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Celebrity Watches That Stole the Spotlight at Cannes 2025

21 May 2025
  • Why has the Reverso Tribute Small Seconds become a red carpet icon?
  • What made Butler’s Chronomat 32 the perfect red carpet choice?
  • Why does the Rolex Day-Date remain a go-to for global icons?
  • How did Curry’s pilot watch turn heads at the NBA Playoffs?
  • Which other celebs made a statement with their watches this week?

At the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, the true stars weren’t just the actors or the outfits they were the watches. From polished red carpets to courtside seats at the NBA Playoffs, this week’s standout timepieces proved that in the world of men’s fashion, the right watch speaks louder than any designer suit. From Jaeger-LeCoultre to Breitling and Rolex, these wrist statements blended precision, elegance, and star power.

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Makes a Dual Appearance

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Makes a Dual Appearance

Both Tramell Tillman and Michael Ward showcased the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Small Seconds at Cannes, turning heads with its classic 18ct gold Milanese mesh bracelet. This updated version stays true to its heritage with a closed caseback, once designed to protect polo players’ watches, and pairs beautifully with its finely brushed golden finish. It’s elegance with a history and it shows.

Austin Butler Keeps It Cool with Breitling

Austin Butler Keeps It Cool with Breitling

At the premiere of Eddington, Austin Butler wore a sleek Breitling Chronomat 32 with a stainless steel bracelet. Its minimalist design was enhanced by its SuperQuartz™ movement offering high-precision performance in a stylish package. Ideal for the man who prefers his luxury with a side of practicality, this timepiece added understated charm to Butler’s Cannes look.

Tom Cruise Stays Loyal to Timeless Rolex

Tom Cruise Stays Loyal to Timeless Rolex

Tom Cruise sported a Rolex Day-Date 40 in white gold during his Cannes appearance for Mission: Impossible The Final Reckoning. Adorned with baguette-cut diamonds and featuring the legendary President bracelet, this model exudes power and prestige perfectly mirroring Cruise’s status as a Hollywood legend.

Steph Curry's Court-Side Flex with IWC

Steph Curry's Court-Side Flex with IWC

Sitting front row at Game 4 of the Knicks-Celtics series, Steph Curry rocked the IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar TOP GUN “Lake Tahoe.” With its crisp white ceramic case inspired by snow-covered peaks, this piece balanced military-grade toughness with modern flair. It was bold, functional, and entirely unforgettable.

A Roundup of Horological Highlights

A Roundup of Horological Highlights

Ed Sheeran stepped out with the ultra-rare Arnold & Son Constant Force Tourbillon, while Timothée Chalamet rocked a reissued Cartier Tank à Guichets with its digit-only display. Sports star Hubert Hurkacz kept it light with the vibrant Gerald Charles Maestro GC Sport. Even Cardi B and Kylie Jenner joined in wearing frosted gold and diamond-studded creations that brought bling to the front row. But when it comes to subtle masculinity and timeless flair, the gentlemen’s wrists delivered all the shine Cannes needed.

Ahd Kamal

BY Ahd Kamal

Started my career in Automotive Journalism in 2015. Even though I'm a pharmacist, hanging around cars all the time has created a passion for the automotive industry since day 1.

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