AceShowbiz - Will the real Lil Timmy Tim please stand up? On Sunday, October 28, the unexpected happened in Washington Square Park when Timothee Chalamet made a surprise appearance at his own look-alike contest, fueling both excitement and disorder. The event, which attracted thousands of fans, concluded with police intervention and at least one arrest.

The serene atmosphere of Washington Square Park was disrupted as hundreds of Timothée Chalamet look-alikes flocked to the location in hopes of winning a modest $50 cash prize for the best imitation of the beloved Hollywood actor. The event, extensively promoted with posters around the city, quickly gained traction on social media, and by Sunday morning, over 2,600 individuals had RSVP'd.

The contest saw participants trying their best to capture Chalamet's essence. Some opted for his iconic streetwear look while others dressed as characters from his films such as Willy Wonka and Bob Dylan. According to NBC New York, the crowd began to gather around the park's famous arch at 1 P.M., with excitement buzzing through the air.

Just as contestants started strutting along a makeshift red carpet, Chalamet himself, flanked by bodyguards, made a dramatic entrance that sent fans into a frenzy. Video footage shows the actor waving and posing for photos, humbly navigating through his doppelgängers and admirers.

However, not all went according to plan. Police quickly arrived on the scene to break up the crowd, which had assembled without a permit. Officers blared sirens and used megaphones to announce, "You're all gonna get summonses," reported by PEOPLE magazine. Consequently, many fans dispersed, though some contested the order and stayed behind to keep the competition alive.

In a dramatic turn of events, the organizers, slapped with a $500 fine for hosting the unpermitted costume contest, led participants to a secondary location in a nearby playground. There, the finalists continued to vie for the title from a makeshift stage. Among the finalists, Miles Mitchell, a 21-year-old from Staten Island donning a purple Willy Wonka outfit, ultimately claimed the victory. He happily posed with a novelty-size check written out to "Best Tim."

Despite the unpredictability and intervention from law enforcement, the contest successfully entertained attendees and demonstrated the strong influence of fan culture. As Mitchell summed up the event's essence, "There were so many good look-alikes. It was really a toss-up."

While some fans may have left disappointed due to the police shutdown, the day served as a unique and memorable celebration of Timothée Chalamet's widespread appeal. If there's one takeaway, it's that the passion for the actor is anything but waning.