Gwyneth Paltrow, at 52, recently opened up about her experiences filming intimate scenes with Timothée Chalamet, 29, in their upcoming comedy-drama Marty Supreme. The actress, reflecting on their 23-year age difference, joked about their generational divide during an interview with Vanity Fair, which was published on March 18, 2025. "I was like, ‘Okay, great. I’m 109 years old. You’re 14,’" she shared, emphasizing the numerous steamy scenes they shared on set.
Paltrow noted that her film involved quite a bit of intimate choreography. “I mean, we have a lot of sex in this movie,” she stated, and she acknowledged the help of an intimacy coordinator, a role she admitted she was unfamiliar with until now. This marked a learning experience for her as she recounted a moment when the coordinator asked if she was comfortable with a specific move, leading her to push back on the direction.
“I was like, ‘Girl, I’m from the era where you get naked, you get in bed, the camera’s on,'” Paltrow explained. However, she ultimately felt that they were fine without the coordinator's input. "We said, ‘I think we’re good. You can step a little bit back,’” she continued, expressing her concerns that being micromanaged could hinder her creativity. “I would feel, as an artist, very stifled by that,” she remarked.
Despite these challenges, Paltrow praised Chalamet, describing him as “a thinking man’s sex symbol.” She appreciated his professionalism and politeness, noting, “He’s just a very polite, properly raised kid,” indicating her respect for his dedication to his craft. According to her, Chalamet was not only a talented actor but also a fun partner on set.
Marty Supreme, directed by Josh Safdie, is set to hit theaters on Christmas Day, December 25, 2025. Paltrow plays the wife of Marty Reisman, a historical figure in the world of professional table tennis played by Chalamet. The movie intertwines their characters' lives against a backdrop of marital complexity within the sport, harking back to Reisman’s pivotal wins in the 1958 and 1960 U.S. men’s singles championships.
While filming in New York, Paltrow was spotted engaged in a passionate kissing scene with Chalamet, which quickly became a viral sensation. The paparazzi captured moments where Chalamet cradled her face while pinning her against a brick wall. Paltrow noted that those images even sparked a lively discussion within her friends' group chats. “You’re trying to have this scene, and it’s a private moment, and there are paparazzi,” she recounted humorously while appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
Paltrow credited her return to Hollywood to her brother, Jake, and her daughter, Apple. She remarked that her family’s encouragement played a significant role in her decision to come back to acting after her five-year hiatus. “My brother, who’s a filmmaker, was like ‘This is a great director and you should meet with him,’ and I did, and he was so nice,” she recalled. She added that Apple’s excitement upon hearing about Chalamet being involved almost sealed the deal for her.
As Paltrow prepares for this new chapter in her acting career, fans eagerly await Marty Supreme, which promises a blend of humor, romance, and complex character dynamics. Set in the competitive realm of professional table tennis, the film presents a unique look at personal relationships and professional ambitions. With its Christmas release, both Paltrow and Chalamet are poised to captivate audiences in their compelling portrayal of love and ambition against the backdrop of sport.
