Who Survived the Met Gala Curse? Celebrity Couples Uncovered
I suppose I should break down the notorious Met Gala curse for you, since clearly you can’t keep track of every headline-making celeb split. The so-called Met Gala curse claims that couples who attend the Costume Institute’s annual extravaganza inevitably break up within months. But is there any truth to this gossip mill myth? Let’s dive into five A-list duos, sorted by “survived” or “succumbed,” so you don’t have to scramble through half-baked Tweets and forums.
First, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West. This power pair was a red-carpet staple from 2011 through 2019, wowing crowds at every Met Gala (People Magazine, April 2020). Yet despite impeccable style coordination, they announced their split in early 2021—well after their last gala appearance. That gives the curse a point, right? However, insiders (E! Online, March 2021) stress their separation was brewing long before 2020’s avant-garde theme. Verdict: They did break up, but it wasn’t strictly Gala-induced.
Next up, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky—two Met Gala first-timers in 2021 who posed in matching monochrome. Contrary to the curse narrative, they’re still going strong, often spotted together at fashion weeks and private dinners (Entertainment Tonight, June 2023). That high-octane romance shows some pairs can laugh in the face of superstition. Verdict: Curse busted.
Then there’s Harry Styles and Olivia Wilde, glamorous at the 2021 gala. Romance rumors blossomed on the pink carpet but by late 2022 they quietly parted ways. Sources at The Hollywood Reporter (October 2022) cite conflicting schedules and media pressure as the real causes—hardly paranormal. Verdict: Split, but curse? Highly debatable.
Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik attended back in 2019 and weathered several public rifts before calling it quits in 2021. According to Vogue (February 2021), their disagreements go beyond one star-studded night. So the Gala might get blamed, but real-life pressures played starring roles. Verdict: They split, but the curse had nothing on daily reality.
Finally, Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber missed the curse entirely by skipping the invite list—no Gala, no drama. They tied the knot long after famous ex flings stole headlines, and by 2024 they’re still going strong (People Magazine, January 2024). Verdict: No attendance, no breakup.
If you ever need a cheat sheet to separate sensationalized superstition from actual celeb splits, here you have it. Now you finally understand why the Met Gala curse is more tabloid fodder than prophecy. Hopefully that wasn’t too convoluted for you.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, E! Online, Entertainment Tonight, The Hollywood Reporter, Vogue
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