Timothée Chalamet and Jessie Buckley are facing criticism just before the Oscars due to controversial remarks made during the awards season. The winners for the Academy Awards have already been determined, but the backlash threatens to overshadow their successful campaigns.

Timothée was a frontrunner in the Best Actor category for his role in Marty Supreme, while Jessie was a strong contender for Best Actress for her performance in Hamnet. However, both actors have come under fire for comments that went viral towards the end of the campaign.

Timothée received backlash for seemingly dismissing ballet and opera in a conversation with Matthew McConaughey, stating his preference for projects like Barbie and Oppenheimer. This sparked criticism from figures in the ballet and opera industries who found his remarks dismissive.

Opera singer Isabel Leonard criticized Timothée for his views on art, while choreographer Martin Chaix defended ballet’s relevance. On the other hand, Jessie faced backlash for an old interview where she joked about making her husband choose between her and his cats, leading to online criticism.

In response to the backlash, Jessie clarified her love for cats on US television, emphasizing that she was misunderstood. The controversies surrounding both actors have stirred up discussions online and in the industry, potentially affecting their reputations as the Oscars approach.