Kathy Bates Licks a Ping Pong Paddle to Spank Timothée Chalamet at Critics Choice Awards 2026

While Timothée, 30, was not in the crowd to witness the bit, he eventually arrived at the venue more than an hour into the show accompanied by girlfriend Kylie Jenner, who wore a black sequined gown for the occasion. The actor coordinated his look with hers, sporting a navy pinstripe suit. (For more standout fashion from the 2026 Critics Choice Awards, click here.)

And though Timothée and Kylie, 28, opted not to walk the red carpet, their presence was still felt thanks to Hacks’ Megan Stalter and Paul W. Downs, who hilariously recreated the head-to-toe orange ensembles worn by the couple at Marty Supreme’s Los Angeles premiere in December.

“I don't even know what this is,” Megan comically told E! News’ Keltie Knight of her vibrant outfit as she made her way into the event. “My stylist just pulled it.”

Likewise, Paul downplayed the apparent homage, adding, “We don't want to name drop.”

For more knockout duos at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards, keep reading.