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Timothée Chalamet's Lime Bike Ride to London Premiere Draws Attention and a Fine

The actor's eco-friendly entrance to the 'A Complete Unknown' premiere earned praise, humor, and a £65 parking fine.

  • Timothée Chalamet arrived at the London premiere of 'A Complete Unknown' on a Lime bike, citing ecological reasons and a desire to avoid traffic.
  • The unconventional red carpet entrance gained significant media attention and sparked online humor, with fans debating whether it was a genuine or staged publicity stunt.
  • Chalamet was fined £65 for improperly parking the bike, leaving it in a non-designated area near the event, which added an ironic twist to the eco-friendly gesture.
  • Lime, the San Francisco-based e-bike company, received unexpected global exposure from the stunt, with the actor even posing for photos with the bike during the premiere.
  • The move highlights a growing trend of young celebrities embracing Lime bikes, which have become popular in London for their affordability, accessibility, and cultural cachet among Gen Z.
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