes was very intense for actor Timothée Chalamet, who played Nicolas “Nic” Sheff in the movie. The scenes involved his character being hospitalized for a drug overdose, so Chalamet was required to lose weight. He managed to do so, but it came with some consequences, as the actor once recalled that there were several “doctor visits” and “close calls” while filming those scenes. He said (via IMDb),
“Your mind knows you’re acting. But when you drop twenty pounds and you are under a rain machine for eight takes in a T-shirt, your body doesn’t know you’re acting.”
Chalamet lost 18 pounds and also had a consultant and doctor on set because he was determined to give an authentic performance. Actor Will Poulter was initially shortlisted for the role but Chalamet’s auditions captivated the filmmakers.
Timothée Chalamet gained popularity in the 2010s
Chalamet’s work in Beautiful Boy is one of the many talented performances delivered by the actor. He quickly rose to fame with his breakthrough role in the 2017 film Call Me by Your Name, earning himself an Academy Award nomination for his work.
Since then, Chalamet’s talent, charisma, and versatility have massively contributed to making the actor one of the best stars in the entertainment industry. His determination, combined with his acting abilities, have earned him several prestigious awards and nominations. Currently, the 27-year-old actor is in the headlines for his highly-publicized relationship with Kylie Jenner.
Source: IMDb
