## Oscar-winning actress criticizes Timothée Chalamet’s statement
In an interview with *The New York Times*, Charlize Theron called Timothée Chalamet’s recent remarks about ballet and opera “extremely irresponsible”. The actor, during the *CNN & Variety Town Hall* event, suggested that cinema could end up as “ballet or opera”, where few care to keep these arts alive. Theron responded that these artistic expressions still need constant support.
## Why dance is essential for the actress
Theron emphasized that practicing dance shaped her career, citing discipline, structure, and physical endurance. She described episodes of severe injuries, such as blood infections caused by blisters that wouldn’t heal, even bleeding through her shoes during rehearsals. According to her, the routine demands daily perseverance, with no room for quitting.
### Points highlighted by Theron
– Dance teaches discipline and hard work;
– It requires intense physical endurance, with risks of serious injuries;
– There are no “days off” – practice is constant;
– Live art cannot be replaced by artificial intelligence.
## The warning about AI
Theron concluded that, although artificial intelligence may take on some functions in the future, it will never replace a live performer on stage. “In ten years, AI may do what Timothée does, but it cannot replace a person dancing live,” she said.
## Context of the controversy
Chalamet’s statement was made near the 2026 Oscar ceremony and, according to industry rumors, may have negatively impacted his chances of winning. The debate reignited discussions about the value and future of performing arts amid technological advancement.
