The ugly ‘red flag’ in Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet’s relationship: ‘Something is afoot’

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Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet’s relationship is getting attention again, and some people are concerned about a perceived power dynamic between them, with experts suggesting it could be a warning sign.

I noticed something really sweet at the Yankees game recently! Everyone was talking about how Kendall Jenner, 28, was right there supporting her boyfriend, who’s an Oscar nominee. It was just a lovely moment to see them together, and she seemed so dedicated to being by his side.

Although the makeup artist has regularly supported her partner at his events – including sporting games and awards shows like the Golden Globes and Oscars – fans have pointed out that Chalamet hasn’t been seen at any of hers.

Even after dating for over two and a half years, he hasn’t been featured on her family’s reality show, *The Kardashians*, accompanied her to the Met Gala, or even publicly acknowledged her birthday.

The apparent imbalance has sparked a lot of conversation online, and relationship experts believe it’s a pattern worth noting.

According to trauma counselor Audrey Hope, relationship problems often arise when one person is more invested than the other. She points to Kylie Jenner frequently attending events with Timothée Chalamet, while he doesn’t seem to be returning the same level of public support, as a sign that their relationship might be facing difficulties.

Experts agree that visible imbalance can reflect deeper dynamics beneath the surface.

When one person consistently puts more effort into a relationship than the other, it can signal an imbalance in how both partners value it, explains Erin Pash, a licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of Pash Co. Warning signs include a partner who *could* be more involved but isn’t, a lack of open communication or willingness to find solutions together, and a persistent feeling of disappointment or feeling undervalued for the partner who is more engaged.

Performance psychology coach Stephanie High, who specializes in trauma-informed care, explained that while public support isn’t the only thing that matters, it shows people are proud to be associated with you and willing to support you openly.

Just because someone skips events or isn’t active on social media doesn’t automatically mean there’s a problem. However, it *can* become concerning if it starts affecting other parts of the relationship – like if they don’t share in your successes, aren’t there for you emotionally, or consistently let you down in private moments.

Of course, not every imbalance means trouble. 

Relationship expert Dr. Sabrina Romanoff, who works with the Hily dating app, warns that just because someone isn’t around doesn’t mean they don’t care.

Truly supporting your partner goes beyond just showing up to their events. What really matters is feeling emotionally safe with them and knowing they’ll always be there for you, and vice versa.

She pointed out that while public appearances and photos might *look* important in a relationship, they don’t usually reflect the true connection and depth between two people.

Pash also explained there’s a fine line between privacy and avoidance.

Having privacy is really important for well-being, particularly for people in the public eye who often lack it. It’s vital to understand the difference between privacy – protecting something you value – and secrecy, which involves hiding something you’re ashamed of, she explained. If both people in a relationship feel safe, respected, and appreciated in private, it doesn’t matter if they don’t share a lot publicly.

If someone is seeking recognition but the other person won’t offer it, Pash points out that’s a completely separate problem.

This situation resonated with fans because it reflects a common experience in relationships: consistently supporting someone who doesn’t reciprocate that support.

From my experience, one of the biggest relationship killers is imbalance. If your partner consistently puts in more effort than you do, and they feel like it’s not being reciprocated, it can really take a toll. I’ve seen it lead to friendships within the relationship fading, a build-up of hurt feelings, and ultimately, a complete breakdown in communication. It’s vital to ensure both people are contributing and feeling valued.

High stressed that ‘public reciprocity matters because it represents validation and belonging.’

Constantly being the supportive one in a relationship can be draining, particularly if it feels like your efforts aren’t appreciated. It’s easy to start feeling used or like your support is expected without gratitude, she explained.

It’s widely known that Jenner is very dedicated to Timothée Chalamet. She’s made a significant effort to be with him while he films Dune 3 in Budapest, Hungary.

According to a report in The Daily Mail, the mother of two travels to see him privately whenever her schedule allows.

According to a source, she supports him in any way she can, offering him room to focus and keeping her private jet ready for immediate travel whenever he needs it.

Kendall Jenner and Timothée Chalamet have been dating since the beginning of 2023, and they’ve largely kept their relationship out of the public eye.

Although they’ve been to many awards shows together, the actor from *Call Me By Your Name* and his partner avoid posting about each other on social media – he prefers to be seen as a serious artist.

Last August, news came out that the actor showed the media executive a lot of kindness and thoughtfulness, even though they couldn’t celebrate her birthday together.

According to a source who spoke with Us Weekly, Timothée really made an effort to make Kylie feel loved on her birthday. He sent her gifts, they video chatted, and he even worked with her friends to plan thoughtful surprises for her.

They have a strong connection and manage to maintain a successful relationship despite having hectic lives and often being in different time zones, a source shared.

A source close to the situation says this is one of Kendall Jenner’s most stable and fulfilling relationships, offering her a peace and consistency she hasn’t experienced before.

According to a source, Timothée allows Kylie to be her authentic self, and neither of them puts pressure on the other. They share a similar sense of humor and understand the demands of their separate careers, which contributes to their effortless connection. Their ability to maintain a low profile, despite their fame, makes their relationship feel very real.

The Daily Mail contacted representatives for both Jenner and Chalamet for a statement, but they haven’t received a response yet.

As many of you know, I’ve navigated a bit of an on-again, off-again relationship with Travis Scott, and together we’re raising our two beautiful children – Stormi, who’s seven, and little Aire, who’s three. It’s definitely a journey, but family is everything!

Before Scott, she dated Tyga for roughly two years, not going public until she turned 18 in 2015. 

Timothée Chalamet has reportedly been romantically connected to Lourdes Leon, Lily-Rose Depp, Eiza González, and Sarah Talabi.

Jenner and Chalamet first appeared together on the red carpet in May 2025 at the 70th David di Donatello Awards in Rome.

According to a source who spoke with Us Weekly, Jenner was ‘happy and relieved’ to finally confirm the relationship. The source said she felt it was the right time to show her support and express how proud she is of him.

According to a source, Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner have become very serious and are essentially living together. Chalamet frequently stays at Jenner’s home whenever he isn’t working on a film.

I’m so happy to hear he’s really become a part of her life! From what I understand, things are going wonderfully between them – it’s just lovely to see.

According to one source, they’re doing very well. He helps her feel relaxed and secure, and their connection is unlike anything she’s experienced before.

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