Timothée Chalamet isn’t jealous of Tom Holland, but his desperation to become famous is worrying

Have you ever been caught in a tornado of gossip? Just one spark will turn hearing into a forest fire that will engulf even the most down-to-earth souls. The truth is, when you’re in the spotlight, you’re open to imagination, and no one knows that better than Timothée Chalamet.

The actor, who soon turns 29 tomorrow (cue birthday cake and confetti), has quickly become one of Hollywood’s brightest rising stars. With his charm, talent, and growing list of box office successes, he’s no stranger to being the center of attention. However, recently there have been rumors of a simmering feud between him and fellow actor Tom Holland. Reason? Robert Pattinson. Oh yes, the once close relationship between Chalamet and Pattinson seems to have taken a back seat as the latter has grown closer to Holland.

And people who have nothing to do say that Chalamet’s heart is full of jealousy. But hold on. According to sources, though, Chalamet may not be sad about Holland’s friendship with Pattinson Dune the star’s competitive edge seems sharper than ever.

Timothée Chalamet’s Hidden Anxiety: Fear, Not Jealousy

Let’s be clear: there is no doubt about it Timothee Chalamet has talent, charm and an ever-growing fan base. He is the darling of the moment, an actor on whom all eyes are riveted. But there’s a fine line between ambition and desperation, and he seems to be tiptoeing right now.

Not only does the actor struggle with the pressure to live up to the hype, but he also struggles with the overwhelming fear that someone might swoop in and steal the throne he’s just begun to sit on. It’s not supposed to be jealousy that drives the rift between Chalamet and his peers, especially Tom Holland and Robert Pattinson, but something deeper. The source said Life and style:

Not so. He is quite a relaxed, self-confident guy. He doesn’t feel like a freak.

Although Chalamet’s career seems flawless, thanks to breakthrough roles in Call me by your name to his star Duneit is clear that he is not completely relaxed about this. “Timmy is successful and becoming a global movie star for many good reasons,» another source shared with the magazine.

Despite the accolades, despite the worldwide fame, there is paranoia. The Dune the star fears that his contemporaries—guys like Glen Powell, Gabrielle Labelle, and even his past competitor Ansel Elgort—may overtake him. Every role that slips through his fingers seems to intensify this fear.

Timothée Chalamet’s obsession with fame?

And yet, despite all of Timothée Chalamet’s professional success, it seems that his personal life is in some disarray. Friends and industry veterans are urging him to take a step back, breathe, and stop judging his worth by how many red carpets he’s walked or how many movie posters his face is on. According to the source (Life & Style):

But the bigger problem here is that Timmy’s entire self-esteem is centered around being the guy on the movie poster or walking the red carpet at one of its big premieres. This is no way to live, even for a Hollywood movie star.

Chalamet’s desperate desire to get ahead of his competition — especially those close to him, like Robert Pattinson, who has grown close to Tom Holland — isn’t just causing professional ripples; it also affects his friendships. According to the source:

It also makes relationships difficult, especially friendships, because he refuses to accept that anyone his age is a better movie star than he is.

It’s a vicious cycle. In Chalamet’s world, if you’re not on top, you’re falling behind. And with that kind of pressure, it’s easy to see why he’d turn to the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio or Keanu Reeves for advice. Although Chalamet heeded their advice, the fear of losing the card seems to outweigh the wisdom imparted by these seasoned veterans.

Despite all his achievements, the young actor’s anxiety about his position in the industry is worrying. According to the source:

He’s so desperate to protect it all, and that’s really the saddest thing about him.

As his career continues to soar, Chalamet must remember that true satisfaction comes not from outshining others, but from finding peace in his own accomplishments. Only then will he be able to feel the kind of success that will truly bring pleasure – not only for the public, but also for his own soul.