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Is Timothée Chalamet secretly rapper EsDeeKid?

This video causes even more confusion

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For years, the big question was what singer Sia really looked like — and we’re still not sure about DJ Marshmello. But a mystery like that surrounding rapper EsDeeKid? That’s a different story. Could he actually be none other than Oscar-nominated actor Timothée Chalamet? TikTok was convinced of it. Until the actor himself posted a video this past weekend, with the rapper. And whether we really become any wiser from that… well.

Who is rapper EsDeeKid?

Who is rapper EsDeeKid?

Okay, we can’t fully answer this question (yet) — but there are a few things we do know about the rapper. For instance, EsDeeKid hints in his lyrics and on social media that he comes from Liverpool. Thanks to the clear Scouse accent with which he raps, that link was quickly made without hints. In May 2024, he released his first remix of ‘Black Beatles’ by Rae Sremmurd. In 2025, more of his own music followed, and from September onwards, things really took off. His track ‘Phantom’ was released then, which has since been listened to more than 125 million times on Spotify. His album ‘Rebel’ is still in the top 10 of most listened to albums in the United Kingdom.

How do you recognize the music of EsDeeKid? The tempo is high and the songs have an aggressive, dark edge. Musically, he’s doing well, but where TikTok really takes off is with the appearance of the mysterious rapper. EsDeeKid always ensures that his face is mostly covered — except for his eyes and a small part of his nose. He doesn’t show more, and interviews are a no-go. Exactly that only fuels the mystery further.

Why is Timothée Chalamet linked to EsDeeKid?

It’s precisely the fact that we can only see EsDeeKid’s eyes well that has unleashed a real memory game online in search of the perfect match. And according to TikTok, that quickly pointed to actor Timothée Chalamet. His eyes are said to resemble those of the rapper quite a bit — and to be fair: there is definitely a certain resemblance.

But that wasn’t all. Their clothing style is also often compared, with the most discussed detail being the Alexander McQueen scarf with skull motif. EsDeeKid was spotted with it, and Timothée is also known for his love of the accessory. Add to that the fact that the actor was recently seen at a show of rapper Fakemink, with whom EsDeeKid previously collaborated, and the list of ‘coincidences’ suddenly becomes quite long. Maybe it’s all just pure coincidence, but TikTok can’t stop talking about it.

What does Timothée Chalamet say about the rumors?

With a rumor mill running at full speed, Timothée was of course buried under questions. Well, mainly one question: are you EsDeeKid? So far, the actor hasn’t really responded to that. And even when he was directly asked in an interview, he remained mysterious. In the morning show of Heart FM, he said he had ‘no comment’ on all the gossip. A little later, he did reveal a bit more and promised that everything would be revealed in due time. And with the video from this past weekend, he seems to be keeping that promise; although not everyone is convinced.

The video that divides the internet

This past weekend, Timothée surprised everyone with a very special collaboration. He posted a music video on his Instagram with — you guessed it — EsDeeKid. At first, they both wear face coverings, but soon the actor reveals himself. The rapper does not and thus keeps his identity a secret.

Timothée uses the hype and the song immediately as extra promotion for his new film ‘Marty Supreme’, which is subtly woven into the lyrics. His girlfriend Kylie Jenner and her billion-dollar fortune also get a small shout-out. Just another confirmation that that relationship is definitely not over.

Does this video actually put an end to the mystery? According to BBC News and The Guardian, this would mean that Timothée does not lead a double life, but not everyone is convinced. At Variety, doubt prevails: maybe a stand-in was used. And the socials are not just going along with the ‘evidence’; a music video can simply be edited.

Well, to the question ‘Is Timothée Chalamet rapper EsDeeKid?’ we still don’t have a definitive answer. The rapper will really have to reveal himself to put an end to the mystery. But whether that will happen soon? That hype suits both EsDeeKid and Timothée just fine for now.

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