In a resurfaced clip from his live conversation with Interstellar co-star Matthew McConaughey for Variety, the Marty Supreme actor insisted that "no one cares" about the art forms of opera or ballet.
Chalamet , 30, said: "I don't want to be working in ballet or opera where it's like, 'Hey! Keep this thing alive, even though no one cares about this anymore'. All respect to the ballet and opera people out there … I just lost 14 cents in viewership. I'm taking shots for no reason."
New York City Ballet principal dancer Megan Fairchild wrote on Instagram: "It's not even the idea that he dissed ballet and opera that bothers me; It's the suggestion that he had the talent and aptitude to pursue these Olympic-level artistic fields in the first place. Timmy, I didn't realise you were a world-class dancer or opera singer who simply chose not to pursue it because acting's more popular!"
The Royal Ballet and Opera UK told The Hollywood Reporter: "Ballet and opera have never existed in isolation — they have continually informed, inspired, and elevated other art forms. Their influence can be felt across theatre, film, contemporary music, fashion, and beyond. For centuries, these disciplines have shaped the way artists create and audiences experience culture, and today millions of people around the world continue to enjoy and engage with them."
Fellow principal dancer Sara Mearns referenced Timothee's mother, Nicole Flender – who is a former ballet dancer – and wrote: "I would like to challenge @tchalemet to get in the studio with me, create and be part of something that has stood the test of time. Show your mother the respect she deserves."
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