After his victory, first golden globe awardTimothée Chalamet said it was a good start to the new year.
But it will take more than just the acting talent of a French-American movie star to make 2026 the perfect year.
Asked by French magazine Paris Match during the ceremony whether this year would be Chalamet’s year, he was quoted as saying: “For 2026 to be truly perfect, Saint-Étienne need to be promoted to Ligue 1 next season.”
Chalamet was referring to the soccer team he supports. The famous French team has lost its former luster and was relegated to the second division last season.
Ten-time league champions Saint-Etienne dominated French football in the 1960s and ’70s. Once a proud club with working-class roots, Saint-Etienne fell into mediocrity in the 1980s following financial scandals.
Chalamet inherited his father’s love for the club and has often spoken passionately about the team and players.
After 18 games this season, Saint-Etienne are in fourth place in Ligue 2, one point behind second place, and are assured of promotion to the top flight.
Chalamet, 30, won his first Golden Globe for “Marty Supreme” after receiving four previous nominations. He is considered a front-runner for his first Oscar.
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